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yolanda Pappillion said,
May 30, 2012 at 5:46 pm
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS INFORMATION.
LeAnn said,
May 30, 2012 at 10:11 am
I’d like to hear some testimonies from after the fast — things that God did.
Daniel Fast Team said,
May 30, 2012 at 10:23 am
Hi LeAnn,
You can check out Daniel Fast testimonies by going to: http://danielfast.wordpress.com/daniel-fast-testimonies/#comments Be Blessed!
Linda said,
May 30, 2012 at 3:55 pm
God has blessed me in so many ways and I truly am thankful, but the thing I prayed for is something I am a little more than discouraged with actually. I’m keeping the faith however.
yolanda Pappillion said,
May 27, 2012 at 7:43 pm
hello this is yolanda again. I also wanted to know what scriptures and prayers do read during the daniel fast
Daniel Fast Team said,
May 30, 2012 at 12:12 pm
Hi Yolanda,
I encourage people to study the Book of Daniel while on the fast, meditating on his character, his lifestyle, his commitment to God and His ways.
In addition, study all scripture that refers to Who You are in Christ! “In Him” “Through Him”: Read the book of John and get to know Jesus in a new way:
Look up scriptures about the spirit of man (the born again inner man that is made in God’s image and in His likeness and is made to live eternally with Him: Do a word study on The Holy Spirit, or on Faith. Additional Scriptures to study: 1 Corinthians 9:27, Galatians 5:16, Galatians 5:17, Galatians 5:24, Romans 8:1, Romans 8:4, Galatians 5:16, Galatians 5:25, 1 Corinthians 6:15, James 4:1
Also, you can go to http://www.daniel-fast.com/ click on Spiritual Life, there is a wealth of spiritual aids to help strengthen, build up and encourage you in your journey. God is for you, So…Be Blessed on your Journey!
Marcy Walls said,
May 17, 2012 at 12:46 pm
Hi my name is Marcy,
I’m on day 7 of the Daniel fast. I have to say, in the begining, it was a little frustrating looking for the right foods that did’nt include those ingredients not allowed, such as sugar. That was the most difficult. If it was’nt in the ingredients it was in the gram content. It had all the grains, oats and seeds you could want, with just a touch of honey, maple or some other type of sweetner! Whew! But I’m good now.
My reason for fasting is to become closer spiritually with God. I want to be able to pray in the spirit and I want to be able to hear him when he speaks. I want to be able to access that power that is in my spirit. The past couple of days, I have noticed a change in me (my spirit). I’m more focused, calm, patient and just happy to be in my own skin. I wake up wanting the word to be the first thing I seek. I’m more aware of what I eat, because I want to make this sacrifice. It is the least I can do for all God’s blessings. It does’nt even bother me when I see food that would normally intice me. I used to be easily tempted. I can’t tell you how many times I began a fast and because of my weakness, quit. That’s how I know God has created something new in me. I don’t even miss it.
Not only will I make it through to the next 14 days with God’s help, I plan on becoming a vegetarian for life.
Patty said,
May 14, 2012 at 5:43 am
Hi. My name is Patty and I have been trying just about everything I know to do to lose weight and become healthier. As I prayed about it and asking for direction, I felt impressed that fasting was something that God wanted me to do. As I’ve never fasted, using diabetes as a reason, I didn’t know where to start. I was talking to a friend just yesterday and she mentioned a Daniel fast. I’m like “a what”? When she explained it a little further to me, I thought this would be something I could do. But….being who I am, I decided to check into it a little further and do some research. In that research, I found this website and got more information. I know that this will take me some getting used to, but I’ve already been cutting out processed foods, sugars, and gluten in the form of white flour. Because of that, I’ve found that I’m feeling a lot better. So….to make a long story short, I’ve decided that I’m going to go through with this fast not only for the physical benefits, but for a much closer relationship with my God. I will be back to let you know how it’s going and right now I’m not being led to a specific time frame. I have a feeling that this is going to become a life-style change for me.
Daniel Fast Team said,
May 15, 2012 at 11:11 am
Praise God….You will never be the same Patty! Be Blessed on your Journey!
