Colossians 2:20-23 The Purpose of Fasting (February 9, 2025 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)

Fasting is not done much today, and because of this, it is not always properly understood. Many think that the purpose of fasting is to chasten the appetites of the body so as to make us less likely to indulge in sin. This, however, is a form of asceticism condemned by Paul in Colossians 2:20-23. It is of no value in stopping the indulgence of the flesh. The true purpose of fasting is actually to humble ourselves before God in order to call out to Him in prayer.