There are three things, my brethren, by which faith stands firm, devotion remains constant, and virtue endures. They are prayer, fasting and mercy. Prayer knocks at the door, fasting obtains, mercy receives. Prayer, mercy and fasting: these three are one, and they give life to each other.Fasting is the soul of prayer, mercy is the … Continue reading Prayer Knocks, Fasting Obtains, Mercy Receives