Do not Eat-Fast

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When God created the world, He declared everything He made to be good (Genesis 1). This includes all food sources, as Peter later learned in a vision.  In the vision, God showed Peter a wide variety of animals and reptiles and instructed him to eat, indicating that all creatures are clean and acceptable for human consumption. However, this doesn't necessarily mean it's healthy or wise to eat everything available. While God has provided an abundance of food, moderation, self-control, and wisdom are still essential in our choices.

The Bible teaches moderation and self-control in all aspects of life, including eating. Gluttony is considered a sin in the Bible, as it involves excessive indulgence in food or drink, leading to harm to one's body and relationships with God and others.

In the Bible, gluttony is mentioned alongside other vices, such as drunkenness and lust, in passages like:

- Proverbs 23:20-21: "Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat, for drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags."

- 1 Corinthians 6:19-20: "You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies."

The Bible also teaches the importance of self-control and moderation in all aspects of life, including eating:

- Philippians 4:12: "I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well-fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want."

- 1 Corinthians 9:27: "I discipline my body and bring it under strict control, so that, after having preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified."

Regarding cravings for food, the Bible acknowledges that humans have natural desires and appetites, but encourages us to control them:

- 1 Peter 2:11: "Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul."

- Romans 8:13: "For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live."

While the Bible does not condemn eating or enjoying food, it warns against excessive indulgence, which can lead to harm to our bodies and relationships with God and others. Overeating and gluttony can be seen as sinful, as they involve a lack of self-control and a focus on temporal pleasures rather than eternal spiritual growth.

Some Bible verses that address the consequences of overeating and gluttony include:

- Proverbs 28:7: "A discerning son keeps wisdom in view, but a glutton is a disgrace to his father."

- Deuteronomy 32:15: "Jeshurun grew fat and kicked; you grew fat, stout, and gross. They abandoned the God who made them and rejected the Rock their Savior."

Remember that the Bible encourages balance, moderation, and self-control in all aspects of life, including eating. While food is a gift from God, excessive indulgence can lead to harm and distract us from our relationship with Him.

#BookOnGluttony

"Gluttony, a sin often overlooked, is the uncontrolled indulgence in food. But what exactly is gluttony? Is it a sin? Are all overweight individuals gluttons, and are all underweight individuals free from it?

Professor Z.T. Fomum's book, "Deliverance from the Sin of Gluttony," offers a biblical perspective on this sensitive topic, exploring its definition, possible causes, and the path to recognition, repentance, and deliverance. This book provides a roadmap for establishing a healthy relationship with food and God.

A must-read for parents, pastors, youth leaders, counselors, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of gluttony, this book addresses common questions and provides biblical insights to help readers overcome this sin and develop a balanced approach to eating.