Getting Schooled - Fasting 101
- Kaitlyn Schiess
- 2 hours ago
- 1 min read

Should you give up social media for Lent? Kaitlyn argues that a lot of us misunderstand the purpose and beauty of Lent because we view it like a diet plan. She explains how the Bible talks about fasting, what theology helps explain it, and why we may want to fast from good things, not bad things, for Lent.
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Resources:
Fasting: The Ancient Practices by Scot McKnight: https://amzn.to/40HzMqI
The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives by Dallas Willard: https://amzn.to/4udL9ED
Sacred Rhythms Bible Study Participant’s Guide: Spiritual Practices that Nourish Your Soul and Transform Your Life by Ruth Haley Barton: https://amzn.to/3MQHtaZ