Do you know how to fast? 1

* Luis Alberto Alves

The Bible is full of texts where many people of God fast. In Jeremiah chapter 36, verse 9, Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah proclaims a fast for all the people of Jerusalem from the cities of Judah to Jerusalem. But why was this fast proclaimed?

Because of the people's rebellion, God had spoken to Jeremiah, warning that upon that population the Lord would send various evils, that they might turn from evil ways and the Lord forgive all their sins and their iniquities.

Because of this, this fast was proclaimed. In this example it is visible that fasting can be done for cause that include more complex issues. How many Christians today are fasting for our authorities? Many think only of their own interests. It is selfishness in the foreground when it should be the other way around.

In many countries spiritual problems hit the rulers with great intensity. And the Christian who could make a difference decides to omit, thinking only of their needs, as if they mattered more to God. Forget about being part of a nation.

* Luis Alberto Alves is a pastor