How to Fast and Why
by Tom Flores on December 31st, 2025
What Is Fasting?Fasting is the intentional decision to give something up for a set period of time in order to focus more fully on God. It is not about earning God’s favor or proving spiritual strength. Fasting creates space. It removes distractions so we can seek God with greater clarity, humility, and dependence.When we fast, we replace what we give up with prayer, Scripture, and intentional time...  Read More
Fasting Devotional Day 1
by Tom Flores on December 31st, 2025
DAY 1 - THE WORD OF GODAre you like me—someone who finds it challenging to follow through on those New Year’s resolutions?We all begin with the best intentions, determined to grow and stay committed, but as the days get busier and more hectic, it becomes harder to finish what we started. I’m not here to shame anyone, because I’m guilty of this every year. But today—this new year, this new season—I...  Read More
Fasting Devotional Day 2
by Tom Flores on December 31st, 2025
DAY 2 - PRAYER - ABIDING IN PEACEI have always understood that prayer is simply talking to God, like a friend. I still believe this to be true, but I am coming to understand that it is much more. That assuring passage in Philippians 4:6–7 says, “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peac...  Read More
Fasting Devotional Day 3
by Tom Flores on December 31st, 2025
DAY 3 - WORSHIP - LIVING A LIFE OF PRAISEWe have all heard this: “We were created to worship.”There is a deep longing in our souls to connect with a greater being—from the atheist who tries to convince themselves that God doesn’t exist to the most pious person who has dedicated their entire life to living for God. We all desire that connection.How can I prove this? Simply go to any sporting event,...  Read More