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Letter from the Bishop
Child of God,
It is with sincere humility that I lead our congregation and ministry partners
on our ANNUAL 21-Day Fast. Because there are many misconceptions regarding
fasting, it is necessary that I define this all-important discipline.
Fasting is a voluntary abstinence or restriction of food and/or activities for a
specified period of time to devote ourselves to prayer and Bible study. It is a means
of seeking God by denying the physical in order to focus on the spiritual. By
definition, fasting is much more than abstaining from food! I often tell people that,
“fasting without praying and seeking God’s Face simply means that we’ve just
skipped a meal!”
Despite what many have taught, our primary purpose for fasting is not to
get something from God; it is to draw closer to Him! James 4:8 reads, “Draw near to
God and He will draw near to you…” Therefore, our fast will contain various
spiritual components that will compel us to grow closer to The Lord. There will be a
daily focus where we’ll emphasize a particular area of prayer and /or spiritual
enrichment. Our designated prayer times will be 6 a.m. and 9 pm daily via
conference call; 12 NOON via conference call Monday – Saturday.
Additionally, there will be corporate prayer at the church each Saturday
morning at 6am. We will have a Bible-reading plan where we’ll read through God’s
word. Finally, our fast will culminate with Sunday morning worship service on
Sunday, February 1, 2015. Get ready to “Get iN On This!”
The fast will begin on Monday, January 12th and will end after church on
Sunday, February 1st. Our fast will be a Daniel Fast, which will become more
stringent as the fast progresses. Every few days we’ll take away a member of the
food group until we’re down to juices on the last day. We believe that our
obedience to this schedule will result in ultimate purpose—experiencing more of the
God’s glory!
In closing, thanks for going on this three-week journey with me—I’m
confident that you’ll be glad you did.
Sincerely,
Christ the Healer’s Annual 21-Day Fast
Fasting Guide
2015
© 2012 Bishop Calvin B. Lockett
Calvin B. Lockett
Senior Pastor
Christ the Healer Church
Christ the Healer Church Fast Calendar
January 2015
Sun d ay
M onday
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Wedn esd ay
T hursd ay
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Corporate
Prayer 6 pm
@ CTH
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Corporate
Prayer
6 pm @CTH
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Corporate
Prayer
6 pm @ CTH
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Fri day
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Feb. 1
Conference Call Prayer Daily @ 6:00 am & 9:00 pm
Conference Call Prayer @ 12:00 Noon Monday-Saturday
Dial in #
567-704-7739
Access Code
827189#
(Please mute your phone upon entering the system instead of
announcing yourself.)
Scriptural References:
The Purpose of Fasting
Sat ur day
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Joel 1:14 (KJV) Sanctify ye a fast, call a solemn assembly, gather
the elders and all the inhabitants of the land into the house of the
LORD your God, and cry unto the LORD,
Joel 2:12 (KJV) Therefore also now, saith the LORD, turn ye even
to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and
with mourning:
Joel 2:15 (KJV) Blow the trumpet in Zion, sanctify a fast, call a
solemn assembly: 16 Gather the people, sanctify the congregation,
assemble the elders, gather the children, and those that suck the
breasts: let the bridegroom go forth of his chamber, and the bride out
of her closet. 17 Let the priests, the ministers of the LORD, weep
between the porch and the altar, and let them say, Spare thy people,
O LORD, and give not thine heritage to reproach, that the heathen
should rule over them: wherefore should they say among the people,
Where is their God?
2 Chronicles 7:13 (KJV) If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or
if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence
among my people; 14 If my people, which are called by my name,
shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from
their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive
their sin, and will heal their land.
Questions about Fasting
What kind of fast will we observe?
We will observe a partial fast—commonly known as a Daniel Fast based
upon the fast that Daniel observed in Daniel 1.
What is the fasting schedule?
The fast will begin on January 12th and will go through the worship service
on Sunday, February 1st. Because of the ease of which the fast will
progress, we will fast for the entire 24-hour period each day.
Who should or should not fast?
All believers who are physically able (and medically cleared) to fast should
do so periodically to bring their bodies into submission to the spirit of
Christ. Anyone with physical or medical conditions that could be aggravated
by fasting should consult their physician before participating in a fast. If you
are medically unable to fast or abstain from the prescribed food/beverage,
then find something else you enjoy doing and choose to fast from that –
television, social networking sites, etc.
