The goal of fasting is to draw nearer to God.

Biblical fasting always has to do with eliminating distractions for a spiritual purpose; it hits the reset button of our soul and renews us from the inside out. It also enables us to celebrate the goodness and mercy of God and prepares our hearts for all the good things God desires to bring into our lives.

Remember, your personal fast should present a level of challenge, but it is very important to know your body, your options, and, most importantly, to seek God in prayer and follow what the Holy Spirit leads you to do.

GUIDELINES & INFORMATION

Not sure how to fast?  This document gives you some clear guidelines and instructions you need to consider when fasting.  Please read it carefully to help you throughout the fast.

 

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TYPES OF FASTS

*If you have any health concerns, it is recommended to consult a Doctor prior to beginning one of these fasts.

Complete Fast

In this type of fast, you drink only liquids, typically water with light juices as an option. (You should consult with a physician if you are contemplating this type of fast)

Selective Fast

This type of fast involves removing certain elements from your diet. One example of a selective fast is the Daniel Fast, during which you remove meat, sweets, and bread from your diet and consume water and juice for fluids and fruits and vegetables for food.

Partial Fast

This fast is sometimes called the “Jewish Fast” and involves abstaining from eating any type of food in the morning and afternoon. This can either correlate to specific times of the day, such as 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, or from sunup to sundown.

MORE FASTING RESOURCES

Books
1. God’s Chosen Fast by Arthur Wallis
2. Awakening by Stovall Weems
3. Fasting by Jentezen Franklin

Articles
– 7 Basic Steps to Successful Fasting & Prayer
– Your Personal Guide To Fasting & Prayer

Reading Plans on the Bible App for 2024

Check out some of these helpful reading plans on the Bible app to guide you along your 21 day fasting journey! To begin reading, just click the title you’re interested in!

21 Days of Fasting & Prayer | James River Church
The James River Church 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer Devotion plan is designed to encourage and strengthen you as you devote this time to walking closer with the Lord. The plan consists of short devotions and a Scripture reading plan for each day. We know that as you spend time fasting and praying, you will see God do more than you can ask or imagine!

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting | International Family Church
Over the next 21 days, we invite you to give God time each day intentionally. This devotional includes daily topics with bible-based thoughts, scripture, and a prayer. Topics range from having a heart after God forgiveness, and developing patience to pray for your family, city, and missionaries worldwide.

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting | Cornwall Church
“He must increase, but I must decrease.” (John 3:30) This is the essence of Biblical fasting; decrease and increase. Saying “no” to something good to say “yes” to something, or Someone, better. As we deny ourselves, it is important to keep our focus on the One we are pursuing.

21 Days of Fasting and Prayer: Let It Rain | James River Church
This plan consists of short devotions and a scripture reading plan for each day. We know that as you spend time fasting and praying, we will see God’s Holy Spirit rain down into our lives, our churches, and our world!

Open Heaven: 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer | Victory Family Centre
We invite you on a 21-day journey towards an Open Heaven with this devotional plan. God desires for us to lead a life of purpose, victory, and abundance. This plan by Victory Family Centre Singapore will take you through 21 days of seeking Him and seeing an Open Heaven over your life.