WHAT IS FASTING? Types of Fasting: - Partial - abstaining from certain foods or drinks - Regular - abstaining from just food and drinks except water - Total - Zero food or drink, even water WHY FAST? - Mourning - Repentance - Lament - Victory - Protection - Will HOW NOT TO FAST (v. 16) To be seen by men. HOW TO FAST (v. 17-18) Only to be seen by the Lord. BIG IDEA: The motivation to fast should only come from a desire to be seen and heard by the Lord.