break up the ground

21 days of prayer and fasting

Break Up the Ground is our 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting here at New Life Baptist. From September 13 to October 3, through Prayer and Fasting, we have the opportunity to take everyday things that we eat or participate in and turn them into opportunities to spend time praying to God.

DANIEL FAST. For three weeks, Daniel, who was a prophet during a time when Israel lived in exile, abstained only from "delicacies" like meat and wine (Daniel 10:3). During this fast you will remove meats, sweets, breads, and only consume plant-based meals.

PARTIAL FAST. In this type of fast, you will abstain from eating any food the morning or the evening. This can be for a specific set of time such as 6 am to 3 pm or from sunrise to sunset.

COMPLETE FAST. A complete fast means to drink only liquids, usually water and juices.

SPECIFIC FASTS. This option is great for those that don't have experience in food fasts or have health restrictions. You will fast things that can be distracting, such as, social media or television until the end of the fast and then bring these items back slowly.