Your heart and mind needs to be made up to do it. I thank God for leading me to fast this year again. I have a BS and MS in CIS. The significance of prayer and fasting for 21 days, as shown in the Daniel Fast, is to draw closer to God and have a more personal relationship with Him. We have both been receiving much grace to deal negative situations at the work place, etc. What a blessing! I went and bought the fasting book. You can even have that assurance RIGHT NOW! I have never felt this from him before and I just feel a new strength because of HIM. This spiritual practice helps us begin our new year with a focus on God and what he wants for us individually and as a church. Join the PRAYING WOMAN blueprint program: https://agnesmumbiministries.comIm so excited to share some testimonies from our 21 dayS OF fasting and prayer we did in September. Your website, videos, and recipes really helped me know what to do and expect throughout the fast, and I was strengthened and encouraged by the daily videos. I woke up the morning of day 1 and was convicted to not only fast from food/drink, but to fast from TV, Facebook, and games on my phone. In fact, I used to come home from work and turn on the television, but during my fast, I couldnt wait to come home and read my Bible! But God, Hi, Tina! Right after fasting, it was clearer to me that God has everything under control. Wow, what a journey its been. Increased income was one of my husbands and my greatest needs. Ive ordered three more books for my family members and will be starting the Daniel Fast again for Lent. !, I am blessed that my entire family (husband and 3 kids one is four years old) are all doing this together. Throughout my 21 days I have seen the things that were being thrown at me from the serpent himself. I feel God is blessing us all with His true word!, Natalie Gods timing always blows my mind. I prayed for my dad every single day for 21 days of prayer. I KNOW THEY WILL HAPPEN. However I couldnt take anything else except water only and completed the 21 days fastings. Daily Prayer Topics - Week 1. What a blessing! It made all the difference in a life or death, supernaturally miraculous filled year!. Her name is Stephanie. She was told to see a surgeon for her finger but she doesnt have that much money, so continued prayers for her healing. Everyday is such a struggle and I keep praying for strength to finish strong as I started strong. My body has been renewed. Thank you! During this time of fasting, I was able to come into better contact with my physical self and felt great in my body, and thats just what I needed. During the fast I also realized that my prayers were selfish. January 4th - Seek Him. Fasting is a special mode, for unusual prayer and for showing the Giver we enjoy him more than his gifts. I couldnt wait to tell you about my fast. 239 likes, 33 comments - Moni Onibata (@moni_onibata) on Instagram: "I feel led to share this personal story This month 7 years ago, during my church's annual 21 ." I thought: God, I just knew you were going to write in the book what You wanted me to do. What a true blessing! Some of the devotionals in the 21 day Pursuit were so powerful that it felt as if it had been made just for me that day. After praying throughout this 21-Day Prayer, I received a 120 per centpay increment with a job switch. I need to be quiet before my God again and give Him the stress this season brings. I decided to seek God through prayer and fasting and thank God during the course of my fast all the bands of offense and sexual immorality were loosed in my life. As I watched, I prayed and laid hands on my fathers shirt as he was upstairs and could not watch the service. It has been a very cleansing experience and much repenting. I have finished 21 days water fasting, praise to our God. On the first day I began my fast, my husband went to pick up his paycheck and discovered hed been given a raise! If you sense the Holy Spirit urging you to obtain a copy of this book to have your faith increased to believe for a miracle of your own (or someone else you're praying and believing for), you can obtain a copy of this Psalms 96:3 book ('Declare God's glory among the nations!') May God bless you and your ministry beyond measure! © City News. Your updates, your fasting archives, and testimonies have seen me through the darkest days of my life. See you next year! Aaron. I learned to say no to king stomach and yes to the Holy Spirit. Sometimes it is difficult and other times a breeze but hold on no matter What. I submitted an online request for prayer for deliverance from besetting sins that I had recently become conscious of. Pastor Franklin brings these