{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Lacking Nothing","title":"Lacking Nothing - Fasting","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1819,"description":"What is the purpose of fasting, and how does this ancient spiritual discipline shape our relationship with God today?\nIn this episode of Lacking Nothing, Pastor Alex and Griff explore the Biblical practice of fasting and its place in the life of a follower of Jesus. Fasting is about more than abstaining from food or checking off a spiritual discipline. It invites us to redirect our attention toward God, confront the things that compete for our hearts, and grow in dependence on Him.\nTogether, we consider how fasting can become a meaningful part of our walk with Jesus—not as a way to earn God's favor, but as a response to His presence and an opportunity to seek Him more intentionally.\nWhether fasting is a familiar rhythm in your spiritual life or something you've never explored, this conversation will challenge you to reconsider its purpose and discover how this practice can deepen your faith.\nBecause following Jesus isn't just about what we give up—it's about the One we're making room for.\nEpisode Chapters\n00:00 — Introduction: What Is Fasting?\n03:00 — Why Fasting Matters in the Christian Life\n06:30 — The Biblical Foundation for Fasting\n10:00 — Fasting Beyond Abstaining from Food\n13:30 — What Are We Seeking When We Fast?\n17:00 — Common Misconceptions About Fasting\n21:00 — Practical Ways to Incorporate Fasting\n26:00 — Making Room for God: Final Reflections","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/27RR9PB_0bi8B_9byXZ9e9WGzPB03nAT2t8vbBKjSWg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84NmQ2/ZTY0MzA5NDlmN2Jk/NjdiZTllODM3YTdh/OGFmMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}