Right on again, that state of feeling like food is a long lost friend that you are anxious to get back in touch with. You know you have the phone number, but, you know you made a commitment not to call until the appointed time.....

Went back on the Daniel fast. I'm really asking God for a 'this week 'miracle. The enemy saw my commitment and blessings from the fast as God broke addiction and spoke but he's trying to use my past to stall me. I insist God must get the glory. Please pray!

I received a negative report, i was going to take matters into my own hands but I must share that i was encouraged. In Pastor's video he said fasting agitates the enemy and when there is bad news on the fast it's a sign that the devil knows your victory will be great.

Yes, the attacks on the mind this week have been coming one right after the other and more difficult to fight each time; but I am STILL here, and the Lord will have His victory through me - no one else!!

Thank you so much for this Word and this correction that I needed in my spirit! Thank you for reminding me that the enemy WILL attempt to rob, steal and destroy. Thank you for being a vessel to speak to me and to so many! Praise God for this year!!

Wow! Thank you for that Dr. Rich. It's great to know that I am not alone with those feelings. I'm trying to not count down but to keep focused on God. Without him I am nothing.....Thank you Jesus.

It wasn't but a couple of days into the fast when Satan attacked at my work. Had I not felt God's overwhelming hand on my life I know I would have done or said the wrong thing. Yesterday a complete reconcilation was seen as my God gets all the glory.

Yes, it has been rough. As I remember, at first it was just a little tough, then I realized that I haven't gotten hungry yet, why? Then the devil wants to play with my mind and I say to myself, why are you doing this? Then I get back to my senses.

I've been attending Free Chapel for 3 years now & during this time my relationship with God is stronger than it's ever been! I know everyone stuggles during this 21 days but what helps me the most is that I know theres no better way to honor God!!

THANK you for this. I have felt like this all day - like my efforts to gain closness with my first love was not going to happen, yet after this post and after reading Pastor Franklin's fasting book I know I will make it to the goal of seeking and finding.

I am having those same thoughts. Today I too was feeling sorry for myself. Then I said Obedience is more important than food. I must decrease and He increase. To God be all the glory.

This is our third year joining in on the fast, and every year we are tempted with a special dinner at work, church ect.....we firmly believe that if we start we should finish. Priase be to GOD

Our church too is on a fast. I have fasted often through 08 and could barely do 8 hrs some days, and 2 days on other occasions. Before when I fasted it was always about me. This is the 1st time I have fasted and realize that it is not about me.

God is good! He is sustaining us! Previously I have battled with a one-day partial fast, now He is seeing me through in an unbeliveable way. Praise His Name.

I feel a bit weak at times, but His strength is sufficient. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me!

The enemy has been in full attack today. I am totally depending on God right now. I feel so weak and so unworthy. But He is worthy. I will trust Him to do this for me.I will trust him, His grace and mercy. I will trust Him, His will for my life. Amen

Thank you Dr. Rich for wonderful words. I can almost taste that good food in my mind, but my husband and I will make to the end. GLORY TO GOD!!! This journey has not been easy, but we can do everything through Christ!!

I went through those exact feelings today. All praise to Our Father for having you bring this revelation today. It is definitely & unequivocally ALL HIS GLORY for allowing us this long and til the finish of this fast.

Funny enough we failed accessing the uplifting blog messages yesterday but I am absolutely sure we did not fail accessing our Lord each time as I prayed with my daughter. Regardless the blog, we perservered towards the goal of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Day 15 and still pressing through. I like many have been battling my thoughts and want to give in to the "food." I know God has awesome plans for me and my family in 2009. I just have to finish the race and give him the glory.

Blessed be the LAMB! He forgives when we fail. His mercies are new this morning, and King Stomach will not reign over His temple today. Thank you for the inspiring words.

Thanks Pastor, you just confirmed what the Lord has spoken to my spirit for the last 2 days. Don't quit too soon! His words to me: "God's grace is sufficient, because in my weakness, HE IS STRONG." Praise the Lord for His grace, strength & love!!!

yes, this how I was feeling. In fact i had begun to say, maybe the next time I will do a ten day fast it something I could possibly handle better. However, I realize that it not my strength but the LORD. Thanks

Forgive me Lord for eating the past few days and not having my focus on YOU while out and eating the veggies that were available, drinking water only. I relied on self, not God. I can focus on this or move on and go forward. I choose FORWARD!

Two weeks have gone by and I'm starting to miss those sweets, dairy, and caffeine. It's caused me to become aware of the spiritual awakening going on inside of me. Denying my flesh to show my Lord how much he means to me and how much I need Him.

Boy if I ever needed to hear these words it is now. I have been feeling exactly like you say. I spent the evening feeling weak and tired. I know God is in control and without his help I can do nothing. God Bless.

Thank you Dr. Rich for being so honest! I missed the last few days of reading the blog and today has been my hardest day yet and I sat down to read and this was the first one. Just how I was feeling today! Thank you!!

I committed to the Daniel fast from the 22nd Jan for 40 days.

Last night and today, I felt like quitting- with the same thoughts you shared. Thank you for reminding of what is at stake. Another 26 days to go.
Please could you pray4me.

A practical question. I struggle with two issues that I thought perhaps you, that have made it this far, can help. I am a mom to two young children. That offers the obvious challenges. I am also a runner/cyclist.How do athletes handle fasting?

Hello! This is my first time on this blog or any other...My Husband and I will be joining the 21 day fast on the 10th. This will be our first fast together...Praise God!! I just finish reading the book on Fasting, I learned a lot. We need miracles N 2010