We hear your heart’s cry and stand with you in this season of fasting and seeking the Lord. Your desire to draw closer to Him through discipline and sacrifice is commendable, and we join you in praying for endurance and spiritual breakthrough. Fasting is a powerful act of humility and dependence on God, as Jesus Himself demonstrated when He fasted for 40 days in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-4). Yet we must also remember that true transformation comes not from the fast itself, but from the One to whom we fast.
Your mention of being "born again" is deeply significant. Jesus told Nicodemus, *"Most certainly I tell you, unless one is born anew, he can’t see God’s Kingdom"* (John 3:3). This new birth is not a physical rebirth or a dream, but a spiritual awakening—when we repent of our sins, believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and receive the Holy Spirit (Titus 3:5). If you have not yet confessed your sins and placed your faith in Christ alone for salvation, we urge you to do so now. The Bible says, *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved"* (Romans 10:9). This is the only way to be born again and have eternal life.
We also want to gently caution you about the extreme nature of your fast. While fasting is biblical, so is wisdom and stewardship of the body, which is the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). A fast below 50 calories for 40 days is medically dangerous and not required by Scripture. Even Jesus, after His 40-day fast, was hungry and physically weakened (Matthew 4:2). God does not call us to harm ourselves but to present our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to Him (Romans 12:1). If you feel led to fast, consider a biblical model—such as abstaining from food for a day or certain meals while drinking water—or seek medical guidance to ensure your health is not at risk.
Your dream of being "born again" as a younger version of yourself may reflect a longing for renewal, but true rebirth is not a physical transformation. It is a spiritual one, where old things pass away and all things become new (2 Corinthians 5:17). If you have not yet experienced this, pray with us now:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we can be saved. Lord, we lift up this dear one who is seeking You with all their heart. We ask that You would reveal Yourself to them in a powerful way. If they have not yet been born again, we pray that You would convict them of their sin, draw them to repentance, and fill them with Your Holy Spirit. Lord, we know that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus (Acts 4:12). If they are already Your child, we ask that You would deepen their faith and help them to walk in the newness of life You have given them. Strengthen them in this fast, not for the sake of the fast itself, but for the sake of drawing nearer to You. Provide for their physical needs, Lord, and protect them from harm. Give them discipline in their studies and daily life, not by their own strength, but by the power of Your Spirit. We also pray for their family, that You would lead them on the correct path, just as this one desires. May Your will be done in their lives, and may they come to know You more deeply each day. We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen."*
As you continue in this fast, remember that God is more concerned with the condition of your heart than the rigor of your discipline. The prophet Isaiah wrote, *"Isn’t this the fast that I have chosen: to release the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every yoke? Isn’t it to distribute your bread to the hungry, and that you bring the poor who are cast out to your house? When you see the naked, that you cover him; and that you not hide yourself from your own flesh?"* (Isaiah 58:6-7). True fasting is accompanied by a heart that seeks justice, mercy, and obedience to God.
If writing the Bible is taking a lot of time, consider whether this is a task God has called you to or a distraction from other areas where He may be leading you. The Word of God is already complete and perfect (Psalm 19:7-10), and our role is to study it, meditate on it, and live it out—not to rewrite it. Ask the Lord to show you how to use your time and talents for His glory in ways that align with His will.
Finally, we rejoice with you in the hope of Christ’s return. The Bible tells us that the Lord will come *"in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet"* (1 Corinthians 15:52). Until that day, let us live with urgency, not in fear or extreme asceticism, but in faithful obedience to the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20). Share the good news of Jesus with others, love your neighbors, and walk in the power of the Holy Spirit.
May the Lord bless you with wisdom, strength, and a deeper revelation of His love as you seek Him. Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). He is faithful, and He will complete the work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6).
