Psalm 69:10

When I wept, and chastened my soul with fasting, that was to my reproach.

• Fasting
• Repentance
• Humility
• Self-Discipline
• Devotion

Fasting is an act of devotion and repentance, where we humble ourselves before the Lord. The verse highlights a period of personal mourning, a time when the speaker's soul was chastened through fasting. Fasting is not just an outward act, but a reflection of a heart that seeks to realign with God’s will. It’s a tool for deep spiritual reflection, where we examine ourselves, repent, and seek humility. This practice, however, can be misunderstood. At times, fasting can feel like a reproach, especially when it reveals our weaknesses or forces us to confront areas of pride. Yet, in fasting, we are invited to surrender and allow God to purify our hearts. Through the denial of earthly comforts, we learn self-discipline, humbling ourselves in order to draw closer to God. Fasting is not about the public display of sorrow but the private devotion of the heart, an act that demonstrates true repentance and devotion. In moments of weakness, fasting becomes a way to invite God’s strength and presence into our lives. As we humble ourselves, God sees the sincerity of our hearts and draws near, offering grace and forgiveness.

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  Acts 10:30

  And Cornelius said, Four days ago I was fasting until this hour; and at the ninth hour I prayed in my house, and, behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing.

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  Ezra 8:23

  So we fasted and besought our God for this: and he was intreated of us.

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  Mark 9:29

  And he said unto them, This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting.

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  Matthew 6:17

  But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face.

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