Lent is nearly halfway over, and millions are eagerly awaiting Easter Sunday. Here are the meanings behind the days and why people choose to fast.

(ThyBlackMan.com) Jesus’ mention of fasting in Mathew 6:16 and His giving instructions therein of how it should be conducted indicate that fasting is a prerequisite for a Christian. Here He says ...

Mention the word “fast” today and the conversation might turn to the speed of light, the stride of a cheetah, or someone’s internet connection. Refusing to eat, however, is usually the ...

At the beginning of Lent, it is traditional to consider taking up a spiritual discipline for the season—or perhaps giving something up. I have just read a number of posts telling me of friends who are ...

This practice encourages Christians to focus on prayer, spiritual disciplines, and recognizing God's presence in everyday ...

Prayer and almsgiving are also important parts of the Lenten season. Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, so it also falls ...

In Matthew’s Gospel, the disciples of John the Baptist asked Jesus, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples do ...

In addition, by fasting from the temptation to hurry and recklessly rush about, we embrace the Lenten call to grow by living ...

In Pakistan, the Christian minority observes Lent according to its own traditions. This year, its concurrence with Ramadan ...

As we head into the end of March, you may be anticipating the arrival of Easter. But it won't be here for several more weeks.