Author: Denise King

Week of Prayer and Fasting
for
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church

January 25 – January 31, 2026

“If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you. Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.”
Matthew 17:20-21
“What, could ye not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
Matthew 26:40b-41
As the Pleasant Hill Church Family prepares to “Live Boldly, Serve Boldly, and Lead Boldly” with our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ. We will enter in by presenting ourselves as living
sanctified sacrifices unto God.
We will begin Praying and Fasting (Daniel Fast) on Sunday,
January 25 at 6:00 PM until 6:00 PM Saturday.

Daniel Fast Guidelines for
January 25 – January 31, 2026
STEP ONE: BE SPECIFIC – PRAY for PLEASANT HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, our FAMILIES, and our World.
Daniel was not vague in his objection to the Babylonian diet. He defined the problem immediately. Why are you fasting? Direction, Deliverance, Spiritual, Physical and Financial Breakthroughs for PHBC and our families.
STEP TWO: FAST AS A SPIRITUAL COMMITMENT AND
SUPPORT
The Daniel Fast involves a spiritual commitment to God. “Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself” (Daniel 1:8).
STEP THREE: REFLECT INNER DESIRE BY OUTER DISCIPLINE
Many people have an inner desire, but they can’t discipline themselves to avoid foods that are not good for health. The physical health you seek from God may be more than an answer to prayer. Your physical health may be linked to any of the following factors:
a. Your food choices.
b. The level of your spiritual commitment as reflected in constant prayer during the fast.
c. Your time commitment.
d. Your testimony commitment. Your fast is a statement of faith to God that
you want Him to heal your body spiritually and physically.
Faith is foundational to the Daniel Fast.
STEP FOUR: PRAY FOR SUCCESS
Notice James 5:13-16:
· In Greek there are several words for “sick”. James uses “Kanino”, which not only includes disease, but also means weak or weary.
· Attitude is important. James said, “Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise” (James 5:13).
STEP FIVE: FAST AS A STATEMENT OF FAITH FOR GOD TO HEAR, SEE AND BLESS!
Daniel was making a statement of faith when he asked for only vegetables to eat and water to drink, then dared the overseer to compare the appearance of the four sons of Israel with the young men who ate the king’s food.

STEP SIX: LEARN THE EFFECTS OF THE FOOD YOU EAT
Why are some foods good for us, and other foods not? What do certain foods do to your body? If we really knew, there would likely be some things we would never eat again.
STEP SEVEN: YIELD ALL RESULTS TO GOD
Daniel said, “as you see fit, deal with your servants” (Daniel 1:13). REMEMBER:
· The Daniel Fast will lead to spiritual insight. “to those four young men God gave knowledge”.
· The Daniel Fast is longer than one day.
· The Daniel Fast is a partial fast. They ate, but only vegetables and water.
GUIDELINES FOR DANIEL FAST
Foods We May Eat:
Whole Grains: Brown Rice, Oats, Barley Legumes: Dried Beans, Pinto Beans, Split Peas, Lentils, Black Eyed Peas
Fruits: Apples, Apricots, Bananas, Blackberries, Blueberries, Boysenberries,
Cantaloupe, Cherries, Cranberries, Figs, Grapefruit, Grapes, Guava,
Honeydew Melon, Kiwi, Lemons, Limes, Mangoes, Nectarines, Papayas, Peaches, Pears, Pineapples, Plums, Prunes, Raisins, Raspberries,
Strawberries, Tangelos, Tangerines, Watermelon
Vegetables: Artichokes, Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chili Peppers, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Gingerroot, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard Greens, Okra, Onions, Parsley, Potatoes, Radishes, Rutabagas, Scallions, Spinach, Sprouts, Squashes, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Turnips, Watercress, Yams, Zucchini, Seeds, Nuts, Sprouts
Liquids: Spring Water, Distilled Water, 100% All-Natural Fruit Juices, 100% All Natural Vegetable Juices
Foods to Avoid: Eggs, Meat, White Rice, Fried Foods, Caffeine, Carbonated Beverages, Foods Containing Preservatives or Additives, Refined Sugar, Sugar Substitutes, White Flour and All Products Using It, Margarine,
Shortening, High Fat Products

Daily Prayer Focus and Scripture Reading
Sunday, Jan 25: Worship and Praise God
Start every day Worshiping and Praising God who created us.
Pray and Fast
Read: Psalm 34:1-3; Luke 4:8; John 4:24
Monday, Jan 26: Asking for Forgiveness and Cleansing
God wants our hearts to be right with Him:.
Pray and Fast
Read: Psalm 57:7-12; First John 1:1-10
Tuesday, Jan 27: Spiritual Growth and Discipline
Ask God for a Spiritual Check-up that will show you where you need to grow.
Pray and Fast
Read: Luke 14:26-27; Proverbs 3:1-7
Wednesday, Jan 28: Salvation
Salvation for our Family members, Leaders in Government, the entire World, that the World will be a better place.
Pray and Fast
Read: First Timothy 2:1-7; Luke 24:44-47; Acts 2:38-42
Thursday, Jan 29: Peace on Earth:
Pray, “Let this peace begin with me.”
Pray and Fast
Read: Romans 5:1, 12:17-18; Philippians 4:4-7;
Ephesians 2:14-17; John 14:27
Friday, Jan 30: Breakthrough and Healing from Infirmities
Pray for Healing and Personal Breakthroughs in your life and the lives of others you Love.
Pray and Fast
Read: Psalm 103:1-5; Jeremiah 18:14; James 5:13-16
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Saturday, Jan 31: Thanksgiving and Gratitude
Give thanks and praise to God for his faithfulness, allowing us to Live Boldly, Serve Boldly, Lead Boldly throughout the year.
Pray and Fast
Read: Psalm 100; Psalm 150; First Corinthians 15:57-58
For those who are medically able to participate in the fast, please
observe the following guidelines:
If medical restrictions do not allow you to do a total fast, please limit your diet to the items in the guidelines for the Daniel Fast.
The Daniel Fast is a total fast (no food) from 6:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. each day.
After 6pm, we eat only in accordance with the Daniel Fast as outlined in the bulletin.
Make the most of the time to become closer to God, grow in your faith, and discover the life-changing effects of fasting and prayer.

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