Join us as we prepare our hearts for a year of faithfulness to Jesus! 

March 5 - April 17, 2025

How can I be a part of our 40 days of prayer and fasting?

1. Ask God if and what you should fast.​

2. Read below for more information on fasting. 

We hope you will join us in our church wide fast! We truly believe this season of prayer and fasting will help heighten your hunger for the things of God. 

Why Should I Fast?

When we fast, we deny ourselves things we love for something we love even more. There are many ways to fast–all foods, partial fasts, and media fasts.

What does the Bible say about fasting?

Biblical fasting, unlike fasting for medical or health reasons, must be done with an attitude of seriousness and sincerity. When we fast, we willingly deprive the body of nourishment and the pleasurable taste of food. The body requires food for sustenance; therefore our hearts and minds must be totally focused and directed toward God so that He may be the full source of our strength during our period of fasting.

Fasting must also be done in an attitude of humility. It is not necessary for others to know we are fasting; it is directed toward God. “But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, [18] that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” Matthew 6:17-18 ESV

In addition to our attitudes toward God and our stance before man, our motives must also be correct. We should fast to further the building up of God’s kingdom by seeking to minister to others. The prophet Isaiah received from the Lord the acceptable motives for our fasts. “Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh?” Isaiah 58:6-7 ESV

Fasts may last for varying lengths of time–one day, three days, seven days, or more. We should prayerfully seek the Lord about the length of our fast. Fasting should have an object in mind; we should have a clear idea of the need and purpose. One of the most pressing reasons for Christian fasting may be revival: “Will you not revive us again…” Psalm 85:6 ESV

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Types of Fasts

• Full Fast: Drink only liquids (you establish the number of days).

• Daniel Fast: Eat no meat, no sweets, and no bread. Drink water and juice. Eat fruits and vegetables.

• Three-Day Fast: This fast can be a Full Fast, a Daniel Fast, or giving up at least one item of food.

• Partial Fast: A partial fast is 6:00am-3:00pm, or from sunup to sundown. You can select from three types of fasting—a Full Fast, Daniel Fast or giving up at least one item of food.

• Media Fast: Eliminate any choice of media influence–television, movies, Internet, gaming systems, cell phones, etc.