What is the Daniel Fast? How do you prepare for it?

To deepen our spiritual connection with God through intentional prayer, worship, and fasting, following the example of Daniel’s commitment in the Bible.

Inspired by Daniel 10:2-3, the Daniel Fast invites participants to a 21-day journey of spiritual devotion and renewal. During this time, we focus on spiritual food—fervent and focused prayer—over physical indulgences, setting aside meats, sweets, alcohol, caffeine, and bread to draw closer to God. This fast is designed to help us grow in faith, strengthen our dependence on God, and develop a more disciplined spiritual life.
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Book Resource: The Daniel Way: 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer to Reboot Your Entire Being
  • Prayer Schedule: Join us for daily prayer times at 9:00 AM, Noon, and before bedtime.
  • Scripture Guidance: Specific Bible verses will accompany each prayer time to encourage reflection and devotion.
  • Nutritional Guidelines: Comprehensive instructions on what to eat and avoid during the fast are provided to help participants stay aligned with the principles of the fast.
  • Additional Resources: Explore extra references, devotional materials, and tips to support you through the 21 days.

Resources

What To Eat
  • Whole Grains (Brown rice, oats, quinoa, whole grain pasta, whole wheat, wild rice)
  • Beans and legumes (Black beans, black-eyed peas, great nothern beans, peanuts, split peas)
  • Nuts and seeds (almonds, brazil nuts, nut butters, pecans)
  • Vegetables (All vegetables are allowed [fresh, frozen, dried, juiced, and canned])
  • Fruit (All fruit is allowed [fresh, frozen, dried without added sugar, juiced, and canned])
  • Oils (Used minimally to saute' not deep-fry - Coconut, olive, sesame)
  • Other
    • Unleavened bread (whole grain made without yeast, sugars, or preservatives)
    • All herbs, spices, seasonings
    • Soy products (edamame, soy nuts, and tofu)
    • Beverages (Water, 100% fruit juice in recipes, unsweetened non-dairy milk (almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk)
What To Avoid
  • Animal Products (meat, dairy, fish, eggs)
  • Added Sugar (Agave nectar, artificial sweetners, brown sugar, corn syrup, honey, raw sugar)
  • Yeast (leavened bread)
  • Refined grains (White flour and white rice)
  • Processed food (Foods that contain artificial flavorings, chemicals, food additives, and preservatives)
  • Deep-fried food (chips, french fries)
  • Solid fats (Butter, lard, margarine, and shortening)
  • Chocolate
  • Caffeinated and alcoholic beverages - (Alcohol, coffee, caffeinated tea, and energy drinks)
Resources
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Prayer and Scriptures
9AM Scriptures
  • Prayer
  • Read or Say out loud the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13)
  • Scripture to read before Prayer:
    • John 3:30
    • Daniel 10:2-3
    • Lamentations 3:22
    • 1 Peter 1:16
12Noon Scripture
  • Prayer
  • Scripture to read before Prayer:
    • Romans 12:1-2
    • Ephesians 6:10-18
Before Bed
  • Prayer
  • Read or Say out loud the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13)
  • Scripture to read before Prayer:
    • Isaiah 45:2-3
    • Luke 2:36-37
    • Nehemiah 1:4

Join Us for the Daniel Fast – Stay Connected with Daily Encouragement!

As we embark on the Daniel Fast together, we encourage you to stay engaged by downloading Orchard Knob’s app to receive daily Bible Plan notifications and access all of our Daniel Fast resources right from your phone!
How to Get Started:
  1. Download the Church App – Visit the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and search for Orchard Knob's App.
  2. Enable Notifications – Once installed, open the app, navigate to Settings, and turn on Daniel Fast Daily Notifications to receive Scripture and encouragement each day.
  3. Access Resources on the Go – From the app, you can easily view the Bible Plan, fasting guidelines, prayer focus, and more at any time.
By using the app, you’ll have everything you need to stay spiritually nourished and encouraged throughout the fast—right at your fingertips!
Download the app today and let’s seek God together during this time of fasting and prayer! 🙏

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