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Isaiah 58:3 (MSG)

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3 But they also complain, 'Why do we fast and you don't look our way? Why do we humble ourselves and you don't even notice?' "Well, here's why: "The bottom line on your 'fast days' is profit. You drive your employees much too hard.


This passage relates to the following topic(s):
(v. 3) Fasting - Fasting should be coupled with righteous behavior and generosity to the poor

This passage is referenced in the following study note(s):
(v. 3) Devotional: Prayer and Fasting (2008-12-12)