Why We Fast Part Two: The One Where I Can't Stop On Time

Send us Fan MailI just can't stop talking about this! If you haven't already, start with Part One where we dig into the first two reasons why we fast, and today you can add on Part Two with even more biblical and scientific study behind the benefits of fasting. If you've never studied fasting, this is the episode for you to motivate you to start this rhythm.Pull up a chair here at The Mentor's Table, and join the discussion as we continue this multi-part series on the spiritual discipline of fasting. Fasting Resources to Get You Started: (may contain affiliate links)BOOKSGod's Chosen Fast by Arthur Wallis. This tiny but mighty book is life-changing! As the subtitle states, it's "a spiritual and practical guide to fasting." That's it. Order it now. You won't regret it.Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster. “Fasting reveals the things that control us.”Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer.PODCASTSSTART HERE: “We Don’t Talk About Fasting, No, No” The first episode from this series. “Why We Fast Part 1: The One Where I Get Really Excited” — part one of this episode."To Starve the Flesh and Feed the Spirit" on the John Mark Comer Teachings Podcast. You'll recognize a lot of this content because this is where I first learned it all! RESOURCESPracticing the Way 4-week small group curriculum on fasting. This curriculum is completely free! It's beautiful, practical, and easy to navigate. Anyone can sign up (you don't have to lead a small group through it--but it does add more depth). You will have to create a login to be able to access it.Places where we can continue this conversation:Right here in the comments.Email at [email protected] Instagram @joyabaddotcomStay up to date on all our conversations and the resources I’m creating for you by subscribing to my monthly newsletter and get my Couch-to-Sabbath guide for FREE. Our final episode of Season One will drop on May 21, 2025. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts.Support the showAdd your voice to the Table here . . .Sign up for my monthly newsletter here and receive a free "Couch-to-Sabbath" plan to start a sabbath rhythm in your own life. Website: JoyAbad.comEmail: [email protected]: @joyabaddotcomJoin my friend Gretchen and me on our podcast As We Grow.*Show notes may contain affiliate links