"Moreover, when ye fast be not as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance, for they disfigure their faces that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, they have their reward". 3 Nephi 13:16
OK, this morning, my kids were beyond disfiguring their faces when I reminded them of our decision to fast for Mike. There was much weeping and whaling and gnashing of teeth, but... we made it! I was so proud of all of them for their willingness to sacrifice their comfort for someone they love. Ellie's words at the end of the day were: "This better work, or it SO won't be worth it!" I hope we as a family can all gain a stronger testimony of fasting. It is definitely something we need to work on. I hope this Sunday will mark the first of many Fast Sundays we spend fasting together as a family.
4 comments:
That's a great way to work together as a family...I hope Mike gets healing more quickly.
Great job! It's SO hard to get your kids to fast. We're hoping that Mike continues to heal and recover.
Last time I fasted, I fainted.(I'm sure you don't remember...why would you...it wasn't like I was in front of everyone in sacrament meeting or anything) Now, I fast in my heart....much better.Is Mike doing better?
I'm glad I'm not the only one struggling with this one! Poor Hayden, some days I think he just might die from fasting! The bad thing is my husband is diabetic so he can't fast, and I don't have Rylan fast yet, so it's just me and Hayden. It's just not fair that everyone else can eat!
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