Lent: The Lie That Makes You Quit (Fr Cristino)

In this Lenten conversation, we explore why so many people begin Lent with good intentions but end up giving up their penances, fasting, or spiritual commitments along the way.

Why does this happen so often? And what spiritual lie might be behind that discouragement?

In this episode we talk about the real purpose of Catholic self-denial, the meaning of penance, and why the Church calls us to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving during Lent. Rather than being about perfect discipline, Lent is meant to lead us to deeper conversion, humility, and perseverance in the spiritual life.

If you’ve ever struggled to keep your Lenten resolutions—or felt discouraged after failing in your penance—this conversation offers encouragement to keep going. The path of holiness isn’t about never falling; it’s about continually returning to Christ and trusting in God’s grace.

Lent invites us to turn back to the Lord, grow in virtue, and prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter.