21 Days of Fasting & Prayer
January 2nd - January 22nd
Days 1-3: Full Fast (liquids only)
Days 4-21: Church Wide Fast (Daniel Fast, liquids until 6pm, etc)
Follow along with a 21 Day devotional by our pastors & staff
How to Begin
Start with a clear goal. Be specific. Why are you fasting? Ask the Holy Spirit for guidance. Pray daily and read the Bible.
Another great promise, from the book of Isaiah, proclaims that the chosen fast will “undo the heavy burdens and let the oppressed go free.” As we come together to fast and pray, we believe that your burdens will be lifted and that financial blessings will be released into your life!
We encourage you to seek the Lord in prayer and let your decisions about your biblical fasting come from Him. Ask the Lord to show you areas to target during your time of fasting and prayer. We believe that, as we pray and seek God and give Him our best at the first of the year, He will bless our ENTIRE year (Matthew 6:33). Remember, we are also fasting corporately for direction for our church to be strategically positioned, prepared, and moving in His direction in every area for 2022.
Preparing Spiritually
Confess your sins to God. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal areas of weakness. Forgive all who have offended you and ask forgiveness from those you may have offended (Mark 11:25; Luke 11:4; 17:3-4). Surrender your life fully to Jesus Christ and reject the worldly desires that try to hinder you (Romans 12:1-2).
Deciding What to Fast
The type of fasting you choose is up to you. You could go on a full fast in which you only drink liquids until 6pm, or you may desire to fast like Daniel, who abstained from sweets and meats, and the only liquid he drank was water. The type of fast you choose is between you and God. Remember to replace that time with prayer and Bible study.
What to Expect
When you fast your body detoxifies, eliminating toxins from your system. This can cause mild discomfort such as headaches and irritability during withdrawal from caffeine and sugars. And naturally, you will have hunger pains. Limit your activity and exercise moderately. Take time to rest. Fasting brings about miraculous results. You are following Jesus’ example when you fast. Spend time listening to praise and worship. Pray as often as you can throughout the day. Get away from the normal distractions as much as possible and keep your heart and mind set on seeking God’s face.
Fasting Resources