HOW TO BEGIN
With this daily devotional, you will be given different topics and scriptures each day. Carving out a specific time to spend with God and having a physical list in front of you to pray over will motivate you to keep going when it seems impossible! Pray for what you are believing for personally, as well as the things we are believing for together as Grandview SDA Church.

PREPARING SPIRITUALLY
Be honest with God. Let Him know where you need help. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal areas of weakness. Invite Him to challenge and change you over the course of your fast. Watch as He expands your vision and strengthens your faith.

DECIDING WHAT TO FAST
Fasting is about giving something up for a time in order to seek God in a deeper way. It’s not about losing weight; it’s about gaining vision! The type of fast you choose is up to you. You choose to do the Daniel Fast, as it allows for food and it helps to establish healthy eating habits. Whether you choose to follow biblical examples and give up food or apply the same principle to other areas of life like TV or social media, we believe that as you remove distractions you will hear from God in a clearer way. Before making any drastic dietary changes, please consult with your healthcare professional.

DECIDING HOW LONG
Fasting is not an obligation; it’s an opportunity to go deeper in our walk with God. Use wisdom and pray for guidance. We are committing to 21 days of prayer, and within those 21 days, pick three consecutive days to fast.

WHAT TO EXPECT
When you fast, your body detoxifies, eliminating toxins from your system. This can cause mild discomfort such as headaches and irritability during withdrawal from caffeine and sugars. And naturally, you will have hunger pains. Limit your activity and exercise moderately. Take time to rest. Fasting brings about miraculous results. You are following Jesus’ example when you fast. Spend time listening to and singing hymns, praise and worship, gospel and contemporary music (Colossians 3:16). Pray as often as you can throughout the day. Get away from the normal distractions as much as possible and keep your heart and mind set on seeking God.
 

HOW TO PRAY
The ACTS Model 

A — ADORATION
Tell God how much you appreciate Him.
This is a great way to begin your prayer time. Tell God how much you appreciate Him. Express your love for Him. Praise His power and majesty. You should never run out of praise.

C — CONFESSION
Tell God where you have fallen short.
Be specific. Thank Him for the forgiveness you have in Christ and ask for help and strength to turn away from future temptations.

T — THANKSGIVING
Express gratitude for what He’s doing in your life.
We have so much to be thankful for. Thank God for His love, His faithfulness, His patience. Express gratitude for what He’s doing in your life.

S — SUPPLICATION
Share your desires with God.
Share your desires with God, no matter how big or small they may seem. Nothing is too big or too small for God. He cares about every detail of your life. Pray for your own needs and for the needs of others.

HOW TO HAVE DEVOTION
The SOAP Model 

S — SCRIPTURE
Which verse stood out to you?
Open your Bible to your reading for the day. Take time reading and allow God to speak to you. When you are done, look for a verse that particularly spoke to you that day, and write it in your journal.

O — OBSERVATION
What is God saying to you?
What do you feel God is saying to you in this scripture? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal Jesus to you.

A — APPLICATION
How can you apply it today?
Personalize what you have read by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now. Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life. Write how this scripture can apply to you today.

P — PRAYER
Ask God to help you use what you’ve learned.
This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this scripture, or even a prayer for a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Remember, prayer is a two- way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say! Now, write it out.