Theology Talk: The Discipline of Fasting

2024-05-20

Episode 29. In this episode, we continue our Theology Talk series on spiritual disciplines and today we talk about fasting. What is it? What is the purpose of fasting? How do we fast? Why, in the Baptist denomination, do we not fast? Generally, it is not taught or practiced much. Why is that? Can I change God’s mind by fasting? How often should I fast? Recommended Reading: Spiritual Disciplines of the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney A Hunger for God by John Pip...

Episode 29. In this episode, we continue our Theology Talk series on spiritual disciplines and today we talk about fasting.

What is it?
What is the purpose of fasting?
How do we fast?
Why, in the Baptist denomination, do we not fast? Generally, it is not taught or practiced much. Why is that?
Can I change God’s mind by fasting?
How often should I fast?

Recommended Reading:

Spiritual Disciplines of the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney

A Hunger for God by John Piper

Sermon on Fasting:

Fasting According to Jesus – Pastor Zach Vaughn – August 27,2023.

Hosts: Zach Vaughn, Senior Pastor of MVBC and Andrea Lyford, Director of Education & Communications of MVBC

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