Consecration 2012
What is it and Why Do We Do It?
To consecrate means to make or declare something;to dedicate formally to a religious or divine purpose.
In 2004, the Lord spoke to me about challenging the body of World Overcomers to join together at the beginning of every year in order to consecrate or dedicate to Him a tithe (10%) of the number of days of the year by fasting and praying. Every year during consecration, we see God operate powerfully in the ministry of World Overcomers as we deny our flesh for a spiritual and natural purpose. Indeed, our spirits, souls, and bodies are cleansed and renewed during this special time. So we take this sacred time of prayer and fasting seriously as we look forward to what God has in store for us collectively and individually each year.
Pastor Andy's Fast:
This year Pastor Andy will be doing 14 days (Jan 2- 15) of no food (only juice & water) and 19 days (Jan 16-Feb 3) of the Daniel Fast/Zone Diet.
Fasting Options For You:
1. Sun up to sun down
2. One meal per day (no sweets!)
3. No caffeine: coffee, soda, or tea (This may be a great time to give up soda altogether since it is so bad for you.)
4. The Daniel Fast/Zone Diet (www.zonediet.com)
5. Fruits and vegetables only, no meat.
6. No complex carbohydrates: bread, pasta, potatoes, sweets
7. No tobacco (If tobacco has you, this is a great time to kick it out of your life.)
Some Scriptures About Fasting
2 Chronicles 20:1-15
Ezra 8:21-23
Joel 1:13-14
Isaiah 58:1-9
Jonah 3:3-10
Matthew 4:2
Matthew 6:16-17
Mark 2:19-20
Acts 13:2-3
Acts 14:23
Practical Tips
1. Drink lots of water!
Water transports nutrients, carries away wastes, & hydrates cells, so drink up, and remember to drink distilled water if you are not eating.
2. Did you know?
Drinking cold beverages makes your body work harder to stay at a normal temperature. During periods of fasting, this could consume lots of energy and make you tired. To help preserve energy, consider drinking beverages at room temperature.
3. What to Expect
When you fast your body eliminates toxins from your system. This can cause mild discomfort such as headaches and irritability, especially during withdrawal from caffeine and sugars. And naturally, you will have hunger pains.
When this happens, consider the following moderate activities that can help take your mind off of your discomfort & replace meal times:
• Play board games or participate in other family activities
• Read a book you’ve always wanted to read
• Learn a new craft or hobby
• Finish a project or chore
• Journal
• Read the Word/Pray
• Rest
Click here for the Complete Consecration Guide. It has more information about the ZONE Diet and Nutrition & Health Guide.
Do You Still Have Questions?
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