The conversation revolves around a reflective discussion on the intersection of prayer and the passion of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus is the essence of prayer and that through prayer, one can experience a profound sense of joy and love from God. The speaker shares a personal story of how a conversation with a Catholic missionary led him to a deeper understanding of joy and love through prayer, ultimately transforming his life and leading him to dedicate his life to missionary work. The session concludes with a call to prayer and reflection on the crucifixion and death of Jesus.

Fasting is an ascetically practice recommended in the scriptures and the writings of the church fathers. It is sometimes prescribed by a precept of the church, especially during the liturgical season of Lent, which is why we're doing it now. If you look through scripture, you'll see that fasting is mentioned throughout as an aid to prayer.

Almsgiving is something that most people understand to the original definition, but they don't really get why or the meaning inside as far as what purpose it serves in God's plan. The definition according to the Greeks, Ili bon sine. Which means pity, mercy, and compassion. Catholicism brings up almsgiving in lieu of the poor and the needy. But who are the poor and the needy?

Two weeks ago I was talking about how we are all going to die, and last week we heard from Mark Schisler and Steve Bergmeier about the four last things, death, judgment, heaven, or hell. Today, I thought we could start with something a little bit more uplifting. The peak of your love, God's loving you so well that your heart is being conformed to the will of God, that you love like him, that peak is still in the future. Training for your heart is now.