timely words of encouragement directly from the cherished Holy Land of Israel. Im so happy that I am finally beginning to experience freedom from such a stronghold. Physically, I am now fit and whole. I have made a commitment to make fasting a part of my regular devotions. Amen! Here is a compilation of true accountsabout how prayer and fasting helped some of City Harvest Church members overcome their mountains in life. In his semi-consciousness, he saw a man clothed in white. Thank you for the encouragement and for uplifting me during the 21 days. HEALING Clara Yeo (AZ, N408) My dad suffered a stroke and half of his body was paralyzed. . I am so thankful that I found Shades of Grace ministries, Natalie Nichols woman of GOD. We have been praying more often together and I have commended him highly for his loyalty to the fast as he has joined me in abstaining from sexual intercourse, pleasantries in foods, etc. He was trying to get me to conform to this sinful and corrupt life, but I had to quickly rebuke him upon waking up. And, yes, do use the resources provided on my website, and do send me another testimony. Its my first time to subscribe and Ive just realized how much Ive been missing from you. for righteousness, for they will be filled., Walking Through the Valley: The Scott Brodie Story, Ezra fast to seek the Lord for his guidance and direction, fasting to break bonds has blessed my entire life, God Determines Our Steps (Part One): Plans Turned Upside Down. Shades of Grace once again saw me through nine months of pregnancy. King David said, "I humbled myself with fasting" (Psalm 35:13, New King James Version; see Ezra 8:21). Just this week, I received a job offer to manage an admin team! Praying and fasting is definitely something that our family will participate in from now on. What a way to start a year! Londie, I have felt a smothering weight since the pandemic began and then my father died in the fall (not COVID), but COVID protocols made us postpone his celebration until sometime this summer. As I was praying, my dad suddenly got up and started walking downstairs! Completely set free of sinful habits that have held me for 20 yrswow! Dear Reader - are you at peace with God? I wanted to hear clearer, and be loosed from a few habits that were controlling me, especially my belly And knowing that I house the most powerful person, the Holy Spirit, I believe He, the Holy Spirit, will help me maintain, since Hes my Helper. Ill be back for 2022! Diane, Thank you for the prayer points, daily videos, and just everything that your site provides. Litia, I have a hard time doing a regular fast because it makes me feel sick from not eating, but I had heard of the Daniel Fast and thought I would look it up. At His feet,, Natalie, Thank you for that reminder and explanation about the need and privilege to fast. I also had to deal with curious friends asking why I didnt eat with them EVERYDAY, but I prayed, and I read the bible instead of lunch break. Matthew 6:33. I love the book of Nehemiah rebuilt the wall of Jerusalem for only 52 days by Gods grace and provisions. I'm Kristen Feola. Be encouraged\r\rIf you have a 21-day fasting and prayer testimony, please share it on this channel.\r\r#21dayfastingtestimonies #fasting #mumbiinspired----RELATED VIDEOS:FASTING AND PRAYER Q\u0026Ahttps://youtu.be/Pb_W2-TIrcYSIGNS OF GENERATIONAL CURSES: https://youtu.be/-l3DSkW3glgMY WEBSITE //\r\rVisit: https://agnesmumbiministries.com FREE E-BOOK: https://agnesmumbiministries.com\rSOCIAL MEDIA //\r\rJoin me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/prayingwomenwin\r\rInstagram: @agnessmumbim I heard that Pastor Franklin would be laying hands on people and praying for them during The Miracle Service. I enjoy reading them. During the fast: God had answered prayer during the fast of keeping my mind active for my class and undistracted by my stomach. Ive fasted in the past, but it wasnt a sincere fast for the right reasons. Hi! He is also reaching out to his friends, and has successfully integrated two new friends into our cell group. and its just been home/ work/ church and continual prayers. I was amazed at Natalies testimony about seeking God ALONE, giving, praying and fasting (Mathew 6: 2,5,17). To sit still with Him was amazing, I had no idea what to pray for and I told him that. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.. Thank you, Jesus. I pulled info about fasting off the internet before Christmas then was so encouraged after Thursday night to begin praying about doing it and lo and behold, today my husband expresses an interest in it. I knew that I had to attend this service. FINANCIAL & JOB BLESSINGS May the Lord bless and renew you in your service to the saints. One of my prayers was answered before I even completed 24 hours. (Matthew 6:19-21 is our assurance). Welcome to the Ultimate Daniel Fast website, which provides resources you need to make your Daniel Fast successful. Thanks and God bless!, After fasting 18 days I feel the righteousness of Christ shining like the noon day sun, and my worship is very very intense with heavy awareness and fire., I have finished my 21-day fast today. I am a freelance interior designer. While I was on the Daniel Fast, my blood sugar was in the 130-140 range. Once I finished reading Daniel, a few days later, I came across a YouTuber Im subscribed to for crafting. During worship, [I] received new power and I even wrote a song. I was excited to join Pursuit 21 this year and have grown so much in the Spirit and in the Word. That was really wonderful. I have the original book and plan to begin February 1st. My member, Angela Soh, has a brother suffering from terminal cancer. Fasting enables the Holy Spirit to reveal your true spiritual condition, resulting in brokenness, repentance and a transformed life. The Fast of Esther commemorates the day when the Jews of Persia were saved from extermination by the courageous actions of Queen Esther. I was fighting this and I still am, but nothing is more important than spending time with God. I attended the Night of Miracle Prayer at the close of Pursuit 21. I think this idea of being part of a group is very encouraging. I felt the Lords presence and hear his voice more clearly now. The Lord has done so much for me Im sure that I wasnt able to see during those 21 days. On this last day of 21 day partial fast, I sensed a decisive victory had been gained. I fasted Thursday night and went to a Bible study, and it was sooo amazing. And then my older sister told me that we should fast for 3 days, and thats what prompted me to decide to fast for 3 days. This is a huge work in my heart too, because my focus is changed from more self-supplied care to God-supplied care. Did you know that because of your heart to begin the new year with prayer and fasting, [my wife] and I joined you last year. I almost gave up fasting (into day 4) but I will . This month January 2021, I felt like the Lord lead me to read Daniel. God has answered some prayers for me, such as cycles of strongholds and habits that I could get rid of. Editorial Note: It is nothing short of amazing indeed what God in fact did do through brother C. S. Upthegrove's ministry following his encounter with the angel. He was never disrespectful in any manner toward the king and his officials but always stood firm in his faith. Im gaining a greater understanding All glory and praises to God almighty in heaven. So, I started asking for clarity, and it came to me that I was idolizing food and therefore God was not pleased with my sacrifice. And, HE has been so faithful and has given me the strength and power to stick with it. But Thanks be to GOD for this Pursuit 21. Then, I felt a recharge and affirmation of my fasting. Our marriage has serious problems, which is leaving me emotionally broken. It is something I have felt led to do, but as I said before it never worked for me. Suddenly I looked up and I saw a small light. PERSONAL BREAKTHROUGHS I want to encourage folks that in fasting once you decide to do it OR the Lord called you to do it, YOU WILL MAKE IT. I got unwell, down with flu the last 3 days of the fast. Today marks my third of prayer and fasting, trusting and believing in the Son Jesus Christ, who has been in life and forever shall He be in me. As I am typing this Tony Evans is on my TV and the title of his sermon is Fasting for Power. You are God sent to many including me. I began fasting for healing. He has since been discharged from the hospital and is now resting at home. I just wanted to thank you so very much for the message that you shared with us all tonight. Following that fast I was greatly strengthened spiritually and insisted on spending time alone with God. I certainly desire to incorporate fasting as part of my lifestyle going forward. The very things I wrote in that book happened that night. It was such a privilege to have you in my home during the videos. In addition to that I incurred a debt of $20,000. But after the fast I was completely healed. Looking forward to my new life. Its been good and today is my second days of that 21 days. I thank God, for now I can hear the Holy Spirit speak to me and direct my steps. Fasting works to create hormesis both alone and synergistically with other hormetic stressors,. Never felt so close to my father. Amen, I just finished my first 21-day fast. I