Is that fasting?

Considering that this is ceremonially a time of fasting and self denial for so many, I thought it would be a great idea to resurrect this post (pun intended)

I have been looking into fasting.  I am not sure what it actually does for us.  I also was told that I could fast things like TV, internet, and other entertainment alternatives.  Can you provide some insight about fasting?

Gladly.  As a young Christian I was asked frequently to join fasts for different things .. I had a difficult time getting a clear picture on what the purpose of fasting was.  Most people told me that fasting was about making some need known to God in a powerful way ... that by fasting He was more likely to respond.  I was taught that fasting food was too difficult for most people, so instead, we could fast TV, movies, etc.

Secret Sins - Newest Question!

How do you ask forgiveness for sins in your past that no one knows about?

That's a good question ... most are.  We are often rich in logic and intelligent thought when it comes to advice for others but fall short when it comes to our own lives.  There is a reason for it.  God looked at creation and, seeing man as He made him, He knew man was never going to cut it on our own.