Saving the Lost at ANY Cost
STL RESTORATION CHURCH - Bishop Johnny L. & 1st Lady Donna Bell
Restoration Family of Ministries (R.F.O.M)
21 Day Corporate Prayer & Fasting
How to Fast
Please do a water only fast for as long as you can. When that is finished, please start a “Daniel” Fast — NO MEATS, NO SWEETS.
Please don't do the water fast or the Daniel Fast if you're not medically able. We don't want anyone to jeopardize their health. Instead give up something else you enjoy. For example you can stop watching television or doom scrolling on social media. If you smoke cigarettes (and we hope you don't) take a break from it. There are many ways you can fast. Choose the best one for you.
What's a Daniel Fast
The Daniel Fast is a biblically-inspired, partial fast focused on spiritual growth, involving a strict plant-based diet (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, water) for 10-21 days, abstaining from meat, dairy, sugar, caffeine, and alcohol, with the goal of drawing closer to God, not weight loss, though it mirrors vegan principles.
What to Eat
- Fruits & Vegetables: All types, fresh or frozen.
- Whole Grains: Oats, brown rice, quinoa, barley, whole wheat products.
- Legumes: Beans, lentils, peas (dried or canned without additives).
- Nuts & Seeds: Unsalted, raw, or roasted (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds).
- Oils: Olive, coconut, avocado.
- Water: The primary beverage, plus some unsweetened plant milks, some 100% juices, sparkling water, and vinegar.
What to Avoid
- Animal Products: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy.
- Sweeteners: Sugar, honey, maple syrup, agave, chocolate.
- Processed Foods: White flour, additives, preservatives, refined grains.
- Caffeine: Coffee, tea, energy drinks, soda.
- Alcohol: All forms.
- Leavened Bread: Yeast breads are generally excluded.
Purpose & Duration
- Spiritual Focus: To quiet distractions, seek God, and build spiritual discipline, not for weight loss.
- Duration: Most commonly 21 days (three weeks), based on Daniel's prayer fast, but 10 or 40 days are also observed.
Inspiration
- Book of Daniel: Based on Daniel 1 (abstaining from the king's rich food) and Daniel 10 (avoiding choice foods, meat, wine for three weeks).
Focus Scripture for 01.11.26 - 01.18.26
Isaiah 58:6-12 (The Voice Bible)
6 No, what I want in a fast is this: to liberate those tied down and held back by injustice, to lighten the load of those heavily burdened, to free the oppressed and shatter every type of oppression.
7 A fast for Me involves sharing your food with people who have none, giving those who are homeless a space in your home, Giving clothes to those who need them, and not neglecting your own family.
8 Then, oh then, your light will break out like the warm, golden rays of a rising sun; in an instant, you will be healed. Your rightness will precede and protect you; the glory of the Eternal will follow and defend you.
9 Then when you do call out, “My God, Where are You?” The Eternal One will answer, “I am here, I am here.” If you remove the yoke of oppression from the downtrodden among you, stop accusing others, and do away with mean and inflammatory speech,
10 If you make sure that the hungry and oppressed have all that they need, then your light will shine in the darkness, And even your bleakest moments will be bright as a clear day.
11 The Eternal One will never leave you; He will lead you in the way that you should go. When you feel dried up and worthless, God will nourish you and give you strength. And you will grow like a garden lovingly tended; you will be like a spring whose water never runs out.
12 You will discover there are people among your own who can rebuild this broken-down city out of the ancient ruins; You will firm up its ancient foundations. And all around, others will call you “Repairer of Broken-Down Walls” and “Rebuilder of Livable Streets.”
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Isaiah 58 reminds us that the kind of fasting God cares about isn’t just skipping meals — it’s opening our hearts. Real fasting shows up in how we treat people. It looks like lifting someone’s burden, helping those who are struggling, and choosing kindness when it would be easier to look away.
When your fast becomes compassion in action, God brings healing, clarity, and strength. Even when you feel empty or worn out, He fills you back up. Your life starts to shine again, even in dark moments.
God sees the quiet sacrifices you’re making. And as you pour out, He promises to fill you back up. He guides you, strengthens you, and refreshes you like a garden that never runs dry.
Welcome to STLRC Children’s & Youth Ministry!
We invite all kids and teens to join us every 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday for a time of fun, friendship, and faith. Our ministry offers engaging activities, delicious snacks, and uplifting worship designed just for young people.
Everyone is welcome! Come make new friends and experience worship in a new way!
Inspire Hope—Support STL Restoration Church
Your support to STL Restoration Church changes lives. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, every tax-deductible gift helps us provide free homes and hope for those overcoming addiction—without any state or federal funding. Your generosity is a lifeline. To give, scan the STL Restoration Church QR Code. Thanks for your help!
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STL Restoration Church Church Weekly Schedule
Monday - Prayer Service
Our Prayer Service begins at 7:00 pm
Tuesday - "The SET" at 7:00 pm
Join us for this powerful Intercessory Prayer Service at 7:00 pm. You can find out more about it below.
Wednesday - BLASTING (weather permitting) at 6:00 pm
We take our ministry to the streets to share our stories, uplift the community and offer prayer. Meet at the church at 6:00 pm to find out the BLAST location.
Thursday - Bible Study at 7:00 pm
The best way to learn about God and build relationship with Him is by studying His Word. Scripture taught in a meaningful and enlightening way. Service starts at 7:00 pm
SUNDAY MORNING CELEBRATION! at 11:00 am
Join us for our wonderful Praise and Worship service with thought provoking messages from the Word of God.
Feed The Sheep Every 4th Sunday of the Month
Our Feed the Sheep Ministry is every 4th Sunday to share a free meal and show love to our Community. We will be Feeding the Sheep at STLRC on SUNDAY January 25. 2026. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please use the “I want to Volunteer” QR Code in the STLRC QR Codes for Church Ministries section above.
The STLRC Food Pantry is open!
The Food Pantry will be open every 3rd Saturday of the month from 12 pm until 2 pm. Our next food pantry is January 17, 2026 from 12 pm-2 pm. It is open to anyone in the community in need.
All that is required is the participants’ name, number in their household and their address. If you need to register for the food pantry, get more information on how to donate to or help with the food pantry please scan the QR Code below under STLRC QR Codes and Other Information.