Fasting has never been something I aspired to do. I laughed at the comment by Reggie McNeil, "I fast faster than most people. I fast in between meals."
But this past week I felt God leading me to fast. So for the next 40 days I will. My fast is from television. I'll confess to you that my typical schedule includes 2-3 hours of TV at least 4 days a week.
I'm on my third day but already I have enjoyed more time in reading and praying. I'm beginning to feel like the noise that keeps me from sensing God is dimenishing. I suppose it's too early to say, but I honestly believe God is pleased with my fast, and He is speaking to me in ways I have longed for.
There are challenges. Our family time is often around the TV so I'll have to be creative to plan times together away from television, but I embrace the challenge.
I am not suggesting that God is challenging you to fast, but I can say with conviction He has called me to this time. My fast will be over at the end of March. Maybe I'll have more to say along the way. I'll invite you to pray for me that I would remain faithful, and open to the voice of God.