What Is Fasting?
Fasting is a way to work with God. He wants to connect with you through fasting and prayer, benefiting your family, your life, and His plan for your life. Sometimes, God asks us to do something physical to receive a spiritual blessing.
Fasting Types
Daniel Fast
If you have not tried fasting before, the ‘Daniel Fast’ is a great place to start. The Daniel Fast is called this because it’s taken from the Bible in the book of Daniel (Daniel 10:3). A Daniel Fast is where you avoid meats, sweets, and treats for a specific amount of time. During a Daniel Fast, you normally consume rice, beans, vegetables, and fruits, while avoiding bread, meats, dairy products, sugars/ sweeteners, and deserts.
Partial Fast
A partial fast is when you fast all food for a set specific time throughout the day. For example, you may decide to fast from sunrise to sunset and eat food only in the evenings.
Complete Fast
Also known as a full fast, a complete fast is when you do not eat any food (and consume liquids only) for a specific period of time. Please consult a medical professional in advance if you intend to do a complete fast for a prolonged period of time.
7 Day Fast
A 7-day fast involves selecting any of the previously mentioned fasting methods and committing to it for seven days. This fast is undertaken with a clear and specific purpose. The goal is to achieve a particular objective through dedicated fasting.