Light + Truth The Heart of True Fasting
Jul 7, 2025
John Piper, Pastor and founder of DesiringGod.org, shares insights on the profound spiritual practice of fasting. He emphasizes that true fasting is not about appearances but a heartfelt hunger for God. Piper warns against fasting for external validation and stresses the need for genuine intent in seeking God's recognition. Listeners are encouraged to cultivate a sincere relationship with the divine, prioritizing spiritual essence over worldly approval. Ultimately, he highlights that true fulfillment lies in authentic worship rather than earthly pursuits.
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Carl Lundquist's Fasting Journey
- Carl Lundquist was inspired to take fasting seriously after hearing about Dr. Joongong Kim's 40-day fast before an evangelism crusade.
- Lundquist later adopted regular fasting as a spiritual discipline and shared his experiences through writings and retreats.
Jesus Assumes Fasting Practice
- Jesus assumes fasting is practiced and teaches how to fast properly, not whether to fast.
- The New Testament expects fasting when the bridegroom is taken away, signifying appropriate times for fasting.
Danger of Hypocritical Fasting
- The danger in fasting is seeking human applause, which results in hypocritical fasting.
- Such fasting succeeds in gaining worldly praise but fails spiritually, leading to devastating consequences.
