Fasting and Prayer

Today, I awoke with a plan to fast and pray throughout the day. Part of me feared even considering the idea of denying myself food. I started out praying before I left the house for work. As the day progressed, I realized a new found freedom when my mind is not set on what to eat. Yes, my stomach rumbled a bit, but I didn't get weak or experience a headache. Instead of physical food at lunch, I spent time in God's word. I couldn't help but think that it is the bread of life.

Keeping my eyes on things above not only brought a sense of peace, but help me to see how much I don't do it when it comes to my appetite.