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                                     Day Daniel Fast 2019 Guide

At New Season, we make it a priority to seek God first through prayer and fasting. We do this
collectively as a church for 21 days at the beginning of each year. Together, we faithfully seek God
first, trusting in Him alone to create lasting impact in our lives, our church along with our
community, and our world.

WHEN:
January 7: Begin the “Daniel Fast”

January 27: End the “Daniel Fast! (21-day participants)

WHAT:
The Daniel Fast is a partial fast, which means that we will eliminate select foods from our daily diet.
*If you have any known medical conditions or suspect such conditions, consult your doctor before
beginning the fast and follow your doctors orders. Consider fasting from television and/or social
media.

Fasting is to voluntarily abstain from eating/drinking for an extended period of time. You may
experience many benefits from fasting (cleansing your body, breaking food, coffee & soda
addictions, etc.), but the goal of fasting is to experience God in a deeper way. Right now your life
may be all about you, what you want, and when you want it. Imagine if you separate yourself from
your perceived needs (such as food)...you may see that life is all about Him.

READ
Daniel 10:3

Instructions:
1. Fasting begins on January 7 and ends on January 27. (21 days)

2. You may choose to fast from:

         6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

         6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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PREPARE YOUR HEART:
In 2 Chronicles 7:14, God appears to Solomon and explains that if His people are going through a
hard time, they should seek Him and follow His ways. Then, He will hear their prayers and heal
them. Be willing to hear what God says needs to change, and be willing to change. Don’t continue
to sin. What are the paths He wants you to walk? How much does He want you to pray and read
His Word? Tell God that you surrender your life to Him and that you want more of Him and His
way.

PREPARE YOUR MOTIVES:
Ephesians 1:3 says that there are spiritual blessings assigned to us. We can never exhaust them!
Who knows what God wants to give you or show you? Maybe He wants to bestow gifts such as
wisdom, anointing, prayer power, healing power, teaching power, joy, or encouragement. When
you eliminate things that are keeping you from focusing on God, He is able to show you things
about your life that you never knew.

PREPARE YOUR SCHEDULE:
Decide where you will meet with God, what and when you will eat, and how you will spend your
time differently. Remember, the fast is about communing with God, so don’t fill your time with
distractions that will keep you from feeling hungry. Create a plan and commit to spending more
time with the Lord.

THE QUESTION IS NOT “TO EAT OR NOT TO EAT”:
As you continue to fast, you will realize that you don’t experience hunger pains as often as you
thought you would. Without a preoccupation with food, you will be surprised at your ability to be
sustained for a number of days without eating select foods and how you will take advantage of
your time to seek Jesus more diligently. There is no magic in simply missing meals in the name of
spirituality. The important thing to remember is to hear God speak and obey what you hear.

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INCREASE YOUR PRAYER TIME DURING THE FAST:
Seek Him, give Him a listening ear and the quality time He deserves. He will constantly separate
you from dependence on the world. Consequently, your time alone with Him may become more
frequent than you originally planned, and needless to say, your prayer life will greatly improve.
How appropriate that Jesus and Moses spent extensive time in the desert alone with God. It is
ironic that the Hebrew name for desert is madbar, meaning “to speak.” You will hear His voice
throughout the day in a powerful way. Wisdom will cry out to you in the streets. As the stars in
heaven declare the glory of God, so every corner will reveal to your willing soul the mysteries of
His Kingdom that have been withheld from the rulers of this age (Proverbs 8:1-3, Psalm 19, and 1
Corinthians 2:7). Expect to hear Him loud and clear.

FOODS TO INCLUDE
All fruits. These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned. Fruits include but are not limited to
apples, apricots, bananas, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, cantaloupe, cherries,
cranberries, figs, grapefruit, grapes, guava, honeydew melon, kiwi, lemons, limes, mangoes,
nectarines, oranges, papayas, peaches, pears, pineapples, plums, prunes, raisins, raspberries,
strawberries, tangelos, tangerines, watermelon

All vegetables. These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned. Vegetables include but are
not limited to artichokes, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower,
celery, chili peppers, collard greens, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, ginger root, kale, leeks,
lettuce, mushrooms, mustard greens, okra, onions, parsley, potatoes, radishes, rutabagas, scallions,
spinach, sprouts, squashes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, turnips, watercress, yams, zucchini, veggie
burgers (an option if you are not allergic to soy).

