Fast forward 2017 devotional guide

Day 1 – November 26: Increase in spiritual hunger and holiness Psalm 51:10-12 Create in me a clean heart, O God; And renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from thy presence; And take not thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; And uphold me with thy free spirit. Daniel 6:10 Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime.

PRAYER: Lord, awaken my heart to your love. Give me an increased hunger to spend more time in prayer, worship, and Your Word. Please give me a greater awareness of Your holiness, a tender conscience, and a heart to please You in every thought, word, and deed.

Day 2 – November 27: Draw closer to the Lord Psalm 24:3-4 Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; Who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, Nor sworn deceitfully. Psalm 32:5 I acknowledged my sin unto thee, And mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; And thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, reveal anything in my life that would hinder my ability to come into Your presence. Help me see my propensity towards sin and help me to change. Help me to see my sin the way You see it. Thank You for loving me in spite of my failures. Lord, it is your lovingkindness that leads me to repentance.

Day 3 – November 28: Worship with a whole heart Psalm 111:1 Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, In the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation. Psalm 27:8 When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek.

PRAYER: Humbly and yet confidently, I come into Your presence. I am relying on the promise of Christ, providing me the relationship with You as my Heavenly Father. Bring me fully into Your presence O God. Lead me more fully into Your will so that every day of my life will be worship, offering a living sacrifice to bring You glory.

Day 4 – November 29: Set the desire of your heart Psalm 27:4 One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after; That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his temple. Psalm 37:4 Delight thyself also in the Lord; And he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

PRAYER: Lord I want You to be the top priority of my life with nothing even close in second place.

Help me, Father, to love You more than I ever have before. I want You to fill my heart, all of it, so Your love and grace can flow richly through me to everyone I come in contact with.

Day 4 – November 29: Set the desire of your heart Psalm 27:4 One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after; That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his temple. Ephesians 1:17-18 That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the father of

glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and Day 13: Read Daniel 6: 1-3, Joshua 1:8, Philippians 4:8, revelation in the knowledge of him: The eyes of your Colossians 3:23. Pray that God will give us a spirit of understanding enlightened; that ye as may excellence bothbeing individually and corporate weknow live out what the hope of his calling, thechurch. riches of God’sisplans and purposes for ourand liveswhat and His Pray the of his Moss inheritance the saints, for glory Sis. Sheilah and herin team.

Cover the gifts of PRAYER: Lord,and open my eyesastowe see You more administration excellence transition into 40 days in the Word. clearly and my ears to hear anything You desire to speak. I pray for a Spirit of wisdom and revelation DayI14: Read Psalm 34:19 Psalm 103: 1-3, that might know Jesus more deeply andIsaiah have 53: a 4-5, 3 John 2.

Thank God for health and healing.

Declare profound understanding of the hope that is in Histhat our bodies function in the wonder way that God designed heart for me. them to. Pray for our immune systems to strengthen, our arteries and blood vessels to be open and our circulatory Day 6 – December 1: To be filled with power and systems to function properly. Thank God that we are purpose healed and delivered from all pains and no diseases cleave Psalm 5 For thou hast been a shelter for me, to our61:3, bodies!

And a strong tower from the enemy. For thou, O God, hastRead heard my vows: Thou given the2 Day 15: Deuteronomy 8:18, hast Psalm 115; me 14-16, Kings 4: 1-7, Matthew Pray that God will give us heritage of those that 14: fear15-21. thy name. a mind92:11 for increase.

Pray thatshall Godsee willmy reveal to uson Psalm Mine eye also desire resources that we already have and that God give of us mine enemies, And mine ears shall hear mywill desire wisdom to take the resources we have and create new the wicked that rise up against me. Romans 15:13 resources or bring themfillinto new level of and fullness.

Pray Now the God of hope youa with all joy peace that the 40 Days in the Word will be established in faith in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through and that will see an increase of disciples for our Lord Jesus the power of the Holy Ghost.

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PRAYER: Father God, I pray for You to help me stay connected to the Vine.

