We are so expectant about our 21 days of prayer and fasting. below you will find videos for each day and some thoughts about fasting.
Faith moves forward through surrender. As a church, we believe God is calling us forward in faith—not just in vision, but in devotion. Before God moves us forward externally, He often invites us to slow down and realign internally. Prayer and fasting are one of the primary ways God does that work in His people.
During these 21 days, we’re intentionally creating space to seek God, quiet competing appetites, and position our hearts to hear His voice more clearly.
Why Prayer & Fasting?
Throughout Scripture, fasting is connected to:
• Spiritual clarity
• Humility and repentance
• Direction and discernment
• Breakthrough and renewal
Fasting doesn’t force God’s hand. It aligns our hearts with His will.
When we willingly lay something down, we remind ourselves—physically and spiritually—that we depend on God more than anything else.
What Is Biblical Fasting?
Biblical fasting is the intentional abstaining from food for a set period of time in order to seek God more fully.
This matters, because Scripture consistently presents fasting as something that involves our bodies—not just our schedules. Our stomachs are one of the strongest places of appetite and desire. When food is withheld, the flesh is humbled and the spirit is sharpened.
That physical hunger becomes a spiritual invitation:
• To pray
• To listen
• To realign
• To trust
Fasting is not about deprivation for its own sake. It’s about subduing lesser appetites so greater hunger for God can rise.
What Fasting Is Not
Let’s be clear and healthy about this:
• Fasting is not about earning God’s favor
• Fasting is not a way to manipulate outcomes
• Fasting is not punishment
• Fasting is not spiritual performance
Jesus assumes His followers will fast, but He also teaches that it should be done with humility, sincerity, and joy—not pressure or pride.
Forward in Faith Begins with Surrender
Every step of faith begins with surrender.
Before God moves us forward in what we do, He often works deeply in who we are. Fasting helps expose what has quietly taken control of our appetites, emotions, and attention—not to shame us, but to free us.
As those things are surrendered, faith finds room to grow.
Choosing Your Fast
There is no single “right” fast—but there is a biblical pattern.
Scripture consistently shows fasting as involving food in some way. Because of that, we strongly encourage everyone who is able to include abstaining from food to some degree during this season. That said, wisdom and grace matter. Ask God: “What are You inviting me to lay down so I can lean in more fully?”
Common Fasting Options
1. Full Fast
Abstaining from food for a set period of time (water only). This is the most intense option and should be approached with wisdom and medical consideration.
2. Partial Fast
Limiting food intake in some way, such as:
• Skipping one or two meals a day
• Fasting from sunrise to sunset
• A Daniel-style fast (simple, whole foods) For many people, this is the most sustainable and spiritually fruitful option.
3. Selective Fast
Removing certain foods or drinks, such as:
• Sugar • Caffeine • Sweets • Fast food
This kind of fast still engages physical hunger while creating space for spiritual focus.
A Word About Non-Food “Fasts”
You may hear people talk about fasting social media, TV, or other distractions. While Scripture does not define these as biblical fasting, cutting out the noise can be incredibly helpful—and often necessary.
We encourage this as a complement, not a replacement.
Abstaining from media, entertainment, or constant connectivity can:
• Reduce mental clutter
• Create margin for prayer
• Help you become more aware of God’s presence
But biblically speaking, fasting involves food because physical hunger exposes and retrains desire in a unique way. If possible, consider pairing any non-food restrictions with some form of food-based fasting.
Replace, Don’t Just Remove
Removing something without replacing it will only leave frustration.
Every hunger pang, craving, or moment of quiet becomes an invitation:
• To pray instead of scroll
• To read Scripture instead of snack
• To worship instead of distract
This is where faith is formed—not in grand moments, but in daily surrender.
What You May Experience
Fasting is honest work.
You may experience:
• Physical hunger or fatigue
• Heightened emotions
• Irritability
• Spiritual sensitivity
• Increased clarity
These moments aren’t signs you’re doing it wrong. Often, they’re evidence that God is working beneath the surface.
Grace-Filled Faithfulness
A few reminders for the journey:
• If you miss a day, don’t quit
• If your fast looks different than someone else’s, that’s okay
• Don’t compare or compete
• Let grace—not guilt—lead you God honors obedience and sincerity, not extremes.
Scripture to Anchor You
Consider spending time daily in:
• Matthew 6:1–18
• Isaiah 58
• Psalm 63
• Joel 2
• Acts 13:1–3
• James 4:8
Even short, focused time with God can produce lasting spiritual fruit.
Why We’re Doing This Together
As we move forward in faith, we’re believing God for:
• Deeper hunger for His presence
• Renewed spiritual focus
• Clear direction
• Strengthened faith and obedience
• Lives transformed by God’s work
This season is not about striving harder—it’s about drawing closer.
A Final Encouragement
If this is your first time fasting, start simply.
If you’ve fasted before, stay humble.
If it feels challenging, stay faithful.
God promises: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8)
We’re expectant for what God will do in you—and in us—as we step forward in faith together.