All whole grains. Including, but not limited to, whole wheat, brown rice, millet, quinoa, oats,
barley, grits, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat tortillas, rice cakes, and popcorn.

All nuts and seeds, including, but not limited to, sunflower seeds, cashews, peanuts, sesame. Also,
nut butters, e.g. peanut butter and almond butter.

All legumes. These can be canned or dried. Legumes include but are not limited to dried beans,
pinto beans, split peas, lentils, black eyed peas, kidney beans, black beans, cannelloni beans,
white beans.

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All quality oils. Including, but not limited to, olive, canola, grape seed, peanut, and sesame.

Beverages: Spring water, distilled water, or other pure waters.

Other: Tofu, soy products, vinegar, seasonings, salt, herbs, and spices.

FOODS TO AVOID
All meat and animal products. Including, but not limited to, beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and fish.

All dairy products. Including, but not limited to, milk, cheese, cream, butter, and eggs.

All sweeteners. Including, but not limited to, sugar, raw sugar, honey, syrups, molasses, and cane
juice.

All leavened bread, Including Ezekiel Bread (it contains yeast and honey) and baked goods.

All refined and processed food products. Including, but not limited to, artificial flavorings, food
additives, chemicals, white rice, white flour, and foods that contain artificial preservatives.

All deep fried foods. Including, but not limited to, potato chips, french fries, corn chips.

All solid fats. Including shortening, margarine, lard, and foods high in fat.

Beverages. Including, but not limited to, coffee, tea, herbal teas, carbonated beverages, energy
drinks, and alcohol.

REASOURCES:
http://www.daniel-fast.com

http://www.ultimatedanielfast.com

***Levels of Participation:

Twice in the book of Daniel, a fast is mentioned. One is for 21 days (Daniel 10:2-3) and the second
for 10 days (Daniel 1:12). We invite everyone to join us in the 21-day fast but if circumstance won’t
allow the full fast then please consider setting aside 10-days during the fast to join us in prayer
and fasting.

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Day 1: Tune-in

Scripture: John 10:22-30

       1. In this time of fasting, what is your mind tuned to?

       2. What distractions do you need to remove so that you can focus on God?

       3. Prepare your heart to hear the voice of God, and ask God to help you remove
           distractions that keep you from focusing on Him and hearing Him clearly.

Day 2: To increase in spiritual hunger and holiness

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12 and Daniel 6:10

       1. Describe your thoughts around Daniel and his commitment to the Lord.

       2. What special time will you set aside in the next 21 days to talk and listen to God?

Day 3: Unwavering in faith

Scripture: James 1:2-7

       1. What are you trusting God for in this season?

       2. How can you line up your expectations with the Word of God when you pray?

       3. Find promises in His Word that answer your need and write them down today.

Day 4: To draw close to the Lord

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-4 and Psalm 32:5

       •   It’s not until we recognize the depth of our sin that we realize the depth of God’s love.
           What sins have you minimized to ‘little mistakes’ versus acknowledging they are what
           nailed Jesus to the cross?

       •   According to Romans 2:4, what leads us to repentance?

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Day 5: Spiritual food

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

       •   How can you create time to be in God’s Word?

       •   Do you believe that it will nourish you and bring life to you?

       •   Ask God to meet you personally through this time as you seek Him. He desires to teach
           you. He delights in you.

Day 6: Cultivating spiritual hunger

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13

       •   Are you disconnected from the things that nourish your body and soul?

       •   Take time to pray and read God’s Word during the time you would normally do what
           you are fasting from. God will honor your heart and commitment.

Day 7: To worship with a whole heart

Scripture: Psalm 111:1 and Psalm 27:8

       •   How has being in God’s presence changed you?

       •   Because everything we do can be an act of worship, how does this affect your view and
           more so, your attitude about common, everyday tasks?

Day 8: To set the desire of your heart

Scripture: Psalm 27:4 and Psalm 37:4

       •   The world needs more people like Ezra. Where will you set your heart?

       •   According to Matthew 6:33, what should you seek first?

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Day 9: To walk in wisdom and revelation

Scripture: Psalm 43:3 and Ephesians 1:17-18

       •   Where have you sensed God giving you the gift of wisdom and discernment in your
           life?

       •   James tells us that God will give us wisdom if we ask. Will you ask Him for wisdom? He
           promises to give it to you when you ask.

Day 10: Reliance on God

Scripture: Romans 7:18-20

       •   Are there areas in your life causing an internal struggle?