*Youth may choose to participate in a limited fast under supervision of parents or
guardian. The limited fast includes selecting 1-3 days a week to participate in the
prescribed Daniel fast and/or eliminating activities they enjoy during the specified
time, such as social networking sites (face book, twitter, etc.), video games,
television, cell phone usage (texting, phone conversations, etc.). During these times
youth would seek God in prayer, listen to worship songs, join youth prayer groups,
etc.
*Youth under the age of 12 are not encouraged to participate.
What if I have never fasted?
God is pleased at our desire to want to connect with Him. We encourage you
to step out on faith and if necessary, gradually build up to the specified time.
Each week do at least 1-3 days of fasting by skipping a meal. Do not become
discouraged if you feel tempted to eat outside the prescribed Daniel fast
parameters; God will give you the strength to overcome your temptation.
Ask the Lord to identify someone that can hold you accountable and
encourage you during this journey.
What do we do while we fast?
While you are fasting, you are encouraged to spend focused time in reading
the Word, praying, and listening to The Voice of God. Prayer and listening
to God is just as important as abstaining from food. We encourage you to
journal what you hear God speaking. While at work or doing your daily
chores, utilize break times as times to focus and mediate on God.
Throughout the fast, use this time for focused meditation on God’s direction
for you, your family and our church.
What should I expect? A natural response to fasting and prayer is an
increase in hunger. As a result, you may experience hunger pangs,
headaches, bad breath, and strong odor from your body as you are
eliminating toxins from your body. For this reason, please consider personal
hygiene and take extra care of your body. It is perfectly normal that you
experience these things therefore, breath mints are acceptable.
What is the purpose of fasting?
Because fasting and prayer is aimed at breaking the bonds of evil on a
person’s life, a loved one’s life, or on a body of believers, including a family,
church, or ministry, expect distractions from the enemy. The bible tells us to
be alert and vigilant for your adversary the devil is seeking whom he may
devour. (1 Peter 5:8) When fasting and praying, it is vital to be alert to the
tricks, assaults of the enemy. This keeps you from “reacting” to the enemy
instead of “responding” the way God desires.
What are the benefits of fasting?
Fasting...
 helps to develop humility.
 intensifies the power of prayer.
 improves our worship of God.
 removes doubt and unbelief.
 make our witness bolder and stronger.
 gives us mastery over the flesh.
 helps us to break sinful habits.
 enlarges our spiritual capacities.
 rids the body of poisonous toxins.
 helps us to develop patience
 aids us in the prevention of disease
 brings revival to our churches
Journaling: Charting Out the Journey
A Christian journal helps you preserve the thoughts, prayers
and promises of God that come to you throughout the day. It can be as
significant as your spiritual companion or your annual reminder of
how God’s promises have come to pass in your life. Whatever the
reason, journaling is an important part of our Christian life.
Many times we need to reflect on our circumstances to gain a clearer
understanding of God's Will for us. Writing something down brings
clarity to those thoughts.
The wonderful thing about keeping a Christian journal is that
you can write about anything that touches you while reading the
Scriptures, fasting, and praying. That is exactly what you are asked to
do during this fast and there are pages in this booklet set aside to start
you on your journey of journaling for the year 2015.
My 2015 Goals are…
Spiritual—
Personal—
In the space provided, respond to the following prompts:
I am believing God for…
Professional/Educational—
My 2015 prayer list is…
The 21-Day Fast
As we journey through this time of fasting and prayer, follow
these day-by-day instructions.
Day 1 – January 12, 2015
Daily Focus
Repentance
Scripture
References
2 Chronicles 7:14 if My people who are called by My
name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My
face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear
from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their
land.
1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and
just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all
unrighteousness.
Reading Plan
Matthew chapters 1- 5
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all PORK from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 2 – January 13, 2015
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Prioritize God before anything
and everything else
Exodus 20:3 Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Matthew 22:36 Master, which is the great
commandment in the law? 37 Jesus said unto him,
Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart,
and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. 38 This is
the first and great commandment.
Reading Plan
Matthew chapters 6– 9
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all PORK from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 4 – January 15, 2015
Day 3 – January 14, 2015
Daily Focus
We’ll Walk in Unconditional love
Daily Focus
Deliverance from Sexual Sins
Scripture
References
Matthew 22:37 And he said to him, “You shall love
the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your
soul and with all your mind. 38 This is the great and
first commandment. 39 And a second is like it: You
shall love your neighbor as yourself.
