Why We Fast
Our Purpose
To seek God and unite the body of WGBC in prayer and fasting, and to develop a culture of continuous, consistent, and constructive prayer. We, the WGBC body of believers, commit to the 40-Day Family Consecration Fast.
Fasting, when combined with prayer, has proven to be one of the greatest spiritual resources available to maximize definition, direction, and development in your spiritual life. A successful fast usually depends on approaching God with the right attitudes and motives.
Pray Together
The Prayer Line
Consecration Period
40 days, completed over 8 weeks.
Fasting Hours
6 a.m.–6 p.m. for those with medical or dietary restrictions. All day (24 hrs.) for others.
How to Engage
Focus & Engagement
Give yourself to four things during the fast: prayer, fasting, exercise, and meditation. Add 30 minutes or more of physical activity and/or a healthy eating plan each day.
Choose Your Fast
The Types of Fast
Soul Fast
Renews the gates to our soul by reducing influences that program the mind, will, and emotions. Refrain or reduce: television, social media, secular music, and technology.
Tips
Spend time in devotion. Replace technology with family time, reading, or exercise. Only use technology if it's work-related or an emergency. Increase your intake of the Word by reading, listening to messages, and gospel music.
Daniel Fast
Increases awareness and sensitivity to the Spirit by denying the appetite of the flesh. Eat vegetables and fruits; drink water only. No alcoholic beverages.
Tips
Spend the time you'd use preparing meals in prayer, Bible study, and meditation. Eat fruits and vegetables in moderation. Drink lots of water and detox your body. Eat to live — don't live to eat!
Complete Fast (Water Only)
The most common complete fast, allowing only water — or sometimes water with electrolytes.
Juice / Liquid Fast
A variation where nutrient-rich liquids like fresh juices or broth are allowed, providing more energy than water alone.
Daniel Fast
Foods to Eat
- Fruits — fresh, frozen, canned, and dried.
- Vegetables — fresh, frozen, and canned.
- Beans & legumes — your main source of protein.
- Nuts, seeds & oils — healthy fats to keep you full.
- Whole grains
- Water — drink plenty throughout the day.
Stay Safe
Safety & Breaking the Fast
Safety. Consult a doctor before starting, especially for longer fasts or if you have a health condition.
Breaking the fast. Start slowly with easily digestible foods like broth and cooked vegetables to avoid digestive distress.
Please note: Certain medical conditions require consultation with your physician. Before beginning any fast, please consult your physician.
There is a season, a time appointed, for everything — and a time for every purpose under heaven.Ecclesiastes 3:1 AMP
Questions
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