I desire You in 20:28, every Day 16 Read: Isaiah 52:7,Lord, Romans 10:14, Acts aspect of my life.

Please prune off the things thatPray Hebrews 13:17, 1 Corinthians 9:14, 1Timothy 5:17. are and R. getAdolph, in the Lady way Dorrie of my Adolph time with fornot our important Pastor Dr. John and Sumone andthat Jonathon Pray forpurpose Pastor tofor have You. I know I can Adolph. only fulfill Your quiet studywith the Word God. Pray that they will be me by time beingtofilled Your of Holy Spirit. in good health and get adequate rest and exercise. Pray for provision and that all be meet over and above.

Day 7 – December 2:their Findneeds and fulfill your destiny Pray for wisdom and direction and Godly friends.

Pray that Psalm 139:24b … And lead me in the way everlasting.

Pastor is strengthen and that he boldly walks in the Psalm 18:36 Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, authority that God has given him. Cover their marriages That my feet did not slip. Psalm 37:23 The steps of a and family and be mindful of their much needed intimate good are ordered he our time man together.

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thy way; Day 17: Read Psalm 133:1, 1 Corinthians 14:40, 1 Timothy 2: 1-3. Pray thatplease clergy and leaders PRAYER: Lord, givechurch me the next will stepbeinunified Your and onplan one for accord.

Pray Help that God wisdom, Divine my life. me gives to beHis stillleaders and know knowledge and understanding.

Pray that church leaders that You are God, so that I can clearly sense Your will hear and voice of God and depend on Him guidance and obey hearthe from You. I commit to follow You,for guidance, direction, and help to make sound Godly forever. decisions. Pray that all things be done decent and in order.

Pray also that clergy and leadership stay submitted to the Day 8 –that December Produce the Fruit of the Spirit vision God gave3:Pastor Adolph.

Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, gentleness, goodness, faith, Day 18:longsuffering, Read Joshua 24:15, 1 Corinthians 13: 1-8, Mark 110: Corinthians 13:4 Charity suffereth long, and is 6-9, Proverbs 18:22, Ephesian 1:5, 1 Corinthianskind; 7: 116. Pray for marriages and family.

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PRAYER: Gracious God, thank You for Your Word

pain. Declare whole household salvation! Cancel every that describes so clearly what love is and for Your diabolical assignment the enemy has sent against marriage Jesus who it on earth.that Help my andSon family.

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Confess love each in a way that pleases You. that there is aother fresh excitement, passion, zeal, loveMay and we always have a love that protects, trusts, hopes and courtship in marriages.

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Day 19: Read Jeremiah 29: 11-14, Isaiah 34:16, 1 Corinthians 7:8, Isaiah 54:5. for Single, Day 9 – December 4: ToPray be saved and Divorced deliveredand Widowed!

Pray that the Lord will fill them with the Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and knowledge of His will through all spiritual wisdom and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will understanding, that they will be strengthen with all power trust; My buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and according to God’s glorious might. Pray that they have my high tower. great endurance and patience. Pray that they be delivered Psalm 16:11 Thou wiltunforgiveness, shew me the bitterness path of life: from all hurt, pain, abuse, andIn thy presence is fulness of joy; At thy right hand there grief from past relationships.

are pleasures for evermore. Acts 16:31 And they on the Jesus1:19-28, Christ, Proverbs and thou1:shalt Daysaid, 20: Believe Read Psalm 91, Lord 1 Samuel 8-9, Proverbs 22:6,and Psalm Isaiah 44:3; 54:13, Pray for our be saved, thy127, house. children safety and that theyfor willthe be hurting willing and PRAYER: Father, I pray andobedient. the lost Pray that they walk in the favor of God and man.

Pray for in a of this world. I ask that You do what only You can good understanding, clarity of thought and mind and high the life of ___________________(insert name). Be self-esteem.

