How to Fast Rediscover the Ancient Practice for Unlocking Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Renewal

by Sibanda, Reward

• ISBN13: 9780593601358
• ISBN10: 0593601351
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2025-02-11
• Publisher: WaterBrook

Summary

Discover the holistic and revelatory experience of fasting in this seminal guide on the practice, science, and ancient context of the biblical tradition.

Fasting has been an age-old, biblical discipline embraced by Christians worldwide. But the connection between fasting and prayer is far more vibrant, life-giving, and transformative than we commonly experience.

Pastor Reward Sibanda draws from his own profound 21-day fast experiences and unique insights from his Zimbabwean heritage in this enlightening resource. Fasting isn't just a spiritual journey; it's a holistic experience encompassing your body, mind, and soul. Combining engaging stories with practical tips for starting a fasting practice, this go-to guide will show you how prayerful fasting can:

• Enrich your spirit and faith by shifting your mindset from a transactional relationship with God to genuine, sacred communion.

• Guide you into a truer integration of your whole being (body, mind, and soul) and reveal your intrinsic reliance on Christ.

• Increase your physical well-being—even to the cellular level with captivating medical details and stories on fasting's effect on your body. 

How To Fast is your comprehensive, modern guide to a deeper, more dynamic spiritual life. Whether you're new to fasting or a seasoned practitioner, this book gives valuable insights that will transform your relationship with God and yourself.

Author Biography

Hailing from Zimbabwe, Reward Sibanda is a speaker, writer, pastor at Saddleback Church, and senior advisor for church and ministry partnerships with World Vision. Reward thrives on empowering people of all walks of life through sharing a fresh and much welcomed perspective that challenges conventional thinking. Engaging in candid conversations that address some of the world's toughest topics is at the core of Reward's mission and values. Reward resides in California with his wife and son.