Why do we Pray?
We believe in the power of prayer and fasting as a practice to build deeper relationship with God. As we draw near to God, we find ourselves aligned with His heart and good plans for us.
Apps and Tools
There are a range of apps and tools available to help you create space and guide you in prayer - here are some of our favourites.
Why do we Fast?
The goal of fasting is to draw nearer to God.
It's about eliminating distractions for a spiritual purpose and enables us to celebrate the goodness and mercy of God. It helps prepare our hearts for all the good things God desires to bring into our lives.
Fasting should present a level of challenge, but it is very important to seek God in prayer and follow what the Holy Spirit leads you to do.
Practical Tips for a Successful Fast
Consider the power of a made-up mind
One of the greatest keys with fasting, is to make a decision before we start how long we’ll fast for. Writing your commitment down, telling others for accountability, and planning your diary well to avoid tempting situations all help to stick to your decision.
Decide to keep going
If you break your fast or forget you're fasting for a moment, don’t let that stop you. Just pick up from where you had your ‘pause’ moment and keep pressing into God.
Don't over-commit
A marathon runner can’t just turn up to the race without any training. It’s best to start with small runs to prepare the body. In the same way, we should start small, start short, with fasting – our bodies require conditioning to it. Once we’ve succeeded at a one-day fast, the prospect of a three-day fast becomes far less daunting.
Prepare well in the kitchen
It’s a great idea to be well prepared in the kitchen before the fast begins. Why not prepare some meals in advance, particularly if you’re responsible for providing meals for your family. Or maybe you need to stock up on all the essential Daniel Fast foods so you can avoid the supermarkets on your fasting days.
Chat with your doctor before you fast
We recommend that you consult with your doctor or health professional before taking part in any fast; especially if you have a medical condition, take medication, are pregnant or nursing. All children and youth need to consult with their parents or caregivers if they are taking part in fasting. On completing the fast, we advise that you don't rush back into eating the regular foods you ate before the fast, as it may cause some minor discomfort in your body.