Ramadan:
A Time to draw close to God
Many people fast to draw closer to God.
But how do we know if our fasting truly pleases Him?
Here are six simple reflections.
Take your time. Read slowly. Reflect honestly. Pray earnestly.
1. God looks at the heart
“Search me, O God, and know my heart.” (Psalm 139)
Fasting is not only about food.
God cares about what is inside us — our thoughts, motives, and desires.
He sees what others cannot see.
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2. God wants sincerity, not hypocrisy.
“When you fast… your Father, who sees what is done in secret…” (Matthew 6)
True worship is not for showing others.
God sees what is done quietly.
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3. God wants relationship, not rituals
“A broken and contrite heart… you will not despise.” (Psalm 51)
God is not looking for perfection.
He welcomes honesty.
When we admit our sins, He does not turn us away.
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4. Rely on God’s grace and mercy, not human effort
“The Lord is compassionate and gracious…” (Psalm 103)
We cannot earn God’s favour by effort alone.
We all need His mercy.
His mercy is greater than our failures.
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5. True fasting changes how we live
“Is this not the kind of fasting I have chosen… to care for the hungry and the poor?” (Isaiah 58)
Fasting is not only about ritual.
It changes how we treat people.
Justice, kindness, and compassion matter deeply to God.
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6. God always welcomes you to seek Him
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” (Jeremiah 29)
God is not hiding from those who truly seek Him.
Ask Him sincerely to reveal Himself to you.
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