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NASB | Matthew 6:16 ¶ "Whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 6:16 ¶ "And whenever you are fasting, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they put on a sad and dismal face [like actors, discoloring their faces with ashes or dirt] so that their fasting may be seen by men. I assure you and most solemnly say to you, they [already] have their reward in full. [Is 58:5] |
Bible Question:
I know about how important fasting is but can someome please explain what purpose it has? I know it's in obedience. I know it goes along with prayer but why are we told to do it. What is it doing to us spiritually? Thanks.....Pixie |
Bible Answer: When you fast you die to flesh - when you die to flesh and pray it brings you closer to God. The bible makes it clear that fasting is an instrument of spritual power. Satans bonds can be broken by fasting. Its not a means to earn Gods favor but I know that every time I fast somthing happens in the heavenlies and I hear more clearly from the Lord. |
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