Why do we fast?

Throughout Scripture we find many instances of fasting and varied reasons for fasting. Take a moment today and read through the following passages that help us understand why we fast.

Repentance - Lev. 23:27–28, Joel 2:12

Humble Our Flesh - Psalm 35:13

Spiritual Breakthrough - Daniel 10

Answered Prayers - I Samuel 1

Divine Direction - Acts 13:1-3

Seek Deliverance for the oppressed - Isaiah 58

Prophetic Understanding and Commitment to God - Luke 2:36-38