Pray forRedeemer. boldness in our declare their Rock, their Usebabies me inand effective that they will accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. ways to show Your love. Enter into the hearts of Ask God to send Godly friends and teachers. Declare that those far from You. Be their Savior; deliver them into no weapon formed against our children shall prosper. a transforming relationship with You. I pray fortoany Release your children into God’s hand and allow Him loved ones by name who do not know the Lord or have His way! have fallen away from You. I ask You to reveal them95: as 1-7 thePsalm Awesome God that DayYourself 21: ReadtoPsalm 100, Psalm 150,You Johnare.

4: 21-24, Galatians Praise and around worshipmy thefamily LORD for I pray a hedge2:20. of protection from keeping you throughout the fast! all deception, temptation, and any plans of the enemy that would thwart the good plans God has for them.

Hope Ministry - Evangelist Etha Eaglin, Day 10 – December 5: To serve God together Ministry Leader

Psalm 92:1 It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, And to sing praises unto thy name, O most High: Psalm 100:2 Serve the Lord with gladness: Come before his presence with singing. Joshua 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.

PRAYER: Great Father God, Jesus my Brother, Holy Spirit, my Comforter… lead me into deeper communion and fellowship with You and with my community of faith. Begin with my own family to teach me to be bold to lead in worship and prayer, to bring the greatest glory to You, the only wise God, forever and ever.

Day 11 – December 6: To be healed and reconciled Day 13: Read Daniel 6: 1-3, Joshua 1:8, Philippians 4:8, Psalm 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, And Colossians 3:23. Pray that God will give us a spirit of delivered them from their destructions. excellence both individually and corporate as we live out Psalm 147:3 healeth theforbroken in and heart, bindeth God’s plansHe and purposes our lives HisAnd church.

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Day 14: Read Psalm 34:19 Psalm 103: 1-3, Isaiah 53: 4-5, 3 John 2. Father Thank God health andeverything healing. Declare PRAYER: God,forYou know aboutthat me. our bodies function in the wonder way that God designed You know the challenges and hope that I have. I pray them to. Pray for our immune systems to strengthen, our that You would guide my prayers, thoughts, and actions. arteries and blood vessels to be open and our circulatory I pray that You would give me spiritual eyes to see You in systems to function properly. Thank God that we are myhealed life and give me thefrom desire and ability respond in a and delivered all pains and noto diseases cleave way that pleases You. Teach me what You want me to to our bodies!

learn and help me to grow closer to You each day.

Day 15: Read Deuteronomy 8:18, Psalm 115; 14-16, 2 Kings 1-7, Matthew 14:receive 15-21. Pray that outpouring God will giveofus Day 12 –4:December 7: To a fresh a mind for increase. Pray that God will reveal to us God’s Spirit resources that we already have from and that God will giveAnd us Psalm 51:2 Wash me throughly mine iniquity, wisdom to take the resources we have and create new cleanse me from my sin. Psalm 51:7 Purge me with resources bringbe them intoWash a newme, leveland of fullness.

Pray hyssop, and or I shall clean: I shall be that the 40 Days in the Word will be established in faith whiter than snow. Mark 2:22b …: but new wine must be and that will see an increase of disciples for our Lord Jesus putChrist. into new bottles.

PRAYER: Lord, Isaiah I pray52:7, for times of refreshing Your Day 16 Read: Romans 10:14, Acts as 20:28, Word and Holy Spirit’s presence cleanse and renew me.

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Day 13 – December 8: their To beneeds served by visionary Pray for wisdom and direction and Godly friends.

Pray Psalm 78:24 And had rained down manna upon themthat to Pastor is strengthen and that he boldly walks in the eat, And had given them of the corn of heaven. authority that God has given him. Cover their marriages Habakkuk 2:1 I will stand upon my watch, and set me and family and be mindful of their much needed intimate upon the tower, And that will we watch see and what he will time together. Pray will to honor adore our say unto me, And I shall answertowhen I amofferings reproved. precious Ladywhat Dorrie.

