GETTING TO KNOW YOU
1. What is the best book you have read? What is the last book you have read?
2. Would you rather always have to say everything on your mind or never speak again?
STUDY AND DISCUSSION
1. Read Matthew 6:16-18.
In this passage does Jesus command fasting, or does He only comment on
how to fast properly?
What should we do and how should we look when fasting? Why?
One key to fasting is motivation. What are the differences in motivation
between truly seeking God and fasting to gain power or admiration?
2. Read Matthew 9:14-15.
Did Jesus expect His disciples to fast after He was gone?
It is said that fasting brings us closer to God. Could this be one of the reasons
Jesus said His disciples would fast after He would no longer be with them?
What are other reasons for fasting?
3. What do you think about the following statement?
"Fasting reminds us that we are sustained 'by every word that proceeds from
the mouth of God' (Matt. 4:4). Food does not sustain us; God sustains us."
Richard J. Foster
To create relational discipleship, which is growing in Christ and authentic friendships.
4. People fasted in the Bible when they were undertaking a great endeavor, sought deliverance,
needed to repent, and when engaging in intercessory prayer.
Have you ever fasted for a similar reason(s)? If so, would you care to share?
Why do you think fasting is a “forgotten” spiritual discipline?
Do you feel like fasting is something you want to experience on a regular basis?
Do you have something in your life that you are interested in fasting about?
5. What do you feel the Holy Spirit has revealed most to you regarding fasting?
To create relational discipleship, which is growing in Christ and authentic friendships.