Ep #306: Why Fasting Matters and How to Start: Part 1 with Darren Whitehead

Have you ever wondered why people fast and if it even matters? The Bible talks about fasting, but is it even still relevant to us today? In this episode, Christy is joined by Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, to teach you why we fast, what the Bible says about it, and how getting uncomfortable can open the door to God’s blessings in unexpected ways. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! Resources: Darren Whitehead’s The Digital Fast at https://www.thedigitalfast.com/ Christy’s Start Your Day Planner at https://www.christywright.com/store 7 Steps to Stop Feeling Discouraged at https://www.christywright.com/podcast

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Get Your Hopes Up is a podcast by Christy Wright where she invites you to get to know God, get closer to Him, and get your hopes up again.  The truth is life can get you down. Between setbacks and heartbreaks, discouragement creeps in, and we stop letting ourselves hope for more. We say things like, "I'll believe it when I see it" and "Don't get your hopes up." But Romans 15:13 says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." That’s exactly what this show is about.  Christy is a #1 bestselling author, speaker, and business coach. She has been featured on The Today Show, Fox News, and in Success, Entrepreneur, and Woman's Day magazines. Whether she’s running around on stage or running after her kids, Christy lives out her faith and loves helping others do the same. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with her husband, Matt, and their three children: Carter, Conley, and Mary Grace.  Join her every Monday to start your week with motivation, faith, and—most of all—hope.