Starving: A 21-Day Pursuit of Jesus

by Jess Strickland

As you read this book, you will discover the simple practice of listening to Jesus. This simple practice will turn into a comprehensive re-ordering of your mind and spirit as the Holy Spirit empowers you to have a fresh focus on Christ and His word. You will be surprised at the depth of the journey Jesus guides you through in a short time. You will encounter the pervading warmth of looking back on your life and saying, “It’s true—behold, Christ is making all things new.”

139 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 4, 2020

About the author

Jess Strickland is the Lead Pastor at Living Hope in Beaverton, Oregon.
He is passionate about God’s pursuit of people, the Holy Spirit’s visible and local presence in His church, and King Jesus forming Himself in every follower.
Pastor Jess is a prolific author, including two of his latest books for churches— Starving and Slow Your Soul. He is an exceptional Bible teacher and preacher, and a true pastor of people.
He lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Brenda. Together they have been pastoring for over 40 years at a church they are devoted to with, they believe to be, some of the greatest humans on the planet. They LOVE the CHURCH and are devoted to helping shape a new generation of leaders allegiant to King Jesus.

Reviews

[Gregg Chastain · Rating 4 out of 5]

Starving is a 21-day devotion centered on pursuing Jesus through the discipline of fasting. The title can be a bit jarring for some who assume you are jumping into a 21-day fast with no food. Strickland instead guides people into the process of heart preparation and making space for God through various Christian disciplines. Fasting from food is ultimately encouraged, but in a shortened season of three days. Prior to this, fasts from sugar and junk food, the media, and even lessening the number of meals on has in a day are considered. On top of this, lots of other positive practices are modeled and encouraged.

Having practiced fasting before, I appreciate how much Stickland daily focuses on making space for Jesus and his work in your life. It was a worthwhile study and practice that I will seek to use with others.

[Dave Fields · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a challenging yet doable 21 one day devotional drawing you closer to God through prayer and fasting. When I finished it I was mourning the end of the journey.

[Lucas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible book that flows as a roadmap to a deeper devotional life. Very practical!

[Elizabeth Mostue · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stoking the fire

I liked that there are practical applications for making positive change and growth. This is a great tool for daily communion with Jesus.