Beginner's Guide to Fasting, The

"For several years now the Spirit has been calling the church to a new level of fasting. If you are one of the millions who have not yet started- here is your complete guidebook!"

-C. Peter Wagner, Chancellor
Wagner Leadership Institute

Since Old Testament times, God's people have engaged in the spiritual tradition of fasting---going without food for a predetermined length of time to accomplish an important purpose or goal. Fasting can be done for any number of reasons---to get to know God better, to wait on God for an answer to prayer, to listen to God, to worship him, and much more.

In these pages you'll discover why you should fast, how to prepare for your first fast, what kind of fasts to follow, how to get started, and what to expect after you are finished. Learn how you can master this powerful spiritual discipline with the friendly assistance of The Beginner's Guide to Fasting.

"Here are some much-needed answers from a recognized authority on the subject of Christian fasting. Its relevance to contemporary life and its importance to believers are made clear in this scholarly and scriptural overview."

-D. James Kennedy, Senior Minister, Coral Ridge Ministries

Dr. ELMER TOWNS is dean of the school of religion at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He has written over 50 books, including Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough, Fasting Can Change Your Life, and Rivers of Revival (with Neil Anderson).