My Real Experience With a 7 Day Fast and Prayer

I recently decided to commit to a 7 day fast and prayer journey, and honestly, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect when I started. Most people hear "seven days without food" and think it's either a recipe for disaster or some impossible feat reserved for monks on a mountaintop. But for me, it was about hitting a spiritual reset button that I desperately needed. It wasn't just about testing my willpower or trying to lose a few pounds; it was about quieting the noise of everyday life enough to actually hear myself think—and hopefully, to hear from God too. ...

May 4, 2026 · 7 min · Dolev Beaton