Isaiah 58 is the "fasting chapter". Our church is on a 20-day Daniel fast at the moment so this is very timely. Isaiah is instructing the children of Israel about what is an appropriate fast and what is not. They were fasting but weren't seeing the results they wanted and wondered why. First of all, they were fasting for the wrong reasons. They didn't fast with the right heart. Their fasting was a showy act of piety while their lifestyles were full of selfishness and self-pleasure. They mistreat those who were weak. This type of spirit will not turn God's heart or move God's hand. God is not interested in the outward signs of piety and self-denial. He is always looking for a humble and contrite heart.
Lord, examine our motives as we fast and in everything we do. Let us have a heart that moves yours. Move our hearts to yours.
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