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Bishop Gruss on fasting, including tips on fasting, how fasting helps us draw nearer to God, the Biblical roots of fasting and more

from Catholic Diocese of Saginaw Podcast · host Bishop Robert Gruss

Bishop Gruss explores the significance of Lent, emphasizing the importance of preparation, desire, and the practices of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. In this talk, he encourages the faithful to prepare for Lent intentionally and highlights the transformative power of fasting as a spiritual discipline that fosters a closer relationship with God.A few takeways:Fasting is a biblical practice that draws us closer to God.Fasting is not just about abstaining from food, but seeking God. Fasting is a biblical practice that draws us closer to God.Fasting is not just about abstaining from food, but seeking God and can lead to transformation.

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