So I really didn't make any New Years resolutions this year. I normally don't. I always have the two that are constant whether its January or November: 1) lose weight, 2) grow spiritually. So I decided to do something good for myself this January and get rid of all the crap that I'd eaten over the holidays. I decided on a detox water fast. It began as a 5 day fast and ended up being a 10 day fast (reading up on fasting, I found that a 10 day fast is really good for you). Yes, you can all close your mouths now. I'm not psycho, I'm not suicidal and I'm not hurting myself. Fasting is an age old tradition that was actually commanded in the Old Testament and highly recommended in the New Testament. I have found that most Christians I talk to cannot even phathom a one day fast for prayer and meditation. I'm ashamed to say that most of the time, I wouldn't have considered it. But didn't Jesus say, "this kind only comes out with prayer and fasting?" He also spent 40 days in the wilderness before his ministry, most likely on a water fast. If Jesus did it, aren't we supposed to become like him? I have found that my flesh is a lot louder than God's still small voice most of the time. I think its time that I silence my flesh and let God speak!
Today is Day 10, I get to eat tonight. And well, I've learned some things about myself that I didn't really realize. I'll have more coming as I can analyze my thoughts and also reap some benefits once I start eating again, but it has been a beneficial experience. I think everyone should fast, but its not for the faint hearted. Once you get away from what you escape to and hide behind, you'll find out who you truly are. And that my friend - is a sinner. More to come.
