Battle Ready with Father Dan Reehil Battle Ready a Radio Maria Production - Episode 02-23-26 - Climbing the Mountain with Brian Reehil
Feb 23, 2026
Brian Reehil, brother of Fr. Dan and a practicing man of faith, shares personal testimony and reflections on fasting, prayer, and spiritual discipline. He recounts struggles with keeping fasts and a life-changing pilgrimage. They discuss biblical fasts, practical tips for fasting and breaking fasts, and how fasting builds self-discipline and spiritual focus.
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Avoid Proud Or Miserable Fasting
- Avoid using fasting to become a grumpy, showy person; it's better not to fast than to fast while being miserable or boastful.
- Father Dan emphasizes Matthew's teaching that fasting should be private and paired with a contrite heart.
Break Fasts Gradually To Avoid Binging
- When breaking a fast, avoid overindulging suddenly; reintroduce foods gradually to prevent physical shock like excessive coffee or large meals.
- Brian describes drinking four cups of coffee quickly and overeating at the first post-fast meal as pitfalls to avoid.
Abstain From Meat On Lenten Fridays
- Do abstain from meat on all Fridays of Lent (and Ash Wednesday), with the obligation for those aged 14 and older.
- Brian and Father Dan note exceptions: pregnant, nursing, frail, or chronically ill people are excused.