want to use the second building for Sunday school, youth meetings, many functions including conferences, mens meetings, etc and preaching and teaching the Word of God. Praying Gods richest blessings on you and your ministry. Margi, Kristen, thank you for leading us on the Daniel Fast. Once again, thank you! He spoke to me so boldly and He made himself so clear to me throughout the entire day. I felt God was giving new wine skins to receive the new wine. Thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness thats new morning by morning. Hshaana, Thank you so much for your prayers and support during this journey. He wants me to work diligently during my shift. I have been waiting five years. Finally our entire family had to move into a small room renting for only $10.00 a month. Thanks also for the devotional, Miracles in the Making. I had 9 communions while at church and significant other times during the fast. Glory to God. It must be the Lord. During a 10-day liquid fast, I submitted my application again and was accepted on the 9th day. The devil tried to discourage me severely, but Jesus won him over. Either Jesus Christ died for your sins, or He didn't (He did!). I would really like to experience a time when I can draw strength from God and stop focusing on king stomach because I know king stomach has ruled my life for the most part of it and now I really want for God to be the only ruler in my life. I thank God for this fast. But now I thank the Lord Jesus Christ for the sweet victory I sensed in the spirit. Aldrich Tjahjadi (YK, W375) I fasted and prayed for a week, and a deal worth S$20,000 came in! I never had the urge ever to keep offense or indulge in sexual immorality. This is my first 21-day fasting experience, but God Almighty Himself, through the power of the Holy Spirit, was with me. Angeline Koh (AN, E469) On these fasts, I drank only water during the day and 1/2 cup diluted fruit juice or clear broth at night. I resolved at the beginning of this year to fast on the same dates as Pursuit 21. Spiritually, I am praying consistently throughout the day, have much more time to work on my recovery and understand why I have numbed myself with food my whole life, am making church a priority again. Praying and fasting is definitely something that our family will participate in from now on. I was resting in a room, which was located above the sanctuary in the back, after having been on a 40 day fast seeking the Lord for further instruction and revelation. Im certain that the Daniel Fast will continue to be a part of my journey at the beginning of every year. Cindy, I thank God for giving you this vision of the Daniel Fast. Praise the Lord for all he did in your life, physically and spiritually, as you fasted and prayed! Praise the Lord. I need a closer and deeper interaction and relationship with God. | Privacy Notice | Terms. It has made a huge difference in my spiritual life. And now I am here praising His Holy name. I still want him to be just as clear forever. And every time I read my Bible, the Lord [would] always speak to me about idolatry and how much He hates idolatry, but I didnt understand. More thanksgiving to God for if we put God first in our life, blessings follows. Precious Testimonies, P.O. I received the gift of tongues during my fast and also better vision physically and spiritually. Lack of health/healing may be the result of spiritual rebellion. Sharon (JE, E154) As we set aside time to pray and fast these next 21 days, we want to make first things first. My flanks hurt so badly, and there was no comfortable position to sit or lie down, but God helped me persevere through the pain, and after day seven it got much easier. You can fast for any specific period of time you would like. Learn more about this global call to prayer at isaiah62fast.com. a brief, guided prayer time at 7:00 pm every evening. God is continuously telling me that He is always beside me in this battle of mine and He has spoken to me again through your story. "I need someone to pray for me and advise me on how to fast and pray. My doctor had told me I had a stomach reflex disease and would have to take pills for the rest of my life. I have continued fasting each year with Pursuit 21, and each year I see more answers to my prayers. Then the angel handed me the quill, and said, 'The Father said to tell you to write in the book, what you want HIM to do!'