Today Beth and I explore the concept of being hungry for God. You know that deep yearning for His presence and His Word that often gets overshadowed by the chaos of daily life? Yeah, let's unpack that together.
The Weight of Fasting
Beth shares about her three day fast that she's been doing before entering into this podcast episode and how it's been different this time than any time before, inspiring hunger for the Word.
Have you ever felt that? The physical hunger reminding you of your spiritual hunger? It’s like every pang in my stomach is a nudge from the Holy Spirit, saying, “Hey, remember to feast on the Word!” And you know what? That’s exactly what I’ve been doing.
Rediscovering the Hunger
As she reflects on the fasting journey, she shares how often we numb ourselves with distractions. We fill our lives with comfort and forget the beauty of spiritual hunger. It’s easy to get caught up in daily routines and lose sight of the grandness of God. But fasting helps clear away that clutter, allowing us to reconnect with our desire for Him.
It's like when we fast, we create space to truly feel that hunger and seek out the Lord. It’s a reminder that we can’t thrive in isolation. Just like olive trees need each other to bear fruit, we need community to grow in our faith. So, let’s not hesitate to invite friends into our spiritual journeys, whether that’s sharing a holy hour or just checking in on each other’s prayer lives.
The Power of Prayer and Fasting
We share about a sermon we recently heard that emphasized the power of prayer and fasting. It’s not just about abstaining from food; it’s about preparing for a move of God. Just like Anna and Simeon waited in the temple, we too can prepare our hearts for His promises. This Lent, let’s enter into that preparation with intention and expectation.
Remember, Jesus didn’t just fast for the sake of it; He did it to prepare for what was to come. And that’s what we’re called to do too! When we fast, we’re not just giving something up; we’re making room for something greater. Let’s take this time to deepen our relationship with Him through prayer and the Word.
Inviting Others Into Our Journey
As we continue this Lenten season, we encourage you to think about how you can invite others into your journey. Maybe it’s starting a small group to discuss scripture or simply sharing your experiences with friends. Let’s cross-pollinate, just like those olive trees, and help each other thrive!
Conclusion
So here’s to becoming hungry for the Lord. Let’s embrace this season of fasting and prayer, allowing our hunger to lead us to feast on His Word. As we draw closer to Him, may we find that we are understood, cherished, and protected by our loving Father. Let’s keep each other accountable and continue seeking His presence together.
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Jenna Guizar is a wife and mama in sunny AZ. She pretends to love football for her husband, reads lots of books to her seven lovely babes, and tries not to burn mac n cheese on the daily. In between football games, reading books, and [not] burning mac n cheese, she is the Founder + Creative Director of Blessed is She women’s ministry + community. Find out more about her here.
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