Linda said,
April 17, 2012 at 6:05 pm
I just completed day 8 and I do feel great! I had cut out caffeine and was following a lower carb diet for some time, so the transition to meat, yeast and dairy free was not so difficult for me. I do miss my herbal tea and raw honey and also greek yogurt the most. My biggest challenge is when being social with friends. I just make sure I have my allowed foods with me. I have not gone out to a restaurant and hope to avoid it for the remainder of the days. I am glad that I have no parties, showers, etc. to attend and this is a perfect time to do this.
I first read about the fast in The Woman’s First magazine and then came upon this site when I researched it. It just spoke to me that I needed to try it. I have been trying to change my life and had been completely focused on losing weight ONLY and it clicked that I also need to heal my spirit to let go of the past and become closer with the Lord.
I have struggled with obesity for most of my life and I feel like it has held me back from living the life I truly want, such as having confidence in my work, finding whole relationships, and causing other addictions because of my unhappiness in myself. But I am also thankful that it has shaped me into the person I am and my struggle with weight has had a purpose.
I am completely ready to change my life and love your quote Susan (of Peter?) “I am ready Lord, have your way with me! Let the work begin!”
This excites me from within and gives me such strength! I feel ready to face any challenge and am doing things I had not thought possible or felt the desire to before!!
I need to work on believing that there will be a BIG change, not just hoping. I am trying to banish thoughts of self defeating nature and fear of disappointment. Any thoughts on this from anyone are very welcome.
Your work is amazing and your words inspiring. Thank you.
Linda
Linda said,
April 25, 2012 at 2:26 pm
I have 5 days left and am feeling better spiritually and physically than I have in a long time. Since last August I was struggling with mysterious dry mouth and throat issues (Dr.s could not figure out) and I have been symptom free since day one. In doing this I realize I must have developed a food allergy and I am suspecting dairy or yeast. I am so thankful for the relief!
vikkirenfro said,
April 16, 2012 at 1:44 pm
On the diet can we have 100% juices and what is the average weight loss in 2 weeks
Daniel Fast Team said,
April 27, 2012 at 7:29 am
Water is the only drinking beverage on the fast, unsweetened additive free juices are allowed for use in recipes but not for drinking. With the exception of Smoothies. Blended Fruit/Vegetable Smoothies are allowed on the fast as a meal replacement (since they are considered a “liquid meal” rather than a beverage). A Daniel Fast “smoothie” is simply, blended fruits, vegetables, and if needed a splash of unsweetened plant-based milk (Soy, Almond, Rice, Coconut, etc.) or some Natural, unsweetened juices. Juices can also be used in recipes. The average weight loss is anywhere from 5-18 pounds. I hope this helps!
Karen Emery said,
May 2, 2012 at 1:18 pm
I have done the Daniel Fast three times, from 10 to 21 days, but I had never read your book. In the past it was more about the physical aspect than spiritual. After reading your. book, I have a whole new outlook on the fast and I am preparing to begin on May 14th. I pray that God will speak to me in every area of this fast, from physical to emotional to spiritual. He has already given me a purpose of the fast and I am expecting an awesome experience. Thank you for all your encouragement, Susan.
Daniel Fast Team said,
May 3, 2012 at 11:41 am
God bless you, Karen. And thank you for your kind words, when I hear someone encouraged to seek God because of something I said… that is truly sweet honey to my heart! Be Blessed on your Fast!
Thembi Dube said,
April 10, 2012 at 12:41 pm
Hi, I’m on day seven of my Daniel fast and feel great. I’ve had no cravings or withdrawal symptoms which amazes me because normally a day with no tea means a splitting headache for me. Please I need prayer that I complete this fast.
Melanie said,
April 9, 2012 at 1:38 pm
I decided to finally do the Daniel Fast, it has been nudging me for awhile but Holy Spirit knew when I would be ready. I am on day 13 and it has been a blessing spiritually and in the other ways you describe. The day before I started I was telling Holy Spirit how worried I was of feeling deprived, a spontaneous thought came back in response, “We are not depriving you but setting you free.” I have had a emotional food addiction to unhealthy eating for quite some time but after a lot of internal work(7 years) I am finally ready to offer my body as a living sacrifice to God(Romans 12:1,2). I have found joy, peace, grace and self-control so far in this surrender. Susan, thank you for writing the book and giving practical information to help one get going.