. There is so much I am learning thanks to God!! But God did a miracle during Dr Che Ahns service. Thank you. Gloria, Thanks so much. I am filled with great joy and so amazed how God can answer prayers in such a short space of time. Thank you so much for sharing this. This whole experience has been amazing for me, and I am waiting expectantly for Gods answers to our prayers plus giving Him thanks for what He has already done. It was so encouraging to experience the new changes to my body. (1) Fasting activates hormesis, where a little stress can activate a beneficial cellular response. May God bless and uphold you in your ministry. Nams, I did the January Daniel Fast because I wanted to get closer to God and start out the New Year with him. We have been divorced for two years, which he couldnt seem to get himself together and move. All glory to God. Monica, Thank you for hosting this great fast, Kristen. Now I felt so renewed like brand new. Thank you Shades of Grace ministries for having this website. The Lord laid a Daniel fast on my heart as I prayed and I was so glad when my husband (whos diabetic) agreed to join in. That has been my prayer and God answered it. I want to fast more regularly now and our church is believing for Gods answers for our churchs needs. Saturday, January 23, was the last day of the fast. Thanks for your resources and prayerful support., These words have so encouraged me Natalie. I am sincerely grateful to have experienced this fast. 353 likes, 93 comments - Ijeoma Ndukwe | Clarity Queen | Business Growth Strategist (@nwanyiakamu_global) on Instagram: "Hello #teambubez it's here again # . Not only that, a friend from Guyana came around to stay during the period and when I told her about the fast she said great! Thank you again for sharing this message with us. This has truly been a great experience and I will definitely be doing this throughout the year as a 3 or 7 day fast. I thank God for clarity [and] understanding. My spiritual ears were open. Praise the Lord! I praise God for lifting this shroud of darkness. Sarah, Ive done the fast with you a few times, and this year it was sorely needed! That we would spend the majority of our time, energy, resources and breath seeking, abiding and worshipping Jesus. I have decided that I will go on a 21-day period prayer and fasting once a year. Then I handed the book and the quill back to him and he left immediately in the same way he came. A couple times I heard His voice speaking to me that I should go on a 20-day fast (I end up doing 21), but that wasnt even my idea. I am so grateful God called me to this fast! In addition, my dad says he has had no side effects from his radiation treatments so far and he claims that as an answer to prayeras do I. Ive messed up two times, but I did not let it stop me from continuing. Well in this video, she was sharing her Daniel Fast recipes. During this fasting experience I was made aware that I was believing a lie and could be set free from a reprobate mind. I also want to thank you for saying that God often is working in amazing ways after a fast and to be watching for Him. I can see clearly in the spirit. He really has experienced a breakthrough in his personal life. Thank you so much Natalie for praying for me. I plan to slow down/pace my eating so that on the 14th, I will be ready with Gods help. I am so thankful for Shades of Grace. Train Your Body To Exercise Spiritual Disciplines: Kong Fathers Day 2022: The Road To Fatherhood, The Harvest Network: Virtual Missions Conference, Kartharsis, Forgiving Others To Find Freedom: Kong Hee, Kong Hee Podcast: Biblical Teachings On Demand. On the fifth day of the fast, during my morning prayer, I felt the presence of God. I am finding your [posts] so inspiring and uplifting and they are helping me to understand what fasting is really about. My intention is to pursue God more and chase after Him. How awesome it is that this website allows me to share it. I have wanted to once again thank you for leading the 21 day Pursuit of Prayer and Fasting. Overall God really helped me, and I hope that more young people would stand up in fasting and praying, and that in the future i will keep this as a good habit to receive even more from God. Thanks for sharing this resource and may God continue to richly bless you, your husband, and your family. Victor, Ive been working as a contractor for five years, making less than $40,000 a year. I started to eat of your website which caused me to hunger more and more after the heart of God. I was away from God for many years after being wounded by the church. You have no idea what your book material and fasting time mean to me. Boy! I also noticed that I was really obsessed with many things around me, and that those things were in the way of spending time with God. I have a double blessing on the way and the devil will not cause me to miss it! May you all who read this know that God is real; He speaks to you, shows