Discover the forgotten spiritual discipline that could unlock your breakthrough with God. Fasting is mentioned 77 times in the Bible—more than baptism—yet only 21% of Christians practice it regularly. This powerful spiritual practice creates space for deeper intimacy with God when we voluntarily abstain from food to focus on spiritual growth. Learn how biblical figures like Moses, Esther, Elijah, and Paul used fasting in critical moments to experience God's power and guidance. Explore the five key spiritual benefits of fasting: increased awareness of God's presence, humbling of the soul, clearer discernment of God's will, favor in difficult situations, and power over spiritual battles. Get practical guidance on how to start fasting with purpose, including defining your spiritual goals, preparing your heart, choosing the right type and length of fast, and making the most of your fasting experience. Even if you have medical restrictions, discover alternative approaches to fasting that can still transform your spiritual life. Christian discipline, spiritual growth, prayer and fasting, biblical fasting, spiritual breakthrough, hearing God's voice, spiritual warfare, Christian spiritual practices, deepening faith, Christian disciplines, spiritual hunger, seeking God's presence, spiritual transformation, Christian growth, biblical examples of fasting.