DANIEL FAST 2020
~The Daniel Fast is biblically-based. (Daniel 1:1-21) The Focus: shall
be “Lifestyle Change”-which consists of the longevity of 40 days Maximum, where one agrees to
“Fast, Pray, Meditate, and read scriptures, striving to pray 3 times per day
(morning, noon, and Evening prior to bed}
Option: For Beginners: make a
concerted effort to stay with it for at least 7 days, If you make it to
that mark, then push for 14 days, Great
In the midst of travailing. Then continue to “Go Forth!” To 21 days,
28, 35 days, If you become more motivated/inspired/excited-You might just reach
the finish line of the totality of 40 days. Congratulations!!! YOU DID IT!!!!
THE REASON AND GOAL OF PRAYING:
• Renewal and
Restoration
• Connected to the
“Right Relationship w/God
• Diligently
striving to always-“Practice His Presence”
PRAYER W/FASTING:
Know This>Fasting is one of the utmost “Keys” of Prayer. The most
serious matters to be conscious of; is that it calls for unusual sacrifice with
a focus on devotion, dedication, commitment, and steadfastness on the daily
walk of life for a good healthy exercise routine.
God reveals thru the prophet Joel, who commanded his people to return
to him “with all your heart…the act of fasting, weeping and mourning.
Also, Jesus at the onset of his
earthly ministry prepared Himself for the challenges ahead, by committing to 40
days of fasting {Mt 4:2}. One should become conscious and more aware of the process
of denying self. When you deny self of the daily demands of the flesh and
instead focus all the attention on God. Done through: Keeping God in
'front-of-mind-consciousness' and always endeavor to "Practice The
Presence of The Lord."
It
is then one can go more deeply and intently into being “prayer focus”. The
ultimate outcome is for God to get the ‘Glory’. When times of difficulty,
strain, stress, anxiety, even depression raises its ugly head-but thru prayer
you can make the connection to God for the manifestation of the
“break-through”. Thus one being thankful is when the Glorification to God kicks
in. The Hebrew word hallelujah is the command to
Hallel (praise) Yah (the Lord). Therefore, Let’s
“Praise The Lord!!!”
As we all fast, pray, and meditate together it means we’re united in
appealing to God and has an expectation of hearing from Him. When it is done in
all sincerity God consistently honors it.
Remarks: During the daily routine,
include in our prayer, the asking of the Lord to: “To help us to be more
obedient to him; comprehend the importance of forgiveness, and to help all of
we grasp the full understanding, of what it means, to Trust Him, Depend on him,
Lean on him, and know he, and he alone; is the Source for all your needs
As we read and re-read, (Daniel
1:1-21 it shall become crystal clear, the approach, and the reason, why Daniel
choose to follow God’s revelations and instructions, rather than King
Nebuchadnezzar’s mandate to eat kosher meats from the pantry and drinks branded
wine from the king’s cellar. Instead, Daniel chooses to have pulse and water {fruits, veggies, grain, fiber,
oats, nuts, etc, and protein. Also, drink
alkaline water. {I.e. smart water or core water, found at Sam’s and other major
retail food chain stores}
Other suggested Scriptures: Galatians 5:22-26, {But
the fruits of the spirit…} Isaiah 61:1-4, [the spirit of the Lord…} Isaiah
58:12 {the repairer of the breach}
The Keys & Core Values of Daniel Fast Lifestyle Change:
• Spiritual Nutrition>Feed the body and nourish
the mind, body & soul
• Provide the impetus to feed & bolster your
“Inner Peace”
• Enhance mental and emotional well-being-end
results “Contentment”
• Holy
Grail-It shall Detox/Cleanse the body/Purify the blood cells, Rebuild the
tissues, and then to Heal & aid in the cure of certain maladies
[undesirable and/or disordered condition} within the body
•
Brief Glimpse concerning Insights and
Spiritual Intel about Daniel
Daniel save Solomon; possessed a special dispensation of blessings
bestowed upon him from almighty God. Which gifted him with a keen mind and
insights, as he was anointed with extraordinary wisdom, knowledge and
understanding, and the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles and solve
very difficult problems?
