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2023 FAST

Antioch Church
Pastor Edward A. Thomas
2023
 The Year of Growing in Grace

(Jan 9-Jan 18)

 

What to Seek God for during the fast?
Hebrews 4:16 "Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we way receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."

2 Peter 3:18 "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen."


Fasting Prayer Focus
• Praying for confidence and timely help
• Praying for spiritual growth
• Praying that Favor shows itself mightily


Declarations of FAITH
• Today I will declare that I am more than enough in the area of ______________
• Today I will make this change __________
 

Family time and/or exercise during the fast for 30 minutes daily, (it can be
increased if you desire, you can do both)


When and how long?
January 9 until January 18, 10 days


What do I fast?
Red meat, Pork Fast Food
Fried food, Sweets-candy, cakes, white sugar
Soda pop, Sugar juices
Coffee, Tea, All caffeine


(Limit T.V. during this fast, parents should have a no TV or Video games
day for young kids, insert more family activities)

Week 1

*Before starting the fast Consult your Doctor if you have medical issues

Monday

Morning Prayer, declarations, Hebrews 4:1-5, 30 min exercise/family, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Fresh fruit juice

Tuesday

Morning Prayer, declarations, Hebrews 4:6-11, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Fresh fruit juice

Wednesday

Morning Prayer, declarations, Hebrews 4:12-14, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Fresh fruit juice

Thursday

Morning Prayer, declarations, Hebrews 4:15, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Fresh fruit Juice

Friday

Morning Prayer, declarations, Hebrews 4:16, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Fresh fruit juice

Saturday

Morning Prayer, declarations, 2 Peter 3:1-5, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Baked or broiled Chicken, Fresh fish, Turkey, Drink Water, Fresh Fruit Juice

Week 2

*Before starting the fast Consult your Doctor if you have medical issues

Sunday

Morning Prayer, declarations, 2 Peter 3:5-10, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Baked or broiled Chicken, Fresh fish, Turkey, Drink Water, Fresh Fruit Juice

Monday

Morning Prayer, declarations, 2 Peter 3:11-12, 30 min exercise/family, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Drink Water, Fresh fruit juice

Tuesday

Morning Prayer, declarations, 2 Peter 3:13-17, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Drink Water, Fresh fruit juice

Wednesday

Morning Prayer, declarations, 2 Peter 3:18, 30 minutes Family Time or exercise, Eat Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Salad, Baked or broiled Chicken, Fresh fish, Turkey, Drink Water, Fresh Fruit Juice

"The Year of Growing in Grace"

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Hebrews 4:16

"Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."

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2 Peter 3:18

"But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen."

 

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Sacrifice: I will sacrifice ______________________________ from my life.
 

Begin: I will start my fast on January 9, 2023.
 

Conclude: I will conclude my fast on January 18, 2023
 

The Scripture I will meditate on everyday is __________.
 

This is my commitment to Lord Signed _________________ Date______
Conclusion: This fast taught me that I
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