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Nov 2024
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Does God still want us to fast? Creating...

Samantha & Spencer Robbins
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What if the hustle and bustle of daily life is keeping you from a deeper connection with God? Discover the transformative power of fasting as we explore its profound impact on our spiritual journey. We reflect on our experiences, emphasizing the importance of creating space in our crowded lives for intentional connection with God. This episode promises insights into how fasting can turn routine moments into opportunities for spiritual growth, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Isaiah 55 and the life of Jesus.
 Uncover the art of creating margin by subtracting distractions and focusing on meaningful connections. 

 

By letting go of habits like excessive TV watching and constant phone use, we share how we've been able to carve out more time for personal reflection and a deeper connection with God. Through personal stories, including a surprising real estate success, we illustrate how fasting not only calms the chaos but also opens the door to unexpected blessings and clarity. By embracing quiet and reducing distractions, we learn to be more present with ourselves and God.

 

Explore the dynamics of discipline, intentionality, and the true essence of sacrifice. We delve into the balance between immediate temptations and long-term spiritual goals, emphasizing the significance of aligning our actions with our core identity. We also discuss the profound experience of spiritual awakening and the role of life coaching and support communities in this journey. As we conclude, we invite you to join our growing community, engage on social media, and share the blessings of this spiritual exploration with others. Your support means the world to us, and we're grateful for your continued engagement.

 

EPISODE CHAPTERS 

(0:00:05) - Fasting and Connection With God
(0:03:37) - Creating Margin Through Intentional Connection
(0:11:26) - Discipline, Intentionality, and Identity
(0:15:23) - Sacrifice, Intentionality, and Awakening
(0:19:26) - Spreading the Message

 


EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS

(0:00:05) - Fasting and Connection With God
Fasting as a way to connect with God amidst busy schedules, aligning with Isaiah 55 and Jesus' example.

(0:03:37) - Creating Margin Through Intentional Connection
Fasting can eliminate distractions, foster connection with oneself and God, and lead to unexpected blessings and clarity.

(0:11:26) - Discipline, Intentionality, and Identity
Discipline and intentionality protect desires and vision, with examples of saying no and sacrificing for spiritual growth.

(0:15:23) - Sacrifice, Intentionality, and Awakening
Coming out of dissociation and spiritual awakening, quieting down and focusing on God, distinguishing discipline from sacrifice, life coaching and support communities.

(0:19:26) - Spreading the Message
Share and connect on social media, gratitude for support, shorter format promised, stay tuned for engaging content.

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