40 Day Daniel Fast

Today marks the end of my 40 day Daniel fast that I have been doing.  For those who are wondering what I could eat for those days it was only: fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, and water.  I would just like to share some thoughts about my 40 day fast.

When I was fasting it was always a constant reminder of that God will provide for my needs.  That was many times a day for me because I never really ate meals but kind of ate a little bit constantly throughout the day.  I was always being reminded that I am doing this to be closer to Him; that is one thing I will take out of this is the reminder of every time I pick up food to thank God for what He has given me and remember how He provided and will provide for my future needs.  Branching off of that when I was eating I never felt satisfied and that was probably the thing I missed most.  I was not always hungry or full and I don't mean satisfied as in super full like I was just at a Buffet and I stuffed my face.  I'm talking about the "man that was a good meal and I'm not hungry or full just satisfied."  It made me think about all the people who don't have enough to eat and feel the way I did or worse.  Maybe they even do not know what being "satisfied" with food is.  I am so thankful God has placed me where I am today where I don't go hungry and I have enough.  I am so satisfied in Him; He is all I need nothing else.  I also learned to be healthier.  This has really opened up my eyes to show me that I need to eat more fruit and veggies in my "normal" food eating habits.  Its not that difficult to go to the store and extra time or two to pick up the health stuff.

I have learned a lot of things through this fast and I would challenge everyone to spend some time fasting this year.  It does not have to be food, it could be social media or even fasting from being sarcastic.  When we cut out these things that take up our time and energy (grocery store visits were so much easier and faster because of the less options) we can then focus more on the relationship that matters most.  The one who is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords!