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The Rich Feast The Poor Fast<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

A Personal Journey of 40 Days & 40 Nights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlock the Secrets of Biblical Fasting: Strengthen Your Body, Soul, and Spirit in<\/strong> 40 Days<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Experience Divine Connection: Fasting for Mind, Body, and Spirit<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. Have you ever wondered why, despite your most fervent prayers, answers seem just out of reach?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Why are breakthroughs so rare, despite the countless hours spent praying?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Perhaps, like many Christians, you\u2019ve asked yourself: Is there something more I\u2019m missing?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ask yourself:<\/strong> When was the last time you heard a sermon on fasting<\/strong> in western churches<\/strong>, or had a discussion about it in your church or among fellow believers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For most, it\u2019s likely been a long time\u2014if ever. My personal experience? Since my earliest days in Sunday school in Singapore, I rarely, if ever, heard anyone discuss fasting with true depth. The conversation was absent, a spiritual tool left unexplored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But Could This Be by Design of the FREE WILL?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it possible that our greatest adversary<\/strong> has clouded our minds and thoughts over decades, leading us away from one of the most powerful spiritual keys given to us by God?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think about it:<\/strong> Fasting is a discipline only you can undertake. You can ask others to pray for you, to intercede on your behalf, and even to support you in your faith journey. But can you ask someone to fast for you? Can they eat for you? No, fasting is uniquely personal<\/strong>\u2014a commitment only you can make to draw nearer to God. It\u2019s the difference between sympathy<\/em> and empathy<\/em>. Sympathy can offer comfort from a distance, but empathy engages fully, even sacrificially. Fasting requires this level of engagement, where we not only care about others\u2019 suffering but enter into it ourselves to seek a deeper connection with God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In my book, The Rich Feast & The Poor Fast<\/em>, I explore how fasting has the power to bring you closer to God, revealing a level of intimacy and understanding rarely reached through prayer alone. Together, we\u2019ll delve into topics many Christians find puzzling or difficult to address:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saint Basil the Great beautifully expressed the transformative power of fasting:
<\/strong>\u201cFasting gives birth to prophets and strengthens the might<\/strong><\/em>“<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These testimonials are authentic accounts from individuals who have generously shared their experiences with us, unedited and with their permission, to inspire and encourage our community of brothers and sisters<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

\"GoldenWitnessing the Message: Reader Reflection<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Name: Rev'd Rob White
Male
Country: North West England 
<\/em><\/strong>I've now had a good chance to read the chapter you sent me from your book on fasting.
Judging by this chapter the book is a thorough study of this important discipline. I like the way It contains history of fasting and some personal experiences and Scripture portions\/verses, whilst not fighting shy of challenges. 

You've done a masterful job! For people
who want to look in more depth at fasting I know of nothing that would measure up to this. 

Perhaps I could comment from the viewpoint of church leadership. What you've written is, I guess, not so much for popular readership; it's for those who are serious about wanting to look in more depth at the subject. And their reading will be rewarded. 

I would like to encourage you to also take a good deal of the material and rework it for a more popular readership.
Starting with some personal anecdotes\/ experience and then opening the subject up, challenging and encouraging, with plenty of Scripture, would be a much-needed resource for the church. With prayer movements across the UK building further a book like that would be very necessary. 

However, that's not to take away from what you have achieved with this book. I commend you for the research, study and hard work you've put into it. 

Looking forward to seeing you & Charlotte again!
Grace and peace
Rob White

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Reply to Rev'd Rob feedback
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Testimonial and Encounter with Rob and Marion White<\/strong>

How I met this great man and woman of God\u2014servants of Christ and humanity, people of belief, faith, and works. They truly live the saying, \u201cBehind every great man there is a great woman.\u201d Marion is a wonderful example and motivation for women of faith everywhere.

While on holiday in Arre, Spain, I was invited by our friends\u2019 brother, Steve, and his wife Debbie, to attend a men\u2019s and women\u2019s meeting at Restaurante Hostal Rural<\/a>. It was there that I first met Rob White and learned that he had written a book titled Teach Us to Pray<\/a>.

A few days later, I attended a Sunday service at a small family fellowship called Turre Evangelical Church<\/a>, led by visiting Pastor Rob\u2014retired, yet still active and full of passion for the Word. That week, the house group, gathered for lunch at Restaurante Miramar<\/a>, perched high on the mountain in the small town of B\u00e9dar.

It was there I asked Rob if he would kindly read and give feedback on my book, to which he promptly and graciously said, \u201cYes.\u201d I hoped\u2014but honestly did not believe\u2014he would respond with feedback, as so many pastors back home in Britain had said yes and never kept their word.

Proverbs 15:4 teaches that \u201cA wholesome tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.\u201d In essence, our words can build trust and life\u2014or they can break hearts when promises fail. Speaking truthfully and keeping one\u2019s word nourishes relationships and honours God. It is ironic how easily some preach about integrity yet fail to practise it. But Pastor Rob was different\u2014his word was his bond.

About Mr Rob & Mrs Marion White<\/strong>

Rob and Marion are long-time Christian leaders with a deep passion for prayer, justice, and community transformation.

