since thanksgiving i have been eating a lot. with all sorts of holiday goodies at arms reach, i've really been over-eating. so, last night as i was praying and remembering how i used to fast twice a month, i felt called to do it again. so, again, i am fasting on the 1st and 15th of every month to walk in solidarity with the poor and the hungry.
i will also be doing an all-natural vegetable and fruit cleanse once a week. i did this for 3 days after thanksgiving and it really made me feel great. plus, it's good to get all the nutrients you can with raw fruits and veggies every so often.
i am excited about this new eating/fasting routine, not only because it is healthy, but because it is spiritually healthy too. today was the first day of my new routine and i got to meditate on all that i am thankful for as my stomach growled. i think of all the children who are going without on this day, and suddenly, i'm not as hungry. i find it amazing that god can teach us so much through any sacrifice we give him...even something as small as food.
i encourage you all to find your spiritual eating ritual. i'd love to hear your thoughts or routines. god bless you all this holiday season!
by the way, if some of you have no idea who i am, i am jen's friend from NE--we grew up together and our families are dear friends...i consider jen family.
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Lindsey that sounds so awesome!! It is so hard for us to put our flesh into submission when we are used to having all we want. Food can damage us physically and spiritually. May God give strength!!
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