Be mindful sow love to Proverbs Pastor! 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

Day 17: Read Psalm 133:1, 1 Corinthians 14:40, 1 Timothy 2: 1-3. Pray that the clergy and of church leaders PRAYER: Father, Giver vision, helpwill mebe tounified hear andvoice on one accord.Your PrayWord. that God givesand His motivate leaders wisdom, Your through Mold me knowledge and understanding.

Pray that church leaders to chase Your vision for my life and the vision You have and obey the voice of God and dependAdolph on Himand for forwill myhear Church.

Answer the prayers of Pastor guidance, direction, and help to make sound Godly the leaders of Antioch; give them a clear and passionate decisions. Pray that all things be done decent and in order. vision.

Help the vision to stick on the hearts and minds Pray also that clergy and leadership stay submitted to the of this that we might win the race with visioncongregation that God gave– Pastor Adolph.

You! Thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven.

Day 18: Read Joshua 24:15, 1 Corinthians 13: 1-8, Mark

Day – December 9: ToEphesian be a habitation for God’s7: 110:146-9, Proverbs 18:22, 1:5, 1 Corinthians presence 16. Pray for marriages and family. Plead the blood of Jesus Psalm Be thou my habitation, over71:3 our marriages andstrong families and quenchwhereunto every fiery I may continually resort: Thou given commandment dart of anger, bitterness, rage,hast unforgiveness, hurt and

to save me; For thou art my rock and my fortress.

pain. Declare whole household salvation! Cancel every Ephesians 2:22 In whom ye also are builded together diabolical assignment the enemy has sent against marriage for an habitation Godofthrough and family.

Bind theofspirit divorce the and Spirit. confess1that Corinthians Know ye not that day ye are the Confess temple of marriages and3:16 families grow stronger by day.

God,there and isthat the excitement, Spirit of Godpassion, dwelleth you? that a fresh zeal,inlove and2 Corinthians 6:16b …for ye are the temple of the living courtship in marriages.

God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in Day 19:and ReadI will Jeremiah 29:God, 11-14,and Isaiah 34:16, them; be their they shall1be my Corinthians people. 7:8, Isaiah 54:5. Pray for Single, Divorced and Widowed! Pray that the Lord will fill them with the knowledge of His will through spiritual wisdom and to PRAYER: Heavenly Father, all I ask for Your presence understanding, that they will be strengthen with all power fill the atmosphere so that we can hear You speak and according to God’s glorious might. Pray that they have see You work in my life. I pray for my family and great endurance and patience. Pray that they be delivered friends by name; and I ask You to reveal Yourselfand to from all hurt, pain, abuse, unforgiveness, bitterness each of us and make us Your dwelling place. grief from past relationships.

Day20: 15 –Read December 10:1 Samuel To value integrity Day Psalm 91, 1:19-28, Proverbs 1: 8-9, Proverbs Psalm forseeth; our 1 Samuel22:6, 16:7b …for127, theIsaiah Lord 44:3; seeth54:13, not asPray man children andon that will beappearance, willing and obedient. for mansafety looketh thethey outward but the Pray that they walk in the favor of God and man.

Pray for a Lord looketh on the heart. Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy good understanding, clarity of thought and mind and high heart with all diligence; For out of it are the issues of self-esteem.

Pray5:8 forBlessed boldnessare in our declare life. Matthew the babies pure inand heart: for that they will accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. they shall see God. Ask God to send Godly friends and teachers. Declare that no weapon formed against our children shall prosper.

PRAYER: Father, I know you can thoughts Release your children into God’s handsee andmy allow Him to and knowHis them have way!completely. Help me to think on things that are lovely, things that are pure as I obey You. Allow to see95: that have changed me John from4: Day 21:others Read Psalm 1-7You Psalm 100, Psalm 150, 21-24, Galatians the inside out. 2:20. Praise and worship the LORD for keeping you throughout the fast!

Day 16 – December 11: To be cleansed from sin in our community Psalm 25:18 Look upon mine affliction and my pain; Hope Ministry - Evangelist Etha Eaglin, And forgive all my sins. Nehemiah 1:6 Let thine ear Ministry Leader now be attentive, and thine eyes open, that thou mayest hear the prayer of thy servant, which I pray before thee now, day and night, for the children of Israel thy servants, and confess the sins of the children of Israel, which we have sinned against thee: both I and my father’s house have sinned.

