It sounds like each of you are off to a great start with the fast and staying strong when faced with temptations. Here are a few tips I found for helping you have a successful fast (you can read the entire article at http://www.freedomyou.com/fasting_book/Fasting%20Tips.htm):
1. Tell the least number of people about the fast: Other people's negative attitudes may distract you. Of course, that doesn't count others who are fasting with you :-).
2. Turn off the TV: You know all those McDonald's commercials will start calling to you! Even shows that aren't related to food can make you hungry. I want Asian food every time my kids watch Japanese cartoons.
3. Get alone with God: The article says that fasting and solitude have always gone hand in hand, and it cites Luke 5:15 as an example.
4. Feast on His Word: You guys already have that in hand, with reading the book of John during the fast.
Although I am not fasting, I want to try to support you guys as much as possible. If there is anything that you think I can help you with, let me know. I'll be glad to do research on recipes or answer any food questions you have; you know I'm on the computer all day ;-).
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