Rob previously served as National Director of Youth for Christ (UK) and later as Senior Minister at Poynton Baptist Church<\/a> until 2004. His ministry has consistently focused on equipping believers for effective prayer and outreach. He is the author of Teach Us to Pray, a widely appreciated guide for deepening one\u2019s communion with God.

Marion, a trained teacher, shares Rob\u2019s heart for discipleship and global mission. Together they have travelled widely\u2014speaking, mentoring, and raising awareness about social<\/strong> injustice<\/strong> and human trafficking<\/strong>. Their journey into this ministry began with a growing burden to see freedom and dignity restored to the oppressed. Marion once told a light-hearted story about a planned trip to Mumbai with a few other ladies; Rob declined to join them, joking that he didn\u2019t like curry\u2014a story my wife found especially amusing!

In November 2008, Rob and Marion helped organise a major Christian gathering at the Birmingham NEC called The Stand<\/strong>, which united thousands of believers around the call to act against modern slavery<\/strong>. From that event emerged the international charity Hope for Justice, co-founded by a small group including Rob and Marion<\/a>. The organisation has since grown into a worldwide movement dedicated to investigating cases of human trafficking, rescuing victims, and restoring lives.

Following years of national and international ministry, Rob and Marion were called to plant and lead a new church in Wilmslow, Cheshire, where they continue to serve their local community. Through Life Church Wilmslow<\/a>, they emphasise prayer, worship, and compassionate action\u2014helping people encounter the love of Christ and become agents of hope and healing in today\u2019s world.

Rob and Marion White are true examples of faith in action\u2014people who not only believe the Gospel but live it daily. Their lives continue to inspire many to walk in obedience, compassion, and prayerful devotion to the Lord. Amen

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Name: Charlotte Christopher
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Country: Holbeach Lincoinshire England 
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Mrs Charlotte (Dec-2024)

Today I read chaper 1 of my husbands book, 'The rich feast and the poor fast<\/strong>' I am very proud and full of admiration for my husband Noel<\/a> for his dedication and passion in writing this book to promote the importance of fasting to Christians as it is overlooked by many.
As soon has I started reading this chapter I couldn't stop it drawed me in,it is very well researched informative and explanatory from the start,I look forward to reading the completed book.

As I regular fast<\/a> myself, I can relate to the contents of this book Chapter One.
I'm sure it will help many people understand fasting in a different light and bring them closer to God I wish everyone who reads this book many blessings.

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\"GoldenWitnessing the Message: Reader Reflection<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Name: Sarah
Female
Country: Dublin Ireland
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Sarah (Friday 24th-01-2025)

\"I\u2019ve done health fasts<\/strong> in the past and, while reading this first chapter, I found that much of the information brought back memories of what I\u2019ve already known deep down\u2014that fasting is one of the best ways to reset physically, mentally, and spiritually.

For years, I\u2019ve instinctively turned to fasting when I was unwell, even when others didn\u2019t understand why I wouldn\u2019t just take a quick fix like a pill. Now, though, fasting feels more significant. This chapter helped me<\/strong> see how fasting can be about so much more than health\u2014it can be a way to deepen my connection to Jesus and to seek<\/strong> how I can better serve Him.

What stood out most was the emphasis on <\/strong>fasting being an act of humility and surrender, not just something we do for ourselves. That reminder felt important to me as I think about how I can align my intentions with God\u2019s will.

It has encouraged me to approach fasting not just as a practice for my own benefit but as a step toward understanding how I can be of assistance to Jesus in this world. I\u2019m looking forward to continuing this journey and growing spiritually through fasting. Thank you for offering this guidance in such a clear and accessible<\/strong> way.\" 5 Star*
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\"GoldenWitnessing the Message: Reader Reflection<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Name: Maxwell
Male
Country: England Cambridgeshire

It's challenging but all guidance in the right direction. I'm reading this very inspiring content. The written first hand accounts of your experience are nothing short of phenomenal, and they exude Universal Truth and Wisdom.

The Rich Feast, The Poor Fast is a fascinating and inspiring look at the timeless practices of fasting and spiritual purification. This book is a must-read for anyone curious about the deeper significance of fasting and its role in connecting with the Divine.

As I read, I felt a strong sense of inspiration to draw closer to God and to explore deeper the often-overlooked and yet profoundly powerful biblical practice of fasting. Noel\u2019s approach is both well-structured and engaging, presenting the topic in a way that feels relevant and accessible.

The book delves into the various reasons for fasting, shedding light on its physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions. It also highlights a profound truth: fasting is not just a personal discipline of the body but a universal practice that unites humanity in our shared need to seek God. Noel emphasizes that fasting is most meaningful when paired with wholehearted devotion, reminding readers of its deeper purpose beyond simply abstaining from food.

Whether you\u2019re a Christian, a skeptic, or someone intrigued by the middle ground between faith, health, and discipline, The Rich Feast, The Poor Fast offers valuable insights. It\u2019s an essential guide for those looking to rediscover the transformative power of fasting in their lives.

Overall it strikes a wonderful balance between Worldly information, First Hand Experience and Biblical Context Grounded in the Word of God. I'm almost at the end now. Truly a fantastic introduction to all manners of fasting. It can only be 5 Star*
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Though physically and mentally demanding, fasting refines the soul, aligning it with God\u2019s will. It is not merely an act of deprivation but a sacred discipline that deepens our relationship with the Lord.<\/strong>
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