Daniel Fast
Hello,
Here we go again! It is fasting season. But first, why do we fast?
Fasting is not a hunger strike to get the attention of God to our prayer rather its the other way around; we refocus our hearts and our minds to God so we can hear better. Instead of eating and cooking we redirect those time to prayer and reading the Word of God.
Daniel Fast Guidelines
At that time I, Daniel, mourned for three weeks. I ate no choice food; no meat or wine touched my lips; and I used no lotions at all until the three weeks were over.
Daniel 10:2-3
Easiest way to say is no meat for 3 weeks.
Here are the Do’s [according to source]
Fruits: Fresh or frozen, and low-glycemic fruits in particular are encouraged. Low-glycemic fruits include berries, apples, peaches, grapefruit, cherries, and grapes. Canned fruit is also an option, but only if there is no added sugar, coloring, or other preservatives.
Vegetables: Fresh, frozen, or canned vegetables are all allowed on the diet plan, as long as there is no added salt. You can eat these—and even potatoes—in abundance.
Whole Grains: Go easy on the processed varieties and focus on cooking unrefined whole grains such as amaranth, barley, brown rice, quinoa, millet, oats, and wheat. Leavened bread, or breads made with yeast, are not allowed, but if you can find whole-grain breads and flatbreads made without yeast, those do fit within the parameters of the diet plan.
Legumes: Dried or canned varieties are both allowed, but canned versions shouldn’t have any salt or other additives. Types of legumes include black beans, chickpeas, lentils, and other bean varieties. These can also be eaten in abundance.
Soy products, such as tofu, are also allowed on The Daniel Fast, as long as they aren’t made with any additives.
Nuts & Seeds: All nuts and seeds are allowed, as long as they are raw or dry-roasted without salt.
High-Quality Oils: Plant-based oils are approved on The Daniel Fast, but they should be used in moderation. Canola, peanut, coconut, olive, avocado, sesame, grapeseed, and walnut oils are all healthy options.
Herbs & Spices: Herbs and spices will be key in flavoring your meals over the next few weeks. Investing in fresh herbs and having a host of spices to choose from will help make The Daniel Fast that much easier. Salt is allowed on the diet, but it should be used minimally.
For Dont’s here it is:
Meat, poultry, eggs or even seafood - these are not plant based, we recommend Tofu or Mushrooms for replacement
Dairy products - we recommend almond milk or soy milk.
Processed food - it is better to eat something fresh around these times
White rice, You can do brown tho or any wild rice.
FAQ’s
How long is the fast?
21 days to be exact. Please contact your pastor for current duration of the fast
How much can I eat?
As long as you are eating according to the Do’s and you are not eating when your body says to you you are full. You eat to live, not live to eat.
Who can participate?
Any able bodied men and women can participate in this. If you are pregnant or if you have any other sickness please talk to your doctors first before participating. 4.
Can I do partial fasting
Yes of course. If you cannot do the full 21 days we recommend for you to participate in at least 1 meal a day. As long as you are participating in the prayer time and listening to the Lord, you are doing your part.
What if i broke my fast midway?
Even if you stop midway we still do recommend to go back. After all the most important part of fasting is Prayer not the Dos and don’ts of what to eat.
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