PRAYER: Holy God, I understand that a city or a region cannot receive Your blessings if it is built on sin and bloodshed. Lord, we humbly ask for Your mercy and Your forgiveness to be poured out in the community we live. Lord, I name these specific sins of my region that I am aware of, and I repent of them. I ask that You use me in my community wherever You desire so You are glorified and seen in our midst.

Day 17 – December 12: To experience revival Psalm 85:6 Will You not revive us again, That Your people may rejoice in You? Psalm 80:18 - 19 Then we

will not turn back from You; Revive us, and we will call Day 13: Read Daniel 6: 1-3, Joshua 1:8, Philippians 4:8, upon Your name.

Restore us, Owill Lord hosts; Colossians 3:23. Pray that God giveGod us a of spirit of Cause Your face to shine, And we shall be saved! excellence both individually and corporate as we live out God’s plans and purposes for our lives and His church. Pray

PRAYER: Father, I pray HolyCover Ghostthe revival for Sis. Sheilah Moss and for her ateam. gifts ofto sweep throughand ourexcellence community for revival to40 break administration as and we transition into days in the Word.streets, in schools, government, business, out in Your media, entertainment, and congregations – especially in Day 14: Read 34:19 Psalm 1-3, Isaiah 53: 4-5, 3 Antioch.

I askPsalm that You raise up 103: dedicated Christians Johnwill 2. Thank God for health and healing.

Declare who become a voice to reform our family, ourthat our bodies function in the wonder way that God designed community, our city, our region and our church who will them to. Pray for our immune systems to strengthen, our make a Godly difference in the lives of all who live here. arteries and blood vessels to be open and our circulatory systems to function properly. Thank God that we are Day 18 –and December righteousness and healed delivered13: fromTo alluphold pains and no diseases cleave justice to our bodies!

Psalm 89:14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Deuteronomy Your throne; Mercy and truth go before Day 15: Read 8:18, Psalm 115; 14-16, 2 Kingsface.

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ask that You would be with our leaders and work through themIsaiah as You52:7, have so many times throughout Day 16 Read: Romans 10:14, Acts 20:28, history.

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Day 19 – December To experience God’s presence precious Lady Dorrie.14: Be mindful to sow love offerings to and power Pastor!

Psalm 43:3-4 Oh, send out Your light and Your truth! Let Day 17: Read 133:1, 1 Corinthians 14:40, Timothy them lead me;Psalm Let them bring me to Your holy1 hill And 1-3. Pray that clergy andI church will beofunified to2:Your tabernacle.

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Pray that church leaders O God, my God. will hear and obey the voice of God and depend on Him for guidance, direction, and help to make sound Godly PRAYER: God, I pray that Your Spirit comes down in decisions. Pray that all things be done decent and in order. real ways my life. stay Come alongside me Prayand alsopowerful that clergy and in leadership submitted to the today and demonstrate who You are.

Show me the vision that God gave Pastor Adolph.

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PRAYER: Sovereign God, I pray that the believers in our community would a city set on a Proverbs hill and “salt Day 20: Read Psalm 91, be 1 Samuel 1:19-28, 1: 8-9, Proverbs Psalm 127, IIsaiah 44:3; 54:13, Pray for our and light”22:6, to the world. ask that we would influence children safety with and that they will be willing and obedient. other nations righteousness.

I pray You give me Pray that they walk in the favor of God and man.

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Release your children into God’s hand and allow Him to have His way!

