How Fasting Should Be

Our fasting at JFM is not just about staying away from food—it is about becoming the answer to someone else’s hunger. We believe fasting is not complete when our stomachs are empty but the poor around us remain hungry. True fasting moves beyond ourselves and reaches the broken, the forgotten, and the needy.
The Bible teaches this clearly in Book of Isaiah 58:6–7, where God describes the kind of fasting He has chosen—to loose the bonds of wickedness, to care for the oppressed, and to share our bread with the hungry. This is the fast we carry in our hearts at JFM. We do not just pray; we act. We do not just speak; we give.
Every time we step out to feed the poor, we are living out the heart of Jesus. In Gospel of Matthew 25:35, Jesus says, “I was hungry and you gave me food.” When we place food into the hands of the poor, we are serving Christ Himself. That is the revelation that drives us forward every day.
At JFM, fasting means sacrifice with purpose. The food we could have eaten becomes a blessing to someone who had nothing. The time we could have spent on ourselves becomes a moment of prayer and love for others. This is not religion—it is compassion in action.
We have seen lives change through this kind of fasting. The weak are strengthened, the hopeless find hope, and hearts are opened to receive the gospel. When people see love in action, they begin to understand that God truly cares for them. Food becomes more than a meal—it becomes a message.
This is our calling: to fast in a way that pleases God, to give in a way that reflects His love, and to serve in a way that reveals Jesus. At JFM, our fasting is not empty—it feeds the poor, lifts the broken, and brings glory to God.

About Author

Mathiew Saba

Saba Mathiew:  I was born and raised in Uganda, where my journey of learning and service began. I attended Galikwoleka Nursery School, where a strong foundation for my academic life was laid. I later participated in New Eden Christian Primary School for my primary education, a place that nurtured both my character and my love of learning.

For my secondary education, I joined Agape High School, where I completed my Ordinary Level studies. I later advanced to C.T.R, where I completed my Advanced Level education. These years shaped my discipline, resilience, and passion for communication and service.

I pursued higher education at Ndejje University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. My university training equipped me with strong skills in writing, communication, storytelling, and media engagement, which I continue to apply in my professional life.

Currently, I am employed at JesusFedMe.com (JFM) as a Logistics Specialist and Article Author. In this role, I support the coordination of ministry activities while also writing impactful stories that reflect the mission, compassion, and work of JFM. Additionally, I serve as a translator for JFM, proficient in Luganda, Kiswahili, and English, helping bridge language gaps and ensure clear communication with the communities we serve.

Through my work, I remain committed to service, communication, and supporting the mission of transforming lives through love, compassion, and faith.

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