Scripture
References
Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in
the image of God created he him; male and female
created he them.
1 Corinthians 6:18 Flee fornication. Every sin that a
man doeth is without the body; but he that commiteth
fornication sinneth against his own body.
John 13:34 A new commandment I give to you, that
you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also
are to love one another. 35 By this all people will know
that you are my disciples, if you have love for one
another.”
Reading Plan
Matthew chapters 10– 13
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all BEEF and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Galatians 5:19 Now the works of the flesh are
manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication,
uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Reading Plan
Matthew chapters 14– 17
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all BEEF and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 5 – January 16, 2015
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Marriages and Families
Genesis 2:18 And the LORD God said, It is not good
that the man should be alone; I will make him an help
meet for him.
Scripture
References
Deliverance from Sins of the
Tongue
Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the
tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Psalm 141:3 Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth;
keep the door of my lips.
Genesis 17:7 And I will establish my covenant
between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their
generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God
unto thee, and to thy seed after thee.
Psalm 39:1 I said , I will take heed to my ways, that I
sin not with my tongue: I will keep my mouth with a
bridle, while the wicked is before me.
Matthew chapters 18– 21
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all BEEF and pork from your diet.
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Daily Focus
Ephesians 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, even as
Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
Reading Plan
Daily Journal
Day 6 – January 17, 2015
Reading Plan
Matthew chapters 22– 25
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SWEETS beef, and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 7 – January 18, 2015
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Obedience
Leviticus 18:4 (ESV) You shall follow my rules and
keep my statutes and walk in them. I am the LORD
your God.
Day 8 – January 19, 2015
Daily Focus
Our Government and Its
Leadership
Scripture
References
Romans 13:1 (ESV) Let every person be subject to the
governing authorities. For there is no authority except
from God, and those that exist have been instituted by
God.
Isaiah 1: 19 If you are willing and obedient, you shall
eat the good of the land; 20 but if you refuse and rebel,
you shall be eaten by the sword; for the mouth of the
LORD has spoken.”
1 Timothy 2:1 First of all, then, I urge that
supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings
be made for all people, 2 for kings and all who are in
high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet
life, godly and dignified in every way.
Reading Plan
Matthew chapters 26– 28
Reading Plan
Mark chapters 1– 4
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SWEETS, beef, and pork from your diet.
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SWEETS, beef, and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 10 – January 21, 2015
Day 9 – January 20, 2015
Daily Focus
Salvation of the Lost
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
John 3:16 (ESV) For God so loved the world, that he
gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should
not perish but have eternal life.
Scripture
References
2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his
promise, as some men count slackness; but is
longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should
perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Perseverance
Psalms 1:3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the
rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his
season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever
he doeth shall prosper.
John 8:31 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed
Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples
indeed.
Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing:
for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Reading Plan
Mark chapters 5– 8
Reading Plan
Mark chapters 9– 12
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SEAFOOD (except fish), sweets, beef,
and pork from your diet.
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SEAFOOD (except fish), sweets, beef,
and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 11 – January 22, 2015
Day 12 – January 23, 2015
Daily Focus
Financial Breakthrough
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Matthew 17:27 (CEV) But we don't want to cause
trouble. So go cast a line into the lake and pull out the
first fish you hook. Open its mouth, and you will find a
coin. Use it to pay your taxes and mine."
Scripture
References
Philippians 4:19 But my God shall supply all your
need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Discernment
1 Kings 3:9 (ESV) Give your servant therefore an
understanding mind to govern your people, that I may
discern between good and evil, for who is able to
govern this your great people?”
John 2:24 (CEV) But Jesus knew what was in their
hearts, and he would not let them have power over him.
Reading Plan
Mark chapters 13– 15
Reading Plan
Luke chapters 1– 3
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SEAFOOD (INCLUDING fish), sweets,
beef, and pork from your diet.
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all SEAFOOD (INCLUDING fish), sweets,
beef, and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 13 – January 24, 2015
Day 14 – January 25, 2015
Daily Focus
Unity in the Body
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Psalms 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is
for brethren to dwell together in unity!
Scripture
References
Prosperity in the lives of God’s
People
Deuteronomy 28:1-14 (PLEASE READ)
Psalms 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that
favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say
continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath
pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
John 17:11 And now I am no more in the world, but
these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father,
keep through thine own name those whom thou hast
given me, that they may be one, as we are.
