Jesus invites us to suffer with and like him. Suffering well is a part of the way of Jesus. After all, the cross is the path to the resurrection, just like for him. Yet the only way to suffer well is like Jesus, hold on to the joy set before us; hold on to the...
Lent invites us to fast for both spiritual renewal and physical care. Cutting out excess from rich foods to distractions resets both body and mind. Traditionally, fasting has been seen as a way to cleanse the body and deepen our prayer life, much like Jesus’ 40-day desert fast. When we fast with gratitude, we honor...
Lent is about fasting from food and selfish ways. Give up something you enjoy, and use what you save (money, time, etc.) to help those in need. This turns fasting into love, uniting us with the poor and following Jesus call to serve.
Fasting strengthens our spirit, amplifies prayer and aligns our desires with God’s Kingdom. It is a transformative practice that clears distractions, nurtures holiness and partners with God in spiritual warfare. Start small, dedicate time to prayer, and let fasting bring you closer to Him.
Fasting feeds the spirit, strengthens us in spiritual warfare and deepens holiness. By temporarily denying the body, we nourish the soul, resist temptation, and draw closer to God. A powerful biblical discipline for growth and surrender.
Fasting is a joyful act of surrender, aligning body, mind and spirit to draw closer to God in devotion and dependence.
