Fasting in Scripture was acceptable when done humbly before Jehovah, not as ritual or display. Christians today are free to choose whether to fast.
What Does the Bible Say About Fasting? (Matthew 6:16–18)
Hilasterion: Christ as the Mercy Seat and Covenant Covering – Romans 3:25; Leviticus 16
Jesus is the hilastērion; His sacrifice is the ultimate atonement, reconciling sinners with God through faith and divine justice.
Christ Jesus as the Hilasterion: Mercy Seat and Satisfaction – Romans 3:25
Romans 3:25 highlights Jesus as the hilastērion, uniting divine justice and mercy through faith, fulfilling atonement within God's covenant.
