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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2026 · 25 MIN

Why Fasting Is Really About Feasting on God

from Living Hope with Philip Miller · host Pastor Philip Miller

Our appetites are ruling us more often than we think. Matthew 6 shows how denying physical desires unlocks true spiritual life. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller reveals how the spiritual discipline of fasting helps meet a deeper hunger. Discover how humans are physical and spiritual amphibians. This is part two of the sermon, "When You Fast." This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://livinghopeoffer.net or call us at 1-800-215-5001. 00:03 – Slaves to Appetite: How food, scrolling, and shopping dominate us. 02:38 – Dust and Breath: Understanding our design as physical and spiritual "amphibians." 04:15 – Fruit vs. Bread: How Adam failed while Jesus prevailed. 09:12 – Attending to the Soul: Why saying "no" creates space for your soul. 14:55 – Disordered Loves: Augustine's diagnosis of inflated physical desires. 20:52 – Feasting on the Word: How fasting turns physical hunger into spiritual satisfaction. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Dr. Philip Miller is the 17th Senior Pastor of The Moody Church. He is the featured speaker on "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," with programs broadcasting on 700 outlets in the U.S. He and his wife Krista live in Chicago with their four children. Pastor Philip is passionate about proclaiming God's Word, cultivating healthy ministry, and investing in future leaders. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

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