No one can force a seed to sprout, but every harvest still depends on careful preparation. The same is true of spiritual growth. God does the work of transforming a life, but people have a part to play. For centuries, followers of Jesus have kept practices that open their lives to God’s work: listening, prayer, fasting, study, simplicity, solitude, submission, and service. Here is what spiritual disciplines are, why they matter, and how to begin.

The way of Jesus is about more than just thoughts and feelings. It's also about experiencing our faith. Fasting is one of those experiences.