Hungering For God

What are we having for supper? It is a question I dread, but one that is asked every day because everyone needs to eat! God created us flesh and spirit, so it should not be surprising that Jesus’ call to follow him is addressed to our whole selves. Even food has a place in helping us to become like Jesus. After hearing Jesus’ challenge regarding giving and praying over the last two weeks, this Sunday we’ll consider his teaching about when we fast. Our first response might be: “When do we fast?” As we begin our Journey to Easter on this first Sunday of Lent, it is a perfect time to hear Jesus’ invitation to allow the hunger of our bodies to aid us in meeting intimately with our God.