Not only are we demonstrating discipline to focus on communicating with God when we intentionally deprive ourselves of food for predetermined periods of time, but we are taking power over basic physical desires, and instead becoming reliant on Him. (relevantmagazine.com)
It can be hard to predict how long an animal will need to be in a foster home, but some shelters need people to foster animals for a short predetermined period of time post-rescue, pre-forever home. (onegreenplanet.org)
Premiums for whole life insurance are consistent, though they can either be paid annually or for a predetermined period of time (such as 20 years), though they'll be significantly higher for that period. (valuepenguin.com)