Magnificent Life

“Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke?" Isaiah 58:6  Fasting is a journey into stillness, where the absence of earthly sustenance feeds the spirit and invites the presence of God to dwell within." In Matthew 6:16-18, Jesus teaches us about fasting, not as a mere ritual but as a heartfelt expression of devotion. When we fast with the right intentions, we allow ourselves to pause from the distractions of daily life and redirect our focus toward spiritual growth. As Richard J. Foster wisely said, “Fasting reminds us that we are sustained by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.”  The benefits of fasting extend far beyond physical abstinence from food; it is a profound opportunity for spiritual renewal and self-reflection. Just as Jesus fasted for forty days in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11), we too can experience clarity and strength through our fasting practices. This time