My fast is over!

Very few people know that for the past 21 days I’ve been fasting.  Specifically, my diet has been governed by what many call a ‘Daniel fast.’

Basically, I’ve eaten most like a vegan for three weeks.  It was TOUGH!

WHY would I put myself through this?  What would possess me to resist dairy, meat, sugar, yeast, and other ingredients?

This was a spiritual, physical, and emotional journey between me and God.

Spiritually…

• I prayed for a deepening in my own spiritual life.
• I pled on behalf of Keystone as we finish our LAUNCH journey this weekend.
• I asked God for clarity regarding our next bold vision.

Emotionally…

• I asked God to clean out any errant appetites or tendencies that I’m not even aware of.
• I prayed for discipline mentally and a growing sense of focus

Physically…

• I anticipated a healthy re-boot to my metabolism
• I asked God to take me to another level of healthy living
• I prayed for some new patterns that would emerge even after the fast

For me, a fast is a way to experience all the BENEFITS of a crisis without its HARMFUL side effects.

Benefits…

• Greater dependence on God
• Growing sensitivity to his Spirit
• A heightened hunger for the holy Scriptures
• Intense appreciation for the good gifts God gives us

Without the harmful side effects…

• Someone I love sick or dying
• Broken relationship
• Financial devastation…

My fast ended today!  I am so thankful for the past 21 days.  I am eager to see how God uses it to further his agenda and his church, specifically Keystone!

I am also READY to enjoy some of God’s good gifts!  Amen!!!