Monday, September 22, 2008

Fasting a new exercise

My acquaintances who are Muslim began the month of Ramadan fasting 13 hours a day from food and drink, even water. Beginning Sept 3 or so, for 30 days there is a conscious choice to change daily eating patterns to seek a higher good. Children are exempt of course and those who are seriously ill. But this fasting is a reminder to pray and seek God.

Last week during my devotion time, God's call for me to fast was very clear. So from now until I am settled into my new home in Jan I will be fasting one day a week and using the time gained to do more prayer and listening to God.

Stay tuned for developments from this season of spiritual exercise.

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