3 John 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou
mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul
prospereth.
Reading Plan
Luke chapters 4– 7
Reading Plan
Luke chapters 8– 11
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all CHICKEN, seafood, fish, sweets, beef,
and pork from your diet.
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all CHICKEN, seafood, fish, sweets, beef,
and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 16 – January 27, 2015
Day 15 – January 26, 2015
Daily Focus
Wisdom
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore
get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Scripture
References
Productivity and Fruitfulness
John 15:8 (ESV) By this my Father is glorified, that
you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.
Colossians 1:10 (ESV) so as to walk in a manner
worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit
in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of
God.
James 1:5 (ESV) If any of you lacks wisdom, let him
ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach,
and it will be given him.
Reading Plan
Luke chapters 12– 16
Reading Plan
Luke chapters 17– 20
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all TURKEY, fish, seafood, chicken,
sweets, beef, and pork from your diet.
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all TURKEY, fish, seafood, chicken,
sweets, beef, and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 18 – January 29, 2015
Day 17 – January 28, 2015
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Worry-free Lives
Matthew 6:25 (CEV) I tell you not to worry about
your life. Don't worry about having something to eat,
drink, or wear. Isn't life more than food or clothing?
Daily Focus
Healing
Scripture
References
Isaiah 53:5 But He was wounded for our
transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The
chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His
stripes we are healed.
Luke 4:40 When the sun was setting, all those who had
any that were sick with various diseases brought them
to Him; and He laid His hands on every one of them
and healed them. 41 And demons also came out of
many, crying out and saying, "You are the Christ, the
Son of God!" And He, rebuking them, did not allow
them to speak, for they knew that He was the Christ.
Philippians 4:6 (CEV) Don't worry about anything,
but pray about everything. With thankful hearts offer
up your prayers and requests to God.
Reading Plan
Luke chapters 21– 24
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all BREADS, turkey, fish, seafood,
chicken, sweets, beef, and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Reading Plan
John chapters 1– 5
Diet Restrictions
Eliminate all BREADS, turkey, fish, seafood,
chicken, sweets, beef, and pork from your diet.
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 19 – January 30, 2015
Day 20 – January 31, 2015
Daily Focus
Deliverance
Daily Focus
Scripture
References
Matthew 6:13 And do not lead us into temptation, But
deliver us from the evil one…
Scripture
References
Psalms 107:20 He sent His word and healed them,
And delivered them from their destructions.
Miracle-Working Power to come
back to the church
Acts 2:43 And fear came upon every soul: and many
wonders and signs were done by the apostles.
Acts 4:31 And when they had prayed, the place was
shaken where they were assembled together; and they
were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the
word of God with boldness.
Reading Plan
John chapters 6– 10
Reading Plan
John chapters 11– 15
Diet Restrictions
Your diet should consist of FRUITS, VEGETABLES,
JUICES, and WATER ONLY. Note: Fruit/Veggie
Smoothies are acceptable
Diet Restrictions
Your diet should consist of FRUITS, VEGETABLES,
JUICES, and WATER ONLY. Note: Fruit/Veggie
Smoothies are acceptable
Daily Journal
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Day 21 – February 1, 2015
Daily Focus
Manifestation of God’s poWer in
our every-day lives
Scripture
References
Acts 5:14 And more than ever believers were added to
the Lord, multitudes of both men and women, 15 so
that they even carried out the sick into the streets and
laid them on cots and mats, that as Peter came by at
least his shadow might fall on some of them.
Acts 19:11 And God wrought special miracles by the
hands of Paul:
12 So that from his body were brought unto the sick
handkerchiefs or aprons, and the diseases departed
from them, and the evil spirits went out of them.
Reading Plan
John chapters 16– 20
Diet Restrictions
Your diet should consist of FRUITS, VEGETABLES,
JUICES, and WATER ONLY. Note: Fruit/Veggie
Smoothies are acceptable
Daily Journal
Sample questions to get
you started…
(What is God saying to
me today? What do I
need to say to God today?
How am I feeling about
the fast today?)
Journaling: Remembering the Journey
Now that you have completed the fast, reflect on your trials and
triumphs as well as the journey as a whole. What have you gained and
what were you able to release during this time of consecration and
prayer?