Fasting & Feasting

In this Tuesday-after-Easter conversation, Chelsea and Ty reflect on the beauty, tension, and purpose behind spiritual rhythms like feasting and fasting. From Easter services to Good Friday reflections, they unpack why certain moments in the church calendar feel more significant—and why that’s actually by design. The conversation explores how celebration (feasting) and lament (fasting) work together to shape us spiritually. These rhythms aren’t about performance or tradition for tradition’s sake—they’re about reorientation. In a world full of distraction, discouragement, and noise, God gives His people intentional markers to remember the story we’re part of. Resources & References Books Dwell — Barry Jones You Are What You Love — James K. A. Smith Scriptures Nehemiah 1:4 – Fasting in response to brokenness Exodus 12 – Passover as remembrance Luke 22 – The Last Supper 2 Corinthians 3 – “Unveiled face” and transformation James 1 – Remembering and living the Word Key Takeaways We are forgetful people—rhythms like Easter and Lent help us remember what matters most. Feasting reminds us of joy and hope—a foretaste of the Kingdom. Fasting reminds us of brokenness and dependence—we cannot fix the world on our own. The goal isn’t constant intensity—it’s faithful formation. We live between two realities Jesus has already risen And we are still waiting for full restoration Thanks to our Sponsors In A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture, pastor and longtime NBA chaplain Mike Tatlock invites believers to cultivate a faith that isn’t loud or trendy—but holy, steady, and unmistakably different. To learn more about A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture, visit moodypublishers.com or find it wherever books are sold. Cozy Earth Let this Mother’s Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too — discover how Cozy Earth turns everyday routines into moments of softness and ease. Head to cozyearth.com and use code Culture for an exclusive 20% off. Follow Us! Instagram Youtube -- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email [email protected]