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Every January, we as a church, enter into 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting. We do this to help us refocus our hearts on God and to incline our ears to His voice. It is through Him that we receive divine direction, strength, blessings, comfort, and breakthroughs in our lives.
Why should I fast? Fasting is a spiritual discipline that can bring greater clarity and revelation.
• Definition: To abstain from physical nourishment for a time for spiritual reasons.
• Types: 1) Water only. 2) Restriction of normal diet (i.e. Daniel 10:2-3). Or consider maintaining an attitude of personal denial by avoiding unnecessary foods, such as sugar or carbohydrates.
• Methods: Choose one day, several days, or all 21 days. Choose one meal, two meals or all three. (Note, if you have health concerns, please check with your physician first.)
• Types: 1) Water only. 2) Restriction of normal diet (i.e. Daniel 10:2-3). Or consider maintaining an attitude of personal denial by avoiding unnecessary foods, such as sugar or carbohydrates.
• Methods: Choose one day, several days, or all 21 days. Choose one meal, two meals or all three. (Note, if you have health concerns, please check with your physician first.)
• Biblical Attitudes Toward Fasting:
- Turning from Sin (2 Chronicles 7:14-15, Daniel 9:1-23).
- Seeking God’s Will (Luke 4:1-14, Esther 4).
- Expecting Answers (Daniel 10:1-14, Acts 13:1-4).
• Other Considerations: Limit things that present distractions (i.e. TV, video games and social media), or pleasurable substances such as alcohol or tobacco.
- Turning from Sin (2 Chronicles 7:14-15, Daniel 9:1-23).
- Seeking God’s Will (Luke 4:1-14, Esther 4).
- Expecting Answers (Daniel 10:1-14, Acts 13:1-4).
• Other Considerations: Limit things that present distractions (i.e. TV, video games and social media), or pleasurable substances such as alcohol or tobacco.
Journaling and Bible Reading Resources
Our S.O.A.P. Journal is a simple way to engage with God's Word through Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. Download the journal below and use it during your devotions.
YouVersion's Online Bible Reading Plan takes you through the entire Bible with two readings each day: one Old Testament and one New Testament. It includes 314 days of readings, allowing days for catch up.
Lectio 365 is an app that features short devotionals and scriptures every morning, midday, and evening to help you pause in God's presence and create space for Him to speak to you throughout your day.
Looking for a printed Bible with study notes? Pastor Kirk recommends the NKJV, Spirit-Filled Life Bible, Hardcover with study notes drawn from a team of spirit-led scholars, led by Pastor Jack Hayford, founding pastor of The Church on the Way and chancellor of The King’s University.
Fasting Resources
This practical guide will help you prepare, stay focused, and grow spiritually throughout your fasting journey.
This in-depth, online course will teach you the purpose, principles, and practical steps of the Daniel Fast.
Share Your Experience!
We are excited to see how God moves in you during this 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting! Keep us posted on your journey by emailing us at: Info@LoveOfChristChurch.org.