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Devotions for Lent from Holy Bible: Mosaic

DAY 34 OF 46

Fasting

For many Christians, it's customary to fast from some sort of pleasure or indulgence during Lent. When determining from what to fast, we often select something we perceive to be hindering growth in our relationship with Jesus Christ. But the most ancient forms of fasting - abstaining from food or observing a strict diet - was not done in an effort to remove sinful pleasures from one's life.

Perhaps in losing the art of fasting, we have lost the understanding about what can be gained from voluntarily giving up a presumed necessity. Throughout biblical and Christian history, many have fasted for reasonable and healthy periods. True, the expectations of instant-gratification in our culture do not react well to the denial of nourishment. But could it be God has something to reveal to us in our momentary self-denial?

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Devotions for Lent from Holy Bible: Mosaic

This daily devotional through the 46-day season of Lent, adapted from Holy Bible: Mosaic, brings together quotes, readings, and Scripture to help you focus your mind on Christ. Whether you are unsure about what the season of Lent is all about or you have been practicing Lent and the church year your entire life, you’ll appreciate the Scripture readings and devotional insight from Christians around the world and throughout history. Join with us and the church around the world in focusing on Jesus throughout the weeks that lead up to Easter.

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We would like to thank Tyndale House Publishers for their generosity in providing the Devotions for Lent from Holy Bible: Mosaic. To learn more about the Holy Bible: Mosaic, please visit: www.tyndale.com/p/holy-bible-mosaic-nlt/9781414322056