       •   Make a decision today that you will yield to the Holy Spirit and lean on His strength, not
           your own, to overcome obstacles of sin and selfishness in your life.

       •   Surrender and release those areas to God, knowing He will help you.

Day 11: To be filled with power and purpose

Scripture: Psalm 61:3 & 5, Psalm 92:11 and Romans 15:13

       •   What areas of your life are not bearing fruit and can be pruned?

       •   Where will you find more time in your schedule to stay connected to the Vine?

Day 12: To find and fulfill your destiny

Scripture: Psalm 139:24b, Psalm 18:36, Psalm 37:23, and Psalm 44:18

       • Where do you believe God is leading you?

       • Are you willing to surrender your plan to discover and live out His plan for you?

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Day 13: To produce the fruit of the spirit

Scripture: Galatians 5:22 and 1 Corinthians 13:4

       • Which fruits do you think you bear easily and often?

       • Which fruits do you think you should ask God to help you bear more of?

Day 14: To be spiritually minded

Scripture: Romans 8:5-6

       • Ask God to show you any areas where you could use a refreshed spiritual focus.

       • Like David, in Psalm 51:10-12, pray that God will cleanse your heart, renew your spirit,
         and restore the joy of your salvation.

Day 15: To be healed and reconciled

Scripture: Psalm 107:20, Psalm 147:3, and Malachi 4:6

       • Are you in a difficult place right now?

       • How can you allow God to bring healing and reconciliation in His way and in His timing?
         Ask Him to give you spiritual eyes to see where He is working.

Day 16: To receive a fresh outpouring of God’s Spirit

Scripture: Psalm 51:2, Psalm 51:7, and Mark 2:22b

       • Do you need a fresh awareness of the Holy Spirit’s presence in your life?

       • Ask Him to fill you to overflowing.

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Day 17: Praying boldly

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26 and Ephesians 3:16-21

        • Do you approach God with timidity of confidence?

        • Seek God boldly today knowing you are fully forgiven and Jesus has made you
         righteous. When you approach God in prayer, seek a fresh revelation of who He is in
         your life.

Day 18: To be a habitation for God’s presence

Scripture: Psalm 100:3, Psalm 95:7-8, 1 Timothy 2:8, and Matthew 13:58

        • How will you play a role in bringing God’s presence to your community?

        • In what areas can you play a leadership role in providing united efforts of prayer with
         Christ followers, fighting for social justice, or showing Christ’s compassion to our
         community?

Day 19: To value integrity

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7b, Proverbs 4:23, and Matthew 5:8
        • Do you value integrity?

        • Why does God choose to look at the heart of a person?

        • How might God use your integrity to impact the people around you?

Day 20: Pride and humility

Scripture: John 16.19-22, James 4:1-10, and Psalm 23

        • In what area of your life or in what relationship do you need to ask God to grant you
         humility?

        • Is there someone you need to humbly approach and ask for forgiveness?

        • Is there an area you need to surrender to God and no longer seek your will, but to trust
         in Him for His will to be done?

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Day 21: To continue to seek God first

Scripture: Psalm 9:10, Jeremiah 29:13, 1 Chronicles 29:13, and Colossians 3:2

         • How will you continue to pray daily and seek God through Scripture now that our 21
          days of prayer and fasting are ending?

         • Will you pray daily for a hunger and a thirst to chase after God and seek His presence?

         • What will you commit to intentionally doing so that you are seeking God daily?
         • Please pray for the worship service tomorrow, February 2. Pray that this time of prayer
          and fasting will accumulate into a beautiful time of worship as we conclude with
          communion at our campuses, and Spirit Break-Out at Fair Haven Church during both
          services.

AFTER YOUR FAST
Ending your fast properly is just as important as beginning your fast properly. Just as you prepared
yourself to begin a fast, you must prepare yourself to stop or break your fast.

       • Break your fast with light foods like soup, mashed potatoes, pasta, etc.

       • Drink plenty of water

       • What new habits or disciplines do you want to keep?

       • What dreams and visions have you seen pertaining to your personal walk with the Lord or
        your ministry?

Fasting is a spiritual formation practice. Regular fasts will help you to clearly hear the voice of God,
and keep the flesh in submission. Fasting also serves as a reminder as to who is in charge of your
life. Pray and design a regime that you feel God wants for you, a system that you can be faithful to
and consistent with.

   Thank you, and may God bless you for joining in this 21-Day Prayer & Fast!

                           LET’S GO CHANGE THE WORLD!!