One common mistake people make during the Fast of Daniel is simply replacing secular content with Christian content. Some people stop watching worldly shows or scrolling through social media – which is great – but then immediately fill that space with hours of Biblical series, church-related YouTube videos, gospel music, etc.
Although these things are spiritually healthier and uplifting – and can be beneficial during these 21 days – we can’t let them become our “new entertainment.”
The purpose of the Fast of Daniel is not just to swap one type of content for another. It’s to go deeper, develop a personal connection with God, and hear His voice more clearly. And this cannot happen if your mind is constantly filled with information – even good information.
It’s wonderful to have access to so many faith-based resources, but we must be careful not to treat them as substitutes for a true relationship with God.
Someone can watch Christian content from morning to night and still go to bed feeling spiritually dry. Why? Because they never took the time to meditate on the Word, sat quietly to talk to God and allow the Holy Spirit to speak to them. Activity is not the same as connection. You can be spiritually “busy” and still feel distant from the Lord.
So yes, keep engaging with the messages of faith we share daily and take moments to enjoy quality time with your family watching a Biblical series, but use these as tools to enhance your personal connection with God – and never in exchange for it.
Take a step back and give God the quiet, undivided attention He deserves. Disconnect – so you can truly connect – and seek His transformation and power.
