What the Bible Says about Fasting - Paperback

by Rose Publishing (Created by)

See key information on fasting at a glance! From Jesus' 40 day fast in the wilderness to the "Daniel" fast, What the Bible Says About Fasting covers dozens of Bible verses on fasting and features over 20 practical tips for how to fast and pray!

Have you ever wondered why fasting is important? Do you want to fast, but not sure if you are doing it "right?" Have you fasted before, and nothing happened? Fasting is a key spiritual discipline that will grow your spiritual intimacy with the Lord and refresh your prayer life. Deepen your understanding of fasting and see key information at a glance with this quick-reference pamphlet packed with charts, dozens of fasting verses, and practical tips!

Enjoy getting solid answer to key questions on fasting:

• What is fasting? Why should I fast?
• Does Jesus say we are required to fast?
• What's the "Daniel fast?"
• Will fasting help me get closer to God?
• How can I fast and what is the right way to fast?

Find out 4 different types of fasts; discover 8 tips on how to start fasting, and explore the connection between prayer and fasting as you dive into 17 stories of fasting from the Bible, including Daniel, Esther, Nehemiah, and Jesus. Great for personal or group Bible study!

14 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 38 inches long.

4 Features of this What the Bible Says About Fasting Pamphlet

1. Easy-to-Understand Overview on Fasting

See what the Bible says about fasting at a glance. Whether for personal or group study, this quick guide to fasting includes solid information and verses on fasting you can trust and rely on.

2. See Key Information At a Glance with Quick Reference Charts

• This quick-reference pamphlet features key scriptures and explanations in a clear and easy-to-understand layout--
  • Why is Fasting Important?
  • 2 Ways NOT to Fast
  • Prayer and Fasting
  • 4 Types of Fasts--
    1. No Food, No Drink
    2. No Food
    3. The "Daniel" Fast
    4. Non-Food Fasts

Also included in this easy-to-use and practical pamphlet are safe guidelines for fasting; what to do before, during, and after your fast; how NOT to fast; and what happens when your fast doesn't "work."

3. Answers Key Questions on Fasting in an Easy-to-Understand Way

• Imagine seeing all you need to know at a glance and experience the convenience of having key references and information provided in one place. Enrich your fasting experience when you find answers to important questions such as--
  • What is fasting? Why should I fast?
  • Does Jesus say we are required to fast?
  • What's the "Daniel fast?"
  • Will fasting help me get closer to God?
  • How can I fast and what is the right way to fast?

4. 17 Key Examples Fasting in the Bible

• Explore the people of the Bible who fasted, why they fasted and what happened--
  • Daniel and the "Daniel fast"
  • Anna
  • Paul
  • Jesus and his 40 day fast
  • The nation of Israel
  • and much more!

Also included are examples in the Bible where fasting displeased the Lord.

Perfect for individual use, Bible studies, new believer's classes, church giveaways, or to keep in your Bible to reference when someone has a question. Fits inside most Bibles covers.

4 Reasons Why You Should Fast

Both mature and new believers often struggle with fasting, even though they know it's important. Some are not sure they are doing it "right." Others avoid it, not sure it is a necessary for their walk with God. Dive into the 4 reasons why you should fast--

1. Fasting nutures a deeper sense of intimacy with God
2. Fasting exposes weaknesses, compelling us to rely on God
3. Fasting as a form of worship
4. Fasting is a way of asking God to move powerfully in our lives and the world

How to use Rose's What the Bible Says About Fasting Bible Study Pamphlet:

Bible studies, small group discussions, discipleship classes, young adult studies, personal study.