We are told to count it “pure joy” when we encounter trials. Hard times produce perseverance, which forges character. Here are scriptures to pray when you need encouragement to persevere.

Are you looking for a Bible reading plan for your devotional time during Holy Week? Here are Bible reading plans from all four gospels.

Ready to start Christian fasting as a spiritual discipline? Here are 11 keys so you can start fasting with truth and grace.

Have you ever faced a challenging situation and felt like giving up? I know I have. Whether it's everyday life or during a time of fasting, prayers for strength are vital.

Fasting is a spiritual practice that is thousands of years old and deeply rooted in the Christian faith. Committing time to fasting and prayers is an act of obedience, and transforms you physically, emotionally, and spiritually. 

Would you like to make daily journaling a habit? Here are 50+ prompts to get you started when you don’t know what to write.

As a Christian, you may be curious about what type of meditation to practice and how to do it. Here’s all you need to know

We've all had moments where we can't help but wonder if something is just a coincidence or if it's a divine appointment or sign from God. How do you hear God more clearly? Do you want to know Him better and see Him in all things?

What are the primary types of Christian fasts and what do they mean for us today? Let’s examine the biblical definition of fasting and other fasting terms you may have heard of.

I wanted to highlight seven Christian fasting books that have influenced me over the years. They cover biblical fasting, the Daniel fast, and one is technically a biography but a significant inspiration for fasting and prayer.

The first 40 days of every year, social media + whatever else the Lord calls me to. I’m also participating in a monthly fast for my husband, 1 day each month (first time I’ve done that). Other fasts have been 30 days, 21 days- they’ve consisted of food from sunrise to sunset, media, music, chocolate, alcohol, and sugar.

Fasting is not only a great way to reset and center the mind on the Lord, I have found it to be the best way to communicate with the Living God. He is aching to tell us what is on His heart for us.

You may have heard the saying, "It's not if you fast, but when you do." This comes from Matthew 6:16, where Jesus was teaching His disciples about prayer, giving, and fasting. The implication is that Christians should be prepared to fast.

The Old Testament mentions fasting on several occasions. This post is specifically about those instances of biblical fasting that are related to battle or fighting off enemies.

I see fasting as an opportunity to draw closer to God. When I fast, I'm in a sense sacrificing something that I enjoy to seek God's face, His direction, and inviting Him to be in everything that I am, have, or am doing.

Here are a few reasons why fasting in the months of August, September, or October can help create a fresh Fall start for your spiritual life.

Have you been in a season of transition or change lately? One of the great benefits of fasting is pressing in to hear God's voice. A word from God gives us encouragement, alignment and direction, and we need this spiritual sustenance – especially when we sense something new is on the horizon.

What is your best advice for someone who is new to fasting? Start small and gradually increase the duration and intensity of your fast. The goal is not primarily physical (although your physical body can receive great benefits from fasting) but it’s about building up your spirit and drawing closer to the Lord.

Is this summer more hectic than you imagined? Are you looking for peace and stillness in spite of busy schedules? Time to make this your best summer ever as you draw close to the Lord and decide to press pause, set boundaries, and live intentionally in the moment.

In this post, we’ll talk about how long your fast could be, what the Bible says about how long Daniel fasted, and the significance of numbers in the Bible.