Ana Claudia said,
April 9, 2012 at 7:30 am
Ola gostaria de agradecer Susan! Que Deus possa abençoa-la cada dia mais, comecei meu jejum hoje e ainda não tive nenhuma experiencia magnifica, mas me sinto bem já..
Obrigada
Daniel Fast Team said,
April 9, 2012 at 9:43 am
Obrigado por sua mensagem gentil. Seja abençoado em seu rápido!
bharbo said,
April 3, 2012 at 5:01 pm
I did the daniel fast for 3 weeks in Nov. My hair has been shedding for the past 3 weeks (March). The doctors can’t find anything wrong. They ask about stress and diet. The only thing I have done different was the daniel fast. Has anyone done the daniel fast and noticed hair thinning, or shedding at an unusual rate? It is not alopecia, or baldness, just hair shedding.
Daniel Fast Team said,
April 3, 2012 at 9:08 pm
No, hair loss is not a normal side effect of the Daniel Fast. First and foremost I encourage you to take a copy of the Daniel Fast Guidelines with you to your health care provider and show the eating plan that you have been following. This will help your Physician diagnose the reason for your recent hair loss (whether it is a supplement defficiency, stress related or something else) some symptoms like this can be triggered by a change of diet. If you don’t already have the Daniel Fast Guidelines, go to http://www.daniel-fast.com and enter your email address, they will be emailed back to you. I hope this helps, Be Blessed!
John said,
April 3, 2012 at 4:32 am
Hello there, I am thinking of beginning a daniel fast pretty soon. I am very glad this web site exists because for the first time in a very long time I will be engaging in a fast totally alone. The reason for this is because I need to personally get back on track in this arena and seek the Lord for a closer walk with Him. Thank you for making these resources available, because you have, clear direction is made possible. God bless you.
Lisa said,
March 31, 2012 at 7:52 pm
I just found this site and I was lead to fasting, which I started doing before I new what the Daniel fast was!
Jo Nicholson said,
March 13, 2012 at 6:51 am
Day 2 of the Daniel Fast and I feel so sick and am actually being sick, too!
Not sure whether this is the fast or an underlying bug?
Should I be vomiting?
Daniel Fast Team said,
March 13, 2012 at 6:08 pm
Hi Jo,
No, you should not be vomiting on the fast. This does sound like you have picked up a bug, Drink lot’s of water and flush your system. BE BLESSED!
Lena Ferguson said,
April 17, 2012 at 4:21 am
That happened to me on day 10, & 12. I have severe acid reflux I began sipping water and had total body rest and went back eating very small portions several times a day. I am fine now on day 17 and will see it thru the end. I pray this helps.
Mrs. C. said,
March 2, 2012 at 5:39 pm
I am preparing to start the Daniel fast on Monday. I am looking forward to drawing closer to the Lord during this fast while restoring my spirtual and physical health. I will need your encouragement!
Thabiso said,
February 1, 2012 at 11:53 am
Hi so glad n thankful to the holy spirit for bringing me upon your blog. @ my church we started our fasting today they weren’t specific if its a daniel fast they just told us the terms n conditions we only drink water. And as meal, soups. Beans and 100% juice. and i was searching for fasting and prayer on the internet my eyes were led on ur blog and as i was reading the food list it was clear to me that we are on a daniel fast. will come back and update you for what My God has prepared for me after this fast. cant wait to grab hold on those blessings. To God Be The Glory.
Daniel Fast Team said,
February 1, 2012 at 12:19 pm
Hi Thabiso,
I encourage you to get a copy of the Daniel Fast Guidelines (just to compare to the food list that you have). You can order a copy of the Daniel Fast Guidelines by going to http://www.daniel-fast.com and enter your email address, they will be emailed back to you. Please do keep us updated as your fast unfolds. Indeed, To God Be the Glory! Be Blessed on your Journey!
