In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to him who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverence. Although he was a son, he learned obedience through what he suffered. And being made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey him, Hebrews 5:7-9 (ESV)
Jesus explained that fasting should be done without fanfare; and not “of a sad countenance” so as to “appear unto men to fast …...
''My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace...
Ezra 7:10 Now Ezra had determined in his heart to study the law of the Lord, obey it, and teach its statutes and ordinances...
