Fasting Increases Our Gratitude

Fasting Increases Our Gratitude Fasting can also increase our gratitude. The little way we’re choosing to “go without” might open our eyes to consider all the daily comforts we usually have—consistent and easy access to delicious food, or whatever else we might be fasting from. As we grow in gratitude for these little daily comforts and conveniences, an awareness of all we do have can create a sense of solidarity with those who go without on a regular basis. As that solidarity grows, we move a little closer to God’s heart, which always bends towards those who are oppressed or disadvantaged (Psalm 140:12). And as God shapes our hearts and makes us more like him, we hope that will help us love him and others better.