Tuning In:
Fasting from Noise and Distractions

That is why the Lord says,
“Turn to me now, while there is time.
Give me your hearts.
Come with fasting, weeping, and mourning.
Joel 2:12-13 (NLT)

Don’t tear your clothing in your grief,
but tear your hearts instead.”
Return to the Lord your God,
for he is merciful and compassionate,
slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.
He is eager to relent and not punish.
Joel 2:12-13 (NLT)

What Does It Mean to Fast from Distraction?

Why Do We Need to Fast from Noise?

“Go out and stand before me on the mountain,” the Lord told him. And as Elijah stood there, the Lord passed by, and a mighty windstorm hit the mountain. It was such a terrible blast that the rocks were torn loose, but the Lord was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the
Lord was not in the earthquake.
1 Kings 19:11-13 (NLT)

And after the earthquake there was a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire there was the sound of a gentle whisper.
1 Kings 19:11-13 (NLT)

When Elijah heard it, he wrapped
his face in his cloak
and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave.
And a voice said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”
1 Kings 19:11-13 (NLT)

If we don’t quiet the noise, we’ll miss His voice.

How Do We Tune In to the Voice of the Lord?

Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you
everything you need.
Matthew 6:33 (NLT)