1st Thursday

Whew!  I made it!!  I made it through my first EVER full fast day : )  It wasn't as hard as I thought it would be.  Every time I felt really hungry, I just took a drink of water and prayed for someone.  God sure filled me up when I thought I was on completely empty. 

Many good folks in my church are doing a full 21 day fast much like my Thursday (that is what the church calls for).  Some are doing the Daniel Fast (http://www.ultimatedanielfast.com/2009/08/foods-to-eat-on-daniel-fast.html).  Some are fasting from things that just hold too much control over them.  I truly admire what people are giving up for this Fast. 

The idea of this fast is to spend more time focusing on God and prayer and less time on earthly things that tie up too much of our time, energy, thought life, etc.

I am thankful that the Lord showed me I could get through a day without food!!  I am thankful for the time away from Facebook to lift loved ones up in prayer and consideration.

One major prayer I have is for my sister-in-law, Kinze.  You should read her blog.  She is an inspiration.  No matter what is going on in her life, she is always full of joy and good spirits.  She is truly admirable.  I don't think I have ever heard her complain about anything!


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Read her blog and you will see.

Prayers and blessings,
M