End of day 13 of fast

The fast has been going moderately well. I have my ups and downs. For the most part it hasn't been too much of a struggle. I'm so happy that I have been able to resist giving into the temptation of eating when I have been around so many people eating and turned down the offer of free food. It is definitely nice to not have to worry about food for a while.

I haven't really made a big emphasis on really getting closer to God as much as I would have liked. I have more time because I'm not eating but lately I haven't used that time seeking His presence. I've let my mind get distracted by other things.

Today was the first meeting of the small group that I'm going to be in. I'm so excited to finally get the chance to be in a small group again. Small groups are so crucial to one's spiritual growth.