Consecration
As we come to the close of 10 years of ministry at GHRM and walk into a brand new decade, it is once again, our desire to finish this season in prayer and unity and walk into the next season in prayer and unity and purpose. We can not be successful without the power of God with us and in us. Therefore we have declared this time of consecration and prayer so that we may prepare ourselves for what the Lord is about to do in us and through us. We ask that all of our GHRM family read and adhere to the guideline listed below and commit to prayer and word study over the assigned scriptures, prayer gatherings and Spiritual Check-Up messages during these days. We are anticipating the Lord to meet us during and at the conclusion of our time of consecration and prayer.
Consecration Guidelines
FOODS TO EAT
All fruits. These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned. Fruits include but are not limited to apples, apricots, bananas, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, cantaloupe, cherries, cranberries, figs, grapefruit, grapes, guava, honeydew melon, kiwi, lemons, limes, mangoes, nectarines, oranges, papayas, peaches, pears, pineapples, plums, prunes, raisins, raspberries, strawberries, tangelos, tangerines, watermelon.
All vegetables. These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned. Vegetables include but are not limited to artichokes, asparagus, beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, chili peppers, collard greens, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, ginger root, kale, leeks, lettuce, mushrooms, mustard greens, okra, onions, parsley, potatoes, radishes, rutabagas, scallions, spinach, sprouts, squashes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, turnips, watercress, yams, zucchini.
All whole grains, including but not limited to whole wheat, brown rice, millet, quinoa, oats, barley, grits, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat tortillas, rice cakes and popcorn
All nuts and seeds, including but not limited to sunflower seeds, cashews, peanuts, sesame. Also nut butters including peanut butter
All legumes. These can be canned or dried. Legumes include but are not limited to dried beans, pinto beans, split peas, lentils, black eyed peas, kidney beans, black beans, cannellini beans, white beans.
All quality oils including but not limited to olive, canola, grape seed, peanut, and sesame, coconut.
Dairy, soy and almond milk products are permitted, but only as a use to aid in cooking. This includes but is not limited to milk, cheese, cream, butter, and eggs and yogurts.
Beverages: spring water, distilled water or other pure waters, all natural fruit juices and smoothies.
Other: tofu, soy products, vinegar, seasonings, salt, herbs and spices, broth, bouillon and gravy.
FOODS TO REFRAIN FROM EATING
All meat and animal products including but not limited to beef, lamb, pork, poultry. Fish permitted 1 meal per week ONLY
All sweeteners including but not limited to sugar, raw sugar, syrups, molasses, and cane juice (with the exception of honey).
All leavened bread including Ezekiel Bread (it contains yeast and honey) and baked goods
All refined and processed food products including but not limited to artificial flavorings, food additives, chemicals, white rice, white flour, and foods that contain artificial preservatives.
All deep fried foods including but not limited to potato chips, French fries, corn chips
All solid fats including shortening, margarine, lard and foods high in fat.
Beverages including but not limited to, carbonated beverages, energy drinks, and alcohol, with the exception of coffee, tea, herbal teas
If you have a known or suspected physical disability or illness, please do not fast except in consultation with, and under the supervision of, a qualified doctor. Pregnant or nursing mothers should not fast food or drink as it could negatively affect the health and development of their baby and their own personal health.