Debbie Pinky Cavazos said,
January 31, 2012 at 11:36 am
I’m sorry still not understanding. what is the difference in deep frying the potato vs baking with the same oil? it basically fries when you are baking them. If I slice up potatoes and sprinkle olive oil all over them and bake them they taste just like deep fried french fries! Is deep fried suppose to be pleasant? Thank you : )
Daniel Fast Team said,
January 31, 2012 at 12:20 pm
If you don’t taste the difference between baked fries and deep fried fries, then you are in a good place and I encourage you to keep it up. However, when you slice up potatoes to look like french fries and “lightly” coat them with olive oil, season and then bake them (I agree they taste great) they are integrally different and better for you than deep fried. And yes, the western culture has left its mark that deep fried foods are “Pleasant”.
Here is in part an article that may help:
1) “One of the main differences between baking and frying is the heat source used to cook the food. In baking, heating elements are used to heat the air around a food, which in turn cooks the food in the oven. With frying, heating elements are used to heat the oil that surrounds a food. The heat from the oil is the imparted to the food, cooking it.
2) Calories – Because ovens heat air, and air has no calories, baking in an oven does not add additional calories or fat to the foods you cook. This is why baking is a smarter option when working on controlling calorie, cholesterol or fat intake, as you are left only with the calories and fat from the foods in the pan. However, since frying relies on the addition of oil to cook the food, the oil seeps into whatever you are cooking, as well as coats the final product. This means as you consume the food, you also consume the calories and fat content of whatever oil or fat you use to fry your food Along with the additional fat from frying. The other noticeable difference is a fryer can get a crispness that is hard to mimic in an oven.” Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/429328-what-is-the-difference-between-baking-frying/#ixzz1l4GvmFKG
All this to say “we must unlearn the things we have learned” in regards to making better choices in foods and the cooking methods. And The Daniel Fast offers that very clear distinction, if even only during a short time of fasting. Be Blessed!
Debbie Pinky Cavazos said,
January 31, 2012 at 10:42 am
I would still like to get an answer about potatoes cooked in olive oil. Is it acceptable to bake them with olive oil? Why is it not acceptable to cook or deep fry if its all natural and all ingredients are on the Danielle list?
Daniel Fast Team said,
January 31, 2012 at 11:25 am
Hi Debbie,
The two foundational scriptures for the fast are Daniel 1:12 says, “Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.” Pulse is food grown from seed . . . corn, potatoes, rice and the like are all considered grown from seed.
Dan. 10:3 – “I ate no pleasant or desirable food, nor did any meat or wine come into my mouth, and I did not anoint myself at all for the full three weeks”. Because of this, we eat no sweeteners of any kind, no deep fried foods and no fancy desserts. This would be why baking potatoes with a light coating of olive oil is acceptable, and deep frying them in a vat of oil is not. I hope this helps!
Dominique said,
January 27, 2012 at 7:52 am
Day19 My God is awesome to open my eyes to realize and know better food choices. I just love those sweet potatoe roasted with herb.
Dominique said,
January 26, 2012 at 7:09 pm
I am on day 18 & I am feeling like God hasnt revealed himself to me in relations to my life. I am seeking direction, but I am not giving up on my God. I know he is always moving and directing my life. I have however benefited with better more profound understanding while I am in personal bible study. I see things I never saw before but I know there is more God wants to tell me. I wanr revelation and firm directions. I am itching for a burger,but I have enjoyed some great meals. I read others experiences with the fast and I want that breakthough but I am so hy that the holy spirit gave me more understanding of God’s word.
Pamela said,
January 24, 2012 at 10:45 pm
My church started the Daniel Fast January 9, 2012. I have learned that food is not my God and I can live without potatoe chips and chocolate. I almost get queasy looking at meat and junk food. I have been practicing nutrition for over 15 years, but have not fully committed myself until this fast. I don’t want to go back to wrong eating so I am praying for divine intervention on eating more fruits and vegetables this whole year. Pray my strength in the Lord. Blessing to all who seek the King of Kings. Please have expectations from the Lord in your sowing to the Kingdom.
Heidi said,
January 24, 2012 at 9:22 pm
Hi- my name is Heidi.
This is my fourth day on the Daniel fast. It’s going great so far. I won’t lie it’s challenging especially when you all of a sudden feel like a Milo drink and you can’t have it..haha
But you just remind yourself of why your doing it and tell your flesh that God is greater than it and you get back on track. I’ve enjoyed reading everybody’s posts so I thought I’d make one:-)
HEIDI