PRAYERS, FASTING & CONSECRATION GUIDELINES

FAITHWALK2DAY MINISTRIES CORPORATE PRAYERS & FASTING GUIDELINES

What:                          5 Days of Prayer, Fasting, and Consecration

Dates(s):                      Monday, March 1, 2016 – Sunday, March 2016

Holy Communion:       Sunday, March 6, 2016@ 12 Midnight

This is a time for the us to rededicate our lives to God through prayer, fasting, and consecration. For the next 5 days, we will dedicate our time and focus on pursuing after God by limiting our fleshly desires and increasing our spiritual disciplines.

“And I set my face unto the Lord God, to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting, and sackcloth, and ashes.” (Daniel 9:2, KJV).

WHAT IS FASTING:

Fasting is denying your flesh of natural desires for a period of time while devoting that time strictly to God. With the proper motive, and through fasting and prayer, the Holy Spirit can transform your life. Therefore, during this time, we ought to seek God’s face and not His hand, with a broken, repentant, and contrite heart.

“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:14, KJV).

THE PURPOSE OF THIS FAST (not limited to):

·         For spiritual revival and increased faith

·         For spiritual growth and direction

·         For the saving and restoration of souls

·         For personal breakthroughs and deliverances

·         For the covering of our children, families, and marriages

·         For our Country, Government officials, and local community

·         For our Pastor and church family

·         READ JOEL 2:12-32

WHEN YOU FAST:

·         Focus on the Word of God.

·         Sing songs of worship and praise.

·         Increase your prayer time, and pray specifically.

·         Keep a journal during prayer and meditation times.

·         Be committed and determined to finish.

·         Use WISDOM!

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO FAST:

During our fast, YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO incorporate the Daniel Fast, if you are not physically allowed to do the traditional fast. It is very important to understand that fasting is more than just abstaining from food, but it is an act of self-denial, for the purpose of strengthening our spirit-man. Therefore, ensure that your heart, attitude, and motives are pure and pleasing to the Lord during this time of fasting.

NOTE: If you are on medication please follow your prescription instructions during the days of fasting. Use wisdom and consult your doctor.

Fasting Times:             12:00AM – 6:00PM (during every fast day)

Absolutely no eating food or drinking water during fast time. Water will be the only exception if needed.

Bible Reading:            Monday – Friday (2 Chapters per day)

The Gospel of John

Corporate Prayer:    Monday – Saturday (6:30AM – 7:30AM)

                                    Monday, Wednesday, Friday (11:00PM – 12:30AM)

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 THINGS TO AVOID DURING THE FASTING:

·         No social media activity or posting, i.e., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram…etc.

·         No internet access, unless for work, school, biblical study, or to listen to/watch sermons, gospel songs or programs.

·         No video games.

·         No movies, programs, or realty shows that promote drugs, lust, violence, fornication, adultery, horror, or any other ideas that strengthen the flesh.

·         Limit your daily television entertainment time.

·         No baked goods, processed breads, sweets or candies, i.e., cakes, pies, chips, ice cream, etc.

·         No sugar, raw sugar, honey, syrup, canned or bottled juice, sugary drinks, soda, coffee, energy drinks, etc.

·         No meats, including, but not limited to beef, lamb, and pork.

·         No fried or deep fried foods.

·         No dairy products such as milk, cheese, cream, butter, or eggs.

·         No shortening, margarine, lard, or foods with high fat.

·         No white rice, white flour, white bread, or foods that contain artificial preservatives.

SUGGESTED FOODS TO EAT DURING FASTING:

·         Poultry: Chicken, turkey (baked or broiled) ONLY ON SALADS.

·         Fish: (baked or broiled).

·         All Fruits: Fresh, frozen, dried, or canned. Fruits include, but not limited to, fruit salads, apples, bananas, berries, cherries, cantaloupe, grapefruit, grapes, honeydew melon, kiwi, lemons, mangoes, nectarines, tangerines, oranges, peaches, pears, pineapples, plums, raisins, and watermelon.

·         All Vegetables: Fresh, frozen, dried, or canned. Vegetables include, but not limited to, vegetable salads, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, greens, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, kale, lettuce, mushrooms, onions, parsley, potatoes, scallions, spinach, squashes, sweet potatoes, yams, tomatoes, and zucchini.

·         All Whole Grains: Including, but not limited to, whole wheat (bread), brown rice, oats, barley, grits, whole wheat pastas, tortillas, rice cakes, and popcorn (no butter).

·         All Nuts and Seeds: Including, but not limited to, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachios, sunflower seeds, cashews, peanuts, sesame, and walnuts.

·         Peas and Beans: Canned or dried. Peas and Beans include, but not limited to, pinto beans, split peas, black eyed peas, kidney beans, black beans, and white beans.

·         Beverages: Spring or distilled water, 100% all-natural fruit or vegetable juices. Protein and smoothie drinks (ONLY if they are sugar-free, dairy-free and chemical-free).

·         Other Items: Seasonings, salt, herbs, and spices for cooking ONLY.