you signs and visions of things, and only wants you to be His friend and child at the same time. May God bless you as you faithfully serve and minister to others. Susan. I realize that I definitely was lead by God to be there at that meeting. I accepted the calling of God and have been leading the church since 30th June 2013. For me its about the togetherness of me and Jehovah and that I was able to establish a better bond with him then and forever. Thank you for your heart for God and willingness to listen to him! There were some major problems and worries that came into our household. This happened two years ago as well! Alice, I enjoyed your daily videos and prayer points, not to mention the delicious recipes. He is worthy. More miracles are in the making! I am on day 19 of a 21. I know God [led me to] your story and used it to bless me to keep me encouraged and inspired in my prayer life as I am also suffering from an illness. I found myself tempted to run to entertainment for comfort, but I want God to be my comfort. I feel I need to do more fasting and prayer. You and God showed me what it really means to fast and what a powerful tool fasting is in our walk with God. This will not be my last. On Christmas day I literally felt like a madman who had been delivered of his madnesssuch deep peace and joy. I cried many times because of the many troubles, but God always spoke through me and other people encouraged me, without them even knowing I was going through fasting. She expects cases to start rising again as the weather warms . I have done other fasts before (started off doing partial fasts upgrading to other types; dry etc) and I must say THE LORD KEEPS YOU. Im so thankful for all you are doing Kristen. Cant wait to dive in and get a better understanding., I have been following your blogs about fasting and wanted you to know they are so wonderful and encouraging through this fast., We belong to a new, small church. We are looking forward to the next 19 days. The devil attacked me through my dreams after about a week of fasting. I just finished a three day fast with only water and Gatorade earlier this week. There was a specific request for God to provide me with a nanny to take care of my child during the relocation, since I was a working mother. Interestingly, some of these I had never considered as sins and they were part of my lifestyle for 20 years. I just stumbled upon this page as todaymarks 21 days of the Daniel fast. I had joined a mutual loan club with some other ladies. Thanks for such useful and inspiring articles. Praise the Lord! I have received a brand new body. 21-Day Daniel Fast Prayer Guide. I have committed to making fasting a part of my life as I realized that I need GOD more than I ever have. It pushed its way through her back gate, while she was trying to keep it out of her yard. 2. I also noticed the Devil always tempting me in my thoughts about MANY things, but I was alert and had the strength to rebuke those things before taking place in my head. Praise Him. Your journey of fasting is a choice but it's also obedience to God's Word. I wanted to fast on water only for 3 days in October 2015 to seek Gods help for our churchs needs and during this time, I stumbledacross Shades of Grace Ministries on the internet and read Natalie Nichols testimony and the website on Pursuit 21 and different types of fasting. [There is] so much more to really shareGod is using you and your ministry in wonderful ways. I feel Gods presence more than ever before and I have seen fruits of the spirit bearing in my life. What an encouraging testimony about how the Lord has been speaking to you and leading you! I feel renewed, happy, blessed and very close to my GOD. Praise God., Natalie, I love your blog, your testimony, and heart for God. Im participating, learning, and growing in my Christian walk. Fasting and prayer had suddenly become such a pleasure and I started to anguish before the Lord. 15 likes, 0 comments - Harvesters Ikeja (@harvestersikeja) on Instagram: "The testimonies are building up. Ive fallen in love with Him all over again and I never want it to end. These miracles and healings are a result of what was written in that book which I handed back to the angel that unforgettable afternoon in Texas. Box 516, Jenison, MI 49429, Copyright Precious Testimonies 1998-202. Join the PRAYING WOMAN blueprint program: https://agnesmumbiministries.com .more .more. Are you prepared to stand before God on the Judgment Day and tell Him that you didn't need the shed blood of Jesus Christ on the Cross to have your sins forgiven and get in right-standing with God?

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