During the 40 days of Lent many people do a fast. Giving up something for lent like chocolate or a bad habit does not get us closer to God.
There is something called “The Daniel Fast” that many pastors do that we can do also. And is used instead of the 3-day fast, for extended period of time. The key is spiritual renewal.
We can fast for personal spiritual renewal, seek to draw closer to God and deepen our relationship with Him.
The Daniel fast is a 21-day inspired dietary plan based on the biblical story of Daniel. And involve-abstaining from animal products, process foods, and other specific items, with the focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes.
But Daniel fast is rooted in the book of Daniel, particularly Daniel 1:8-14 and Daniel 10:2-3, where Daniel and his companion chose to eat vegetables and drink water instead of the kings, rich foods and wine.
The purpose was often undertaken as a form of spiritual discipline, prayer, and seeking God‘s guidance, rather than slowly as a weight loss method.
Included are lists of the foods to eat, and foods to avoid. If you are interested in trying a Daniel Fast.
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