Fasting breaks bonds of weakness, says Fr Ogunyemi
By Philomina Attah
The Parish Priest, St Anthony Catholic Church Gbessa, Abuja, Rev. Fr Victor Ogunyemi says fasting, when done with the right intentions can break the bonds of weakness.
Ogunyemi, who made the emphasis in his homily delivered in his parish during Mass, centered on the theme “Actions that please God”.
Focusing on the text from Isaiah 58:6-7, the Parish Priest cautioned against fasting for mere show or with impure motives, adding that such fasting would not be rewarded by God.
He, however, encouraged Christians to use the Lenten season to pray for the release of the oppressed, feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, clothe the naked, and be generous to relatives.
The Catholic priest who also works with the Social Communications Department of the Abuja Archdiocese, highlighted the rewards of fasting, including the breaking forth of light, healing, glory, answered prayers, and the assurance that God is present and attentive when called upon.
He urged the faithful to engage in purposeful and sacrificial fasting, while advocating for justice.