Does Jesus Command Us to Fast?

[5 Myths about Fasting]( David Mathis Fasting typically means going without food (temporarily) for a spiritual purpose. That’s the normal meaning. However, fasting is not limited to abstaining from food. It can be expanded to include temporarily abstaining from other goods, albeit with spiritual goals. [Keep Reading]( Featured Articles [The Story of Jesus Guarantees How Your Story Will End]( Paul David Tripp [6 Questions about John Owen]( Lee Gatiss [Read Aloud Video: Meg Is Not Alone]( [The Dangerous Ways We Add to Scripture]( Michael Reeves Get a free ebook by telling us a little bit about yourself! [Take 1-Minute Survey]( Crossway+ Offer 30% OFF + FREE EBOOK [Humility]( [The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness]( In Humility, Gavin Ortlund explains that humility is not just an abstract virtue but a mark of gospel integrity, casting a vision for gospel-centered humility that is ultimately self-forgetfulness leading to joy. Regular Price: $12.99 [Crossway+: $9.09]( Don’t have a Crossway+ account? [Sign up for free.]( [“The imitation of Christ is a theme the Spirit is calling us all to explore more diligently.”]( [—J. I. Packer]( on the Holy Spirit’s work to lead Christians in following Christ Listen Now Are You an Evangelical, a Pharisee, or Both? In this episode, Michael Reeves talks about the Pharisaism that all-too-often takes root in our churches, our homes, and, ultimately, our hearts, challenging us to see how the sins of pride and hypocrisy are an ever-present threat to us as God’s people—but also how God can save us from ourselves as we turn to him. [Apple Podcasts]( | [Spotify]( | [Crossway]( Featured Video [Do We Still Need to Obey the Old Testament Commandments?]( Do We Still Need to Obey the Old Testament Commadments? Wayne Grudem We have to realize that the Old Testament is a valuable source of ethical wisdom when we understand it in a way that’s consistent with how the New Testament authors used it for ethical teaching. [Watch Now]( “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” [—Matthew 5:6]( Connect with Us! [Unsubscribe]( | [Subscribe to our newsletter]( | [View in browser]( Crossway is a not-for-profit Christian ministry that exists solely for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel through publishing gospel-centered, Bible-centered content. Learn more or donate today at [crossway.org/about](. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive updates from Crossway. Crossway 1300 Crescent St.Wheaton, IL 60187 [Add us to your address book](