After seeing Jesus multiply meager supplies of bread and fish on two occasions to feed vast crowds, the Disciples failed to understand what the Lord meant in His warning to beware of the “leaven” of Pharisees and Herodians. (Pharisees enjoyed authority as experts in Mosaic Law and detailed rules under the Law, while Herodians sought to preserve political power of Herod’s descendants. Both groups were self-serving, while Jesus gave His all to satisfy the spiritual hunger of others.) The Lord taught that celebration and sacrifice both have places in our lives. Penitential Lenten observances lead to the celebration of Easter. Fasting, almsgiving, and prayer without fanfare get noticed by the Heavenly Father. During Lent, will we purposefully give up praise for what we do as a further sign of repentance?