LENT is a time for “Fasting from” and
a time for “Feasting 0n”

• Fast from judging others; feast on the Christ dwelling in them.

• Fast from thoughts of illness; feast on the healing power of God.

• Fast from words that bring division and resentment; feast on phrases that bring peace

• Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude.

• Fast from anger; feast on patience.

• Fast from pessimism; feast on optimism.

• Fast from worry; feast on divine Providence.

• Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation.

• Fast from negatives; feast on affirmatives.

• Fast from hostility; feast on welcoming.

• Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness.

• Fast from self-concern; feast on compassion for others.

• Fast from personal anxiety; feast on trust in God.

• Fast from discouragements; feast on hope.

• Fast from lethargy and laziness; feast on enthusiasm and dedication.

• Fast from idle gossip; feast on purposeful silence.

By William Arthur Ward (American author, teacher and pastor, 1921-1994.)