In Fasting We Approach Thee

This is one of several hymns in the LDS Hymnal specifically for Fast & Testimony Meetings, which generally occur on the first Sunday of each month.

Text: Paul L. Anderson and Lynn R. Carson
Scriptures:
- Moroni 6:5 (Book of Mormon)
- Isaiah 58:6-11

Music: Clay Christiansen

Introduction plus 4 verses:

In fasting we approach thee here,
And pray thy Spirit from above
Will cleanse our hearts, cast out our fear,
And fill our hunger with thy love.

Thru this small sacrifice, may we
Recall that strength and life each day
Are sacred blessings sent from thee -
Fill us with gratitude, we pray.

And may our fast fill us with care
For all thy children now in need.
May we from our abundance share,
Thy sheep to bless, thy lambs to feed.

This fast, dear Father, sanctify -
Our faith and trust in thee increase.
As we commune and testify,
May we be filled with joy and peace.