The Daniel Fast for Spiritual Breakthrough [Unabridged] [Paperback]

Elmer L. Towns (Author)

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Publication Date: February 12, 2010

Elmer Towns’ Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough has become must-reading as this powerful spiritual discipline of fasting has seen a revival among followers of Christ. Now Towns digs deeper into one of the most popular forms of fasting today, the Daniel Fast. With an emphasis on a healthy, simple diet, The Daniel Fast is named after the prophet Daniel who participated in a partial fast for spiritual purposes. Daniel was taken captive into Babylon when he was 16 years old. The Babylonian king wanted the young prophet to help him administer his rule over the captive Jews—and he wanted to “Babylon-ize” Daniel, to make the young man of God more like him. The first step the king took in his campaign was to provide a sumptuous feast to tempt Daniel—food fit for a king— basically fattening comfort foods. In response, the prophet refrained from the king’s table, choosing instead to eat only vegetables and to drink only water. He honored God over
the king. Dr. Elmer Towns introduces readers to the spiritual, physical and mental basics of the Daniel Fast, coaching them through either a 10-day or 21-day period of renewal, and he includes original Daniel Fast recipes created by executive chef John P. Perkins. Dr. Towns addresses practical questions, such as what to eat and when, as well as how to pray effectively. Readers will learn how to encounter God during their fast, how to worship through self-discipline and how to pray for specific answers. They will also explore the role of weeping, repentance and spiritual warfare in their life of faith. Daniel is a model to God’s people of someone who chooses spiritual nourishment over bodily satisfaction, in The Daniel Fast for Spiritual Breakthrough, God’s people can learn to follow his example.

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Fasting has always been a powerful spiritual discipline, and the Daniel Fast has long been a popular form of fasting. But what is the Daniel Fast?

When the prophet Daniel was taken captive into Babylon, the king saw in him a promising leader and administrator. If only the young man could be “Babylon-ized,” perhaps he would help the king rule over the exiled Jews. The king’s first step toward Daniel’s “corruption” was to provide a sumptuous menu to tempt him, full of fattening comfort foods and rich wines. The prophet’s response was to eat only vegetables and drink only water. He chose to honor God over the king.

The prophet Daniel is a model for anyone who longs to honor God and experience the spiritual breakthrough that begins with prayer and self discipline. In this new guide to fasting, Dr. Elmer Towns, author of Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough, coaches you through a 10-day or 21-day period of renewal. He answers practical questions, such as what to eat and when, and addresses deeper issues as well—how to pray effectively, how to encounter God during your fast, how to worship through self-discipline, how to pray for specific answers, and, at the same time, how to fast with a healthy diet. You’ll also find original Daniel Fast recipes created by executive chef John P. Perkins. Choose spiritual nourishment over bodily satisfaction, as Daniel did, and invite God to change your life!

 

About the Author

ELMER L. TOWNS is Vice President and Dean of the School of Religion at Liberty University, which he co-founded in 1971 with Jerry Falwell. He teaches the 2,000-member pastor’s Sunday School class at Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia. Dr. Towns is a Gold Medallion Award-winning author, and his books include Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough and How to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Say. Elmer and his wife, Ruth, have three grown children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Regal (February 12, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830754733
• ISBN-13: 978-0830754731
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 0.8 x 5.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #33,766 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #42 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Other Practices > Ritual

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ELMER L. TOWNS is Vice President of Liberty University, where he also serves as Dean of the School of Religion. He cofounded the university with Jerry Falwell in 1971. Elmer teaches the 2,000-member pastor's Sunday School class at Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia. He is a Gold Medallion Award-winning author, and his books include Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough, How to Pray (When You Don't Know What to Say) and What Every Sunday School Teacher Should Know.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If used, will be life changing!, May 9, 2010

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Great Book. Loved illustrations of how this process affected their lives. How to information is great! Would love a little more information on what is allowed, but overall, is a fantastic book!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Daniel Fast For Spiritual Breakthrough, February 25, 2011

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"The Daniel Fast For Spiritual Breakthrough" by Elmer Towns is a delightful read for anyone wishing to pursue the Christian discipline of fasting.

Fasting may be defined as deliberately abstaining from something for a period of time in order to draw closer to God and to know Him more intimately. The person may fast from: television (not limited to food), a particular kind of food (dessert, for example), sport, hobby, or anything else.

Among the topics covered include:

1. Different kinds of fast.
2. Primary focus of a Daniel fast.
3. Preparing for a fast (how long, what to abstain from, etc.).
4. Definition of fasting.
5. A 21-day reading plan you may use during a fast.

The book is informative and will challenge and encourage you to consider a fast as a means for drawing closer to the Lord. I have periodically fasted during my 20+ years of walking with Christ and can attest to its power. I recently had a 3-day fast from lunch, radio, and television and benefitted spiritually.

Sometime ago I took a seminary class with Dr. Towns at Liberty University and thoroughly enjoyed the class. The book reads just as he teaches - entertaining, spiritually insightful, humble, and challenging.

Highly recommended.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Daniel Fast, October 16, 2010

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This is a very good for day to day fasting. It is very east to
understand & the devotions & recipes are very helpful.