Fasting: The Season of Lent

Sunday Service: March 9, 2025 • Pastor Mimi Kim at HOPE Church in Clarksville, MD ---Pastor Mimi's sermon focused on the Lenten season, moving beyond the common question of "What are you giving up?" to a deeper understanding of its purpose. She explained Lent's origins, its connection to Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness, and its purpose as a time for prayer, fasting, and acts of love and mercy. She emphasized that fasting should not be an empty ritual, but a way to draw closer to God and serve others, particularly the vulnerable. She highlighted God's heart for widows, orphans, and foreigners, urging us to seek justice and show compassion. Pastor Mimi challenged us to consider what we could give up to deepen our relationship with Jesus and our neighbors, especially during times of trouble, and to actively engage in acts of love and mercy in our communities.