Day 21 – December 16: To continue to seek God first Psalm those know100, Your name willJohn put4: Day 21:9:10 ReadAnd Psalm 95: who 1-7 Psalm Psalm 150, their trust in You; ForPraise You, Lord, have not 21-24, Galatians 2:20. and worship the forsaken LORD for keeping youseek throughout the fast! 29:13 And you will seek those who You. Jeremiah Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart. 1 Chronicles 29:13 “Now therefore, our God, We thank You And praise Your glorious name. Colossians Hope Ministry - Evangelist Etha Eaglin, 3:2 Set your mind on things above, not on things on the Ministry Leader earth. Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

PRAYER: Father God, thank You for these last 21 days of focusing on You. Thank You for the promise that You will be found when I seek You. Thank You that You don’t hide from me but that You constantly draw me near to You. Please put a hunger and thirst in my soul for You Lord. You are so amazing, so forgiving, and so good. I am committing to seek after You with all my heart from this day forward. Lord, may I put You first and seek Your face daily. I love you Lord and I want to love and know you more.

YOU DID IT!! YOU HAVE COMPLETED THIS SEASON OF FAST FORWARD!! GIVE GOD THE GLORY FOR THE VICTORY! PURPOSE IN YOUR HEART TO GO FORWARD!!!

The Daniel Fast and Your Health The purpose of the spiritual fasting is to consecrate (set aside) a specific period of time to draw closer to God to hear from Him. A powerful side benefit of the Daniel Fast is the improvement in health that most people experience.

The Daniel Fast is a plant-based eating plan with the only beverage being water. When the bodies that God designed and created are fed the good quality foods He created especially for it improvements in health result. The high fiber in the fruit, vegetables and whole grains cleanses the body and improves digestion. It's not uncommon for cholesterol levels to drop, for blood sugar levels to balance, for weight to be lost and for a general feeling of well-being to be experienced.

Anytime you make a significant change in your diet or exercise, consult your health professional. Also, if you have special health needs consider adjusting the eating plan to meet those requirements while maintaining the other restrictions for the fast.

More liquids, less weight...

If you haven't been drinking enough water, your body may have developed a pattern of storing water. This water retention equals extra unwanted weight.

By increasing fluids during the Daniel Fast, you are flushing out toxins and teaching your body that it no longer needs to store water. Drink hot water with lemon slices throughout your day, especially before eating, to help reduce fluid retention. Be sure the water is filtered and free from chemicals.

Love those hunger pangs!

So often when we have hunger pangs, we rush for snacks or something that will make it go away. But some little insights about hunger pangs may have you making a different choice.

I love this one: hunger pangs actually mean that your body is using stored fat in our body. So if you want to lose some weight during the Daniel Fast, then welcome those hunger pangs.

Dehydration often sends a message that "reads" like hunger. So instead of grabbing a snack . . . go for a tall glass of filtered water!

Finally, hunger pangs often pass after a few minutes. So when you sense hunger . . . wait it out.

READ THE LABELS I know you are probably really tired of hearing me scream, "READ THE LABEL" when reading through the blog. I started exclaiming the anthem after answering hundreds of questions that required the writer to read the label to find out what ingredients were included in the prepared food they were considering.

So a new habit for those of us on the Daniel Fast is to READ THE LABEL so we can learn the ingredients included in the food inside the box, bag, can or jar. We are not so concerned about the nutritional list. But we are very concerned about the ingredients to make sure there are no sweeteners, dairy products or chemicals included in the food.

Remember, this is a fast!

It's important to keep in mind that we are on a fast, which is restricting food for spiritual purposes. So while we can eat as much food as we want and any time we want . . . we want to keep in mind that we are fasting.

I encourage people to stick with three modest Daniel Fast meals and one or two small Daniel Fast snacks. The average-sized adult should drink about 1/2 gallon of filtered water each day.

What if I have health issues?

Fasting should never bring harm to the body. And if you have concerns, be sure to consult your health professional before going on the Daniel Fast or making any major dietary change.

The Daniel Fast is a very healthy way to eat! So health professionals will support this eating plan, but might suggest a few modifications if you have health issues that need special attention. For example, pregnant and nursing mothers might get instructions to add fish, chicken and cheese into the Daniel Fast, but otherwise stay the course. Diabetics may need to add more carbohydrates or include chicken and fish. Also, those who are especially active either through sports, bodybuilding or vocation may need to slightly alter the eating plan