But let's be honest, food is oh so good. I absolutely love eating. Not only because it fills my belly with joy, but also because I love the social aspect about it (even if I eat all by myself!) I just simply love to eat. And we know that food is good for us, so why would our Heavenly Creator ask us to go without that pleasure for a period of time? Hmm.. There surely must be a good reason behind that.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints defines fasting as going without food or drink for two consecutive meals. But I think that fasting can be adapted to circumstances. Since fasting is connected with prayer, we can find out how we can fast in special situations. We need to remember that after all, fasting is an offering we make to our Heavenly Father, to manifest the importance of the thing we're fasting for, but also to feast spiritually and gain more knowledge. When we fast, the our empty stomache leaves room to reflect and ponder. We become less focused on physical needs but learn more about our spiritual needs.
Fasting is also a blessing to others. I know that I have definitely been blessed by the fast offerings of others. And it is so comforting to know that we can do good, with however much money we can give. But let's remember, that there are people out there that need our help. Let's remember that we are here to have joy and that every commandment is meant to bring us joy. As for me, I have a grumpy and empty belly, but a sound and happy mind. Let's remember it all comes down to our attitude (hathechewed)*! Happy are we!
#FastuponthewordsofChrist
*quote: President Robert Preston
Danke für den Denkanstoß!
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