St. John the Evangelist by Ermes Dovico

Fasting of jesus

The power of fasting, a weapon to rediscover
SELF-DENIAL AND SALVATION

The power of fasting, a weapon to rediscover

Fasting is necessary in spiritual combat, as the Scriptures, the Church, and the example of the saints teach. Yet today it is more neglected than ever. Its practice, in union with Jesus, has not only a personal value, but affects the plan of salvation.