Biblical Fasting is not governed by laws regarding when, how, and where to fast. There are no laws in the New Testament regarding what a person can eat or not eat during fasting, what a person can wear or not wear during fasting, or when a person should start or break his fast. Also, the New Testament does not command fasting as a compulsory religious act. However, the New Testament does recommend fasting in various ways. The Importance of Fasting in the New Testament Jesus Himself Fasted. In Matthew 4:2, we are told that Jesus fasted for 40 days and nights when, after His baptism, He was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. Jesus Expected His Disciples to Fast. In Matthew 6:16, Jesus said, “When you fast…” He didn’t say, “If you fast…” but, “When” which indicates that He did expect His disciples to fast. He also declared to the Jews that when He is taken away, His disciples would fast (Matt.9:15). Jesus Declared the Importance of Fasting in the Ministry ...
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