FAQ
Are all of the Forty Forty Challenges the same?
Yes, if you do not buy the added Bible Challenges to do more than one challenge all of the challenges are the same and the only difference is the start/end dates. Check out our Bible Challenges if you would like to do more challenges.
What are all the challenge dates?
New Years Challenge Date
Start Date: January 1st
End Date: February 9th
Easter Challenge Date
Start Date: March 5th
End Date: April 13th
Spring Challenge Date
Start Date: April 21st
End Date: May 30th
Summer Challenge Date
Start Date: June 2nd
End Date: July 11th
Late-Summer Challenge Date
Start Date: July 14th
End Date: August 22nd
Fall Challenge Date
Start Date: August 25th
End Date: October 3rd
Why do you have more than one challenge date?
To fit everyone’s busy schedules we are giving everyone the opportunity to choose when they do their Forty Forty Challenge. We have broken the year into 6 different challenge quarters. Choose the one that fits the best for your life!
What are the 40 challenges like? Can you give some examples?
The 40 optional challenges are meant to help you grow to be more like Jesus and develop Jesus Habits. The challenges could be: create a prayer list for the 40 days, make a meal for a neighbor, or call someone you have not talked to in a long time and catch up 🤍
When will I get my challenge packet?
We send out the challenge packets weekly. You will get your challenge packet before the start date of your challenge, do not worry :)
Am I able to JUST order the pamphlet with the readings and challenges?
Unfortunately, that is not an option that we offer. We believe that you will get the most out of the challenge when you order the challenge kit. You can order the kit here:
Can I do more than 1 mile a day?
Yes, you can do as many miles as you would like. However, if you were to run 5 miles you will want to make sure that at least one of those miles is focused on Christ. One mile a day counts towards the challenge, unless you need to do a make up day.
Do I have to walk?
You can choose if you want to run or walk 1 mile per day. If you are unable to walk or run a mile a day, find a physical fitness activity that can amount to 20 minutes a day to focus on Christ.
How do I join the facebook accountability group?
If you purchased the challenge you will have a link in your email inviting you to the facebook accountability group. You will also receive several QR codes within your packaging that brings you to where you need to go. If you did not receive an email than please message us and we will help you out.
fortyfortychallenge@gmail.com
What kind of t-shirt do we get?
3001 UNISEX JERSEY SHORT SLEEVE TEE
Color: Heather Military Green
This updated unisex essential fits like a well-loved favorite, featuring a crew neck, short sleeves and designed with superior combed and ring-spun cotton that acts as the best blank canvas for printing.
Features: Sideseamed. Retail fit. Unisex sizing. Shoulder taping.
Fabrication: 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 32 single 4.2 oz. (Ash - 99% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% poly)
Chest To Fit:
Small: 34"-37"
Medium: 38"-41"
Large: 42"-45"
XL: 46"-49"
2XL: 50"-53"
3XL: 54"-57"
Can I switch out my shirt if it does not fit?
Just like a regular race we do not change out shirts once your shirt has shipped. Please choose a shirt size larger than you would typically go if you are nervous the shirt will not fit.
Do we need to do all 40 days/miles in a row?
We understand life happens, although we suggest you do all 40 days/miles in a row, if you miss a day just double up the next day, etc.
Do we have to do the challenges?
Challenges are optional. Within 40 days you will have the opportunity to complete 40 challenges. Your challenges will be attached to your daily scripture readings. The challenges are created to help grow your faith while learning to act more like Christ. Most people read their devotional for the day and then that is it. We are challenging you to bring your devotional to life with our 40 challenges.
Where do your proceeds go?
A percentage of our proceeds go towards our yearly scholarship. Check out our Scholarship link above and see how you can apply and who the winners were last year. The rest of our proceeds go towards our team (packers, marketers, sellers, planners, etc) and keeping the business growing to get more people walking with Jesus. If you have any questions about that we can give you more details in an email.
Can I sign up a friend?
Absolutely, you are welcome to sign up your friends and family. This is a great gift during the Holiday Season.
Is The Forty Forty Challenge a Bible Study?
We do NOT consider this a Bible study as we do not give questions or discussion points throughout your readings. Please feel free to reach out to your pastor for some questions to think about or look up studies that may go along with your readings to help you better understand the context of the verses. We also recommend study version Bibles for this reason!
This challenge is focused at creating Jesus Habits! For those that are already in His Word and want to keep up the habit and also for those looking to gradually get into the Word more and make it a habit, all while challenging yourself to put your faith into action through our optional daily challenges, and grow physically through walking/running 1 mile per day. We want you to desire Him and to continue desiring Him. Sometimes, Bible studies can feel like homework and we don’t want that for you! We want you to figure out the pace that is best for you and this is hopefully the initial step to more in depth readings and studies 😊
What is your refund policy?
We do not have any refunds. Please see our refund policy page.
However, if we make a mistake we will make good on the mistake that is made. Please email fortyfortychallenge@gmail.com with any questions that you might have.
Can I do previous years challenges?
We do not have that option as once the year is over we stop ordering that specific inventory. However, in the future, we will be releasing the past readings again. Stay tuned!
Can I invite other people to the facebook accountability group?
You can invite anyone that is signed up for the challenge. However, you cannot invite anyone that is not signed up. They will be declined if they did not purchase the challenge.
How do we track our miles?
You can track your miles any way you would like, but most people just track their mile with their smart phone. There are a ton of apps out there to track mileage, if you need help please send us an email or make a post in the facebook group and see what your accountability group is using.
What if I put in the wrong address?
If you put in the wrong address you will need to cover the cost of sending your package back out.
How do I sign up?
Go to our “shop” link above and click on the challenge.
Where are you located?
We are located out of Wisconsin, but the Forty Forty Challenge runs nation-wide. We have had challengers from all 50 states!
I did not complete the challenge date I bought, can I join the next challenge date?
Yes, please send us an email and we will help you out.
fortyfortychallenge@gmail.com
Can my sticker go through the dish washer?
We would suggest hand washing for the sticker to last as long as possible.