February Fast
Would you like to join the February fast? We will be embarking on a corporate fast for the entire RCCG network of churches worldwide.The fast will begin on 1st February and continue until the 28th February 2011.
Spiritual Preparation
In total preparation for this unique time with our God, let us ensure that we examine our hearts, and detect any un-confessed sin.
The Bible records that God always requires His people to repent of their sins before He will hear their prayers. Psalm 24:3-5
3 - Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place?
4 - He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully.
5 - He shall receive the blessing from the LORD, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.
In our prayers, let there be an acknowledgement of our sins, confessions and asking the Lord for forgiveness, moreso, let us ask the Holy Spirit to help us to resist any temptation that may come our way.
Breaking the Fast
It is advisable that we do not eat a large meal at the end of the fast, the stomach is still tender and breaking with something light is highly recommended.
HealthCare - Points to note
The following category of persons should NEVER fast without medical supervision:
• Persons who are physically too thin or emaciated.
• Persons who are prone to anorexia, bulimia, or other behavioural disorders.
• Those who suffer weakness or anaemia.
• Persons who have tumours, bleeding ulcers, cancer, blood diseases, or who have heart disease.
• Those who suffer chronic problems with kidneys, liver, lungs, heart, or other important organs.
• Individuals who take insulin for diabetes, or suffer any other blood sugar problem such as hyperglycaemia.
• Women who are pregnant or nursing.
• Currently taking medication prescribed to you by your doctor.
If you belong to any of the above or you are in doubt, please do consult your medical Doctor for guideline.
Foods to Avoid on the Daniel Fast:
- All meat & animal products - beef, buffalo, fish, lamb, poultry, and pork.
- All dairy products - butter, cheese, cream, eggs, and milk.
- All sweeteners - agave nectar, artificial sweeteners, cane juice, honey, molasses, raw sugar, syrups, stevia, and sugar.
- All leavened bread & yeast - baked goods and Ezekiel bread (contains yeast and honey).
- All refined & processed food products - artificial flavorings, chemicals, food additives, preservatives, white flour, and white rice.
- All deep-fried foods - corn chips, French fries, and potato chips.
- All solid fats - lard, margarine, and shortening.
- Beverages - alcohol, carbonated drinks, coffee, energy drinks, herbal tea, and tea.
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What is a Daniel Fast?
A 28-day partial fast based upon Daniel's own experiences as recorded in the Bible. The purpose is to restrict commonly enjoyed foods as an act of worship and consecration to God. Someone who chooses to undergo a Daniel Fast demonstrates a physical commitment that reflects a deep spiritual desire for a more intimate relationship with the Lord.
On one occasion, Daniel was greatly concerned for his people and sought the Lord's wisdom during a 3-week time of prayer and fasting. Daniel 10:2-3 says, "At that time I, Daniel, mourned for three weeks. I ate no choice food; no meat or wine touched my lips." The meaning of "choice food" is not clear; however, most commentaries conclude that he ate no bread or sweets. The Message translation sums up Daniel's eating habits during that time: "I ate only plain and simple food."
The intention of today's Daniel Fast is not to duplicate exactly what Daniel did but the spirit in which he did it. Daniel's passion for the Lord caused him to hunger and thirst for spiritual food rather than physical food, which should be the desire for anyone doing the Daniel Fast.
To view a detailed list of foods, see Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid while on the Daniel Fast.
"So I turned to the Lord God and pleaded with him in prayer and petition, in fasting." - Daniel 9:3
Foods to Eat:
- All fruit - fresh, frozen, dried, juiced, or canned.
- All vegetables - fresh, frozen, dried, juiced, or canned.
- All whole grains - amaranth, barley, brown rice, oats, quinoa, millet, and whole wheat.
- All nuts & seeds - almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, peanuts, pecans, pine nuts, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds. Nut butters are also included.
- All legumes - canned or dried; black beans, black eyed peas, cannellini beans, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), great northern beans, kidney beans, lentils, pinto beans, and split peas.
- All quality oils - canola, coconut, grapeseed, olive, peanut, and sesame.
- Beverages - distilled water, filtered water, and spring water.
- Other - herbs, spices, salt, pepper, seasonings, soy products, and tofu.
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