Fasting

In preparation for a Sacred Assembly, a period of fasting and prayer is suggested.

Why should I fast?

According to the teaching Isaiah 58 (NIV), fasting, together with humility and contrition, works on your own spirit to help you become more sensitive to the Lord's voice and leading. Fasting does not change God; fasting changes you.

Are there different kinds of fasts?

Yes, there are three basic fasts:

1. The Normal Fast: going without any food (solid or liquid); drinking water only.
   (Matthew 4:2 NIV)
2. The Partial Fast: going without certain foods; usually taking only liquid nourishment or sometimes employing a diet of plain foods: for example, oatmeal, no meats, no sweets. (Daniel 10:1-3 NIV)
3. The Absolute Fast: going without any food (solid or liquid) or water.
   (Esther 4:16 NIV)

What kind of fast should I do?

The fast you choose is up to you and your physical ability. If you are on medication or have a physical condition requiring that you eat, the partial fast should be your choice. If you are young, healthy, or accustomed to fasting, the normal fast can be your choice. No one should attempt an absolute fast beyond three days.

What should I do during a normal fast?

• Drink a lot of water. Avoid coffee, tea, and "so-called" soft drinks (sodas). If you do not have a filter (you should buy one). You can purchase distilled water by the gallon. Squeeze a little lemon into it if you desire to help cut through toxins and help your body to eliminate them.
• Get plenty of rest.
• Avoid or at least limit television.
• Spend more time reading your Bible and meditating on its truth.
• Focus your prayer. Pray about finding your place in God's Plan as a prayer warrior and on God's preparation of his people in Boston to be a people of destiny.

What should I do during a partial fast?

• Drink a lot of water. Avoid coffee, tea, and "so-called" soft drinks (sodas). If you do not have a filter (you should buy one). You can purchase distilled water by the gallon. Squeeze a little lemon into it if you desire to help cut through toxins and help your body to eliminate them.
• Eat naturally. You should seek to eat your food in its most natural state. Avoid process, fried, salty, and snack foods. We suggest raw fruits and vegetables, steamed vegetables, and the like. Drink natural 100% fruit or vegetable juices.
• Avoid or at least limit television.
• Spend more time reading your Bible and meditating on its truth.
• Focus your prayer. Pray about finding your place in God's Plan as a prayer warrior and on God's preparation of his people in Boston to be a people of destiny.

What should I do during an absolute fast?

• Remember — No one should attempt an absolute fast beyond three days!
• Get plenty of rest.
• Avoid or at least limit television.
• Spend more time reading your Bible and meditating on its truth.
• Focus your prayer. Pray about finding your place in God's Plan as a prayer warrior and on God's preparation of his people in Boston to be a people of destiny.

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