Daniel being full of such wisdom, knowledge & understanding made
him much more aware regards what the King ordered them to eat was not
‘on-point’ nutritionally, nor was it very healthy. Therefore, he stood Stanch in his belief, Bold in the Spirit with the Lord. He
was resolute and determined to partake & consume the Graze of the land & the earth plants and trees. Daniel
requested pulse to be brought to him {fruits
& veggies} to eat and water to drink.
Note: As we continue to read the scriptures daily we will soon see the
Divine outcome and results that Daniel obtained. This influences the King to
recant and/or reverse himself regards his original order for food consumption
for everybody. To God Be The Glory!
Suggestions for daily meals:
Breakfast:
FRUIT Servings:
Fresh fruits: example/; melon, red grapes, cherries, strawberries,
kiwi, apples, other cantaloupes, etc. Note: always eat fruit first
Protein: Boil eggs, Grain, Oats, Nuts, Oatmeal {Old Fashion type} top
with w/walnuts, blue berries, slice bananas, soy milk, brown sugar, or agave
nectar,
Juices: O.J., apple, pear, mango, grapefruit, cranberry, Beet Juice, etc.
Nutritional Smoothie: 8 oz Soy milk,
w/scoop of Super Green powder mix, add frozen Blue bry, Strawberry,
peaches, mango {2-3 pieces each} blend and drink-this shall give you over 32-38
superfoods & dairy/gluten-free robotics
**Add-on: Green tea w/lemon and honey or agave
Example of Alternate suggestion light breakfast meal: {poached egg, or
hard-boiled egg, red grapes, or kiwi and Apple Juice
NOTE: Always feel free, and at ease to add
appropriate fruits and veggies
SNACKS {in-between meals}
Nuts {walnuts, almonds, cashews w/dry raisins},Dry or Fresh Fruit {i.e.
apples, mango, cherries, melon, Banana, etc.
Dried Fruits {figs, blue-berry, cranberry, dates, etc.
LUNCH:
~Green garden salad {mix romaine lettuce, kale, arugula, baby spinach
& cherry tomato}
~Add dry fruit, sprinkle w/ oregano powder, sea salt & pepper
{crushed red or cayenne} to taste, top w/light ranch dressing or Olive Oil
& vinegar
~Baked small red potatoes, or sautéed w/Olive Oil, sweet onions and
green bell peppers, sea salt, and blk pepper to taste
~Steam veggies {broccoli, cauliflower, collards & kale etc.
~Nutritional Smoothie: Scoop of {See details under Breakfast}
DINNER:
~Large bowl green garden salad or large bowl of steamed veggies
A suggested list of Veggies:
Veggies can also be sautéed
>Broccoli, Carrots, spinach, cabbage, collards & kale cook
together, mustard & turnips, fresh Okra w/sauteed onions, bell peppers and
cherry tomatoes.
Add spices and herb to taste {Herbs.>sweet onions, bell peppers,
green onions, also seasonings as cumin, turmeric, ginger, dash seasoning etc..
Soups: can be consumed Such as Lentil, Vegetable,
and Tomato basil. Etc
Other Fiber Alternatives: Black Beans, Red Beans, Pinto
Beans
WATER:
Drink plenty of water during the day try to consume alkaline water
You can buy Smart bottled water {Wal-Mart, Wal-greens. Food4less, etc.
If not Just boil tap water. Add lemon, lime, or cucumber, chill and
drink
Remarks: Outcome derived
• Weight control
and/or weight loss management
• Help manage Blood
HP, Diabetes, & Cholesterol
• Countenance &
appearance: skin fresh, clear & pure, nails and hair experience healthy
growth
• Feelings and
emotions: calm, peaceful, restful and contentment
• Find inner Peace:
good reflection. Live your values, find, follow, embrace your purpose in life
• Promote peace,
and bring peace to the forefront as you touch & agree with w/others
Compiled/structured/edited
by: Bishop Steve Braxton
Health & Wellness Practitioner, Life
Coach, Critical Writer, Global Internet blogger & Best Selling Author of Non-Fiction Books, Anthology of
poetry, and Memoirs
ALSO
Founder,
Marketplace Outreach Ministries, and National Clergy Fellowship
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