A Daniel Fast meal plan can guide you on dinner options and recipes, but here’s the problem you may still run into . . . If you’re frazzled from a busy day of working, studying, or chasing kids, then tackling a brand new recipe at dinnertime can be overwhelming. Find out how meal planning and easy dinner substitutions can give you more time and focus.

I see fasting as an opportunity to draw closer to God. When I fast, I'm in a sense sacrificing something that I enjoy to seek God's face, His direction, and inviting Him to be in everything that I am, have, or am doing.

Here are a few reasons why fasting in the months of August, September, or October can help create a fresh Fall start for your spiritual life.

This roasted vegetable recipe is so easy and versatile. You can toss a medley of vegetables in some olive oil with your favorite seasonings and herbs, spread in a sheet pan, and roast in the oven for a great side dish or even main dinner entree.

Now is the time for summer veggies! This is an easy recipe for roasting squash, and could also be used for zucchini. I love the flavor and texture of roasting squash.

Have you been in a season of transition or change lately? One of the great benefits of fasting is pressing in to hear God's voice. A word from God gives us encouragement, alignment and direction, and we need this spiritual sustenance – especially when we sense something new is on the horizon.

Peanut Soba Noodles - yum! This soba noodle dish is a great vegan meal and way to get extra veggies in your diet with a lot of flavor.

What is your best advice for someone who is new to fasting? Pray about it. I have done it teamed up with my husband and also with a colleague or two too. The first times of doing one it was helpful to have others doing it with me. God got this! Lean in!

What is your best advice for someone who is new to fasting? Start small and gradually increase the duration and intensity of your fast. The goal is not primarily physical (although your physical body can receive great benefits from fasting) but it’s about building up your spirit and drawing closer to the Lord.

Whether you’ve fasted many times before or you’re brand new to fasting, you have a valuable experience to share. Read more about others experiences with fasting and consider sharing your own story.

Is this summer more hectic than you imagined? Are you looking for peace and stillness in spite of busy schedules? Time to make this your best summer ever as you draw close to the Lord and decide to press pause, set boundaries, and live intentionally in the moment.

In this post, we’ll talk about how long your fast could be, what the Bible says about how long Daniel fasted, and the significance of numbers in the Bible.

There are many plant-based sources of protein that will ensure you get all the nutrients you need while on your Daniel Fast.

The keys to this battle are staying anchored in the truth, rooted in love, believing the best of others, and being obedient to what God has called us to do. We have the responsibility to filter through and stand against the accusations, slander, and doubt the enemy tries to throw at us, “and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:2).

Can you eat nuts on a Daniel Fast? What about nut butters on the Daniel Fast?

The short answer is yes. However, you should be careful about the types of nuts and nut butters you choose when you're on a Daniel Fast. Below are some helpful tips for reading ingredient labels and a comparison of two different types of nuts. You can see clearly why one is better for the Daniel Fast (and your health)!

This vegan soup recipe is simple, but surprisingly tasty and filling. You can use canned white beans or go the extra mile with dried beans, just soak 8-24 hours prior to making your soup.

Roasting broccoli and cauliflower (aka baking in the oven) is an easy cooking method that yields amazing flavor. Just a little bit of oil, sea salt, and pepper, and the crispy texture and flavor from cooking in the oven will be a nice change if you’re used to raw or steamed vegetables.

Farro is a delicious whole grain with a satisfying consistency and great nutritional benefits including protein, fiber, iron, B vitamins and more. Although mainly associated with Italian dishes, farro originated thousands of years ago and was consumed throughout the fertile crescent. Here is a Mediterranean Farro Whole Grain Recipe!

The mustard seed is tiny. But this small seed was all that was needed to produce a faith that would move mountains. Sometimes the most challenging things, and the most powerful things, come from a small beginning.

I’ve learned how important it is to nurture your baby seeds. In the days following a revelation, a powerful God encounter, or a breakthrough moment you need to be extra attentive and aware of what is happening spiritually. This is a prime time for the enemy to snatch those “baby seeds” away before they have a chance to be rooted and flourish.