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When we fast from things that bring us pleasure, we feel what we are missing. That feeling should remind us how much we ought to be longing for Jesus. Turn to Jesus instead of turning toward passing pleasure to fill your desires. 
For full shownotes, text ASKFRJOSH to 33-777 or visit AscensionPress.com (ascensionpress.com) 
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<p>Snippet from the Show<br>
When we fast from things that bring us pleasure, we feel what we are missing. That feeling should remind us how much we ought to be longing for Jesus. Turn to Jesus instead of turning toward passing pleasure to fill your desires. </p>

<p>For full shownotes, text ASKFRJOSH to 33-777 or visit [AscensionPress.com](ascensionpress.com)</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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<p>Snippet from the Show<br>
When we fast from things that bring us pleasure, we feel what we are missing. That feeling should remind us how much we ought to be longing for Jesus. Turn to Jesus instead of turning toward passing pleasure to fill your desires. </p>

<p>For full shownotes, text ASKFRJOSH to 33-777 or visit [AscensionPress.com](ascensionpress.com)</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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