FASTING Meaning To cover the mouth to abstain or afflict the soul Biblical Basis Fasting during the Pentateuch Le v

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FASTING Meaning: (To cover the mouth) to abstain or afflict the soul Biblical Basis: Fasting during the Pentateuch (Le v. 16:29-31; 23:27; Num. 30:13; Isa. 58:3, 5, 10). Why Do We Fast? Fasting was an important part of Jewish custom. In the Old Testament, when the Nation of Israel sought to hear God�s voice clearly, repent before the Lord, or conquer an enemy, they engaged in a collective fast (Daniel 9:3-5; Deut. 9:15-18; 2Chron. 20: 3-4). Kinds of Fast Spiritual, Biblical, Cleansing, Juice, Health, and Prayer Benefits of Fasting- Benefits are vast in nature and range from

health, spiritual, physical, and financial in nature. Prayer and Fasting Fasting removes the barriers that hinder our communication with God, and allows the spirit man to commune directly with the h eavenly Father. The psalmist says �Deep calleth unto deep� (Psalms 42:7). This is wh en the spirit of man and the Spirit of God kiss in Intimacy and communion. Barriers s uggest we have allowed others into our relationship with God. What fasting is and is not: Fasting is not just dieting on a regular basis. For the Christian, fasting has spiritual goals in mind. Fasting is helps us become sensitive

to God. Fasting is not a manipulative tool. You ca nnot fast in an atte mpt to twist God�s arm or win his approval. Helps us discipline our natural appetites, and fleshly desires. More power and faith
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A way to bring healing to our bodies Suggested foods to Eat Whole Grains : Brown Rice, Oats, barley Legumes: Dried Beans, Pinto Beans, Split Peas, Lentils, Black Eyed Peas Fruits: Apples, Apricots, Bananas, Blackbe rries, Blueberries, Boysenberries, Cantaloupe, Cherries, Cranberries, Oats , Figs, Grapefruit, Grapes, Guava, Honeydew Melon, kiwi, Lemons, Limes, Ma ngoes,

Nectarines, Papayas, Peaches, Pears, Pineapples, Plums, Prunes, Raisin s, Raspberries, Strawberries, tangelos, Tangerines, Watermelon Vegetables : Artichokes, Asparagus, Beets, Broc coli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chili Peppers, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Gingerroot, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Mushr ooms, Mustard,Greens, Okra, Onions, Parsley, Potatoes, Radishes, Rutabagas, Scallions, Spinach, Sprouts, Squashes, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Turnip s, Watercress, Yams, Zucchini Seeds : Nuts, Sprouts Liquids : Water, 100% All-Natural Fruit Ju ices, 100% All Natural

Juices (NO Fruit Punch or High C) Water : Drink a minimum of eight glasses of water daily through out the fast. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!!! Suggested Foods to Stay Away From During The Fast Sugar, sugar products, beverages that include caffeine, carbonated beverages, meats, eggs, dairy products, poultry, fried foods, foods that contain preservatives or additives, refined sugar, sugar substitutes , white flour and products containing it.