This Season of Prayer and Fasting is a call to unite in prayer, to deepen our connection to God, and a collective rallying point to refocus our efforts to being disciples and making disciples.
Determine the Type of Fast (normal fast, absolute/total fast, or partial fast). VIEW FAST GUIDE
Invite friends, family and those on your FRANCES list to join!
Review the calendar and visit this page daily for daily prayer focus videos, scriptures, and important links!
Be intentional about setting aside time to read your Bible.
Getting Started :
Here is an example of how to structure this time:
The S.O.A.P. Devotional Model is a devotional tool that involves four steps:
Scripture: Read the Bible passage for the day
Observation: Note what you notice about the passage, such as the main message, or what verses jump out to you
Application: Consider how you can apply the passage to your life
Prayer: Pray to God based on what you've learned
Friday, Jan. 30
Commissioning Prayer
Reflection: Spend time in prayer, asking God to send workers into the harvest and committing to be a part of His mission.
Matthew 9:37-38
Wednesday, Jan. 28
Handling Difficult Conversations
Reflection: How can you prepare yourself to engage in respectful and meaningful conversations about faith.
1 Peter 3:15
Monday, Jan. 26
Dealing with Rejection
Reflection: Recognize that rejection is part of sharing the gospel and stay encouraged. Pray for boldness
Ephesians 6:19-20
Thursday, Jan. 29
On Step at a Time
Reflection: Trust in the Lord as you take steps in your evangelistic journey, knowing He directs your path.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Wednesday, Jan. 14
Power of Prayer: Prayer for those who we know who don’t know Jesus
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Monday, Jan. 12
God is our teacher
Prayer: Lord teach us to Pray
Luke 11
Wednesday, Jan. 21
Building Relationships
Colossians 4:2-6
Tuesday, Jan. 13
Pray with Persistence
Friday, Jan. 16
Do not be Anxious
Philippians 4
Monday, Jan. 19
Love for God
Matthew 22:37-38
Week three
power of prayer: boldness to evangelize
THURSDAY, JAN. 15
Thursday, Jan. 22
Engaging the Culture
by How we Live
Matthew 5:13-16
Tuesday, Jan. 20
Love for People
Matthew 22:39-40
Week One
Principles of Prayer: POWER TO PRAYER
Thursday, Jan. 15
PRAYER CALENDAR
WEEK ONE: PRINCIPLES OF PRAYER
Join us every weekday at noon EST for a virtual prayer gathering, Jan. 12–16.
MONDAY, JAN. 12
Tuesday, JAN. 13
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 14
Week TWO
PARTNERED PRAYER: HEART FOR EVANGELISM
FRIDAY, JAN. 16
Tuesday, Jan. 27
Equipping Yourself
2 Timothy 2:15
WEEK TWO: Partnered PRAYER
This week, we are partnering with someone to pray with.
MONDAY, JAN. 19
Dealing with Rejection
Scripture: Romans 1:16
Tuesday, JAN. 20
Boldness to Share the Gospel
Scripture: Acts 4:29
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21
Handling Difficult Situations
Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15
THURSDAY, JAN. 22
Being Authentic
Scripture: Philippians 1:27
FRIDAY, JAN. 23
The Joy in Sharing the Gospel
Scripture: Luke 15:10
WEEK Three: THE POWER OF PRAYER
Celebrate this week that God answers our prayers.
MONDAY, JAN. 26
Friday, Jan. 23
Sharing your Story
Reflection: Consider how you can be a light in your community and culture
Philippians 1:27
Love for God
Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38
Tuesday, JAN. 27
Love for People
Scripture: Matthew 22:39-40
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 28
Compassion like Jesus
Scripture: Matthew 9:36
THURSDAY, JAN. 29
Patience like God
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9
FRIDAY, JAN. 30
Divine Appointments
Scripture: Colossians 4:3
prayer wall
A guide to fasting
Why pray
& FAST?
There are some things that will only be changed because of prayer and fasting. Would you want to miss something that God has for you only because you did not pray and fast?
Matthew17:21: However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.
The Bible tells us to fast and to call a group together to cry out to the Lord.
Joel 1:14: Consecrate a fast, call a sacred assembly; gather the elders and all the inhabitants of the land into the houseof the Lord your God and cry out to the Lord.
Prayer is communicating and taking time to commune with God. We are told throughout the Bible to pray and to pray without ceasing (I Thessalonians 5:17).
One of the keys to a successful fast is staying in close communication with God.
Fasting without prayer is simply skipping a meal.
WhAT IS PRAYER?
To fast is to purposefully and voluntarily abstain from a pleasurable activity. This spiritual discipline is effective in focusing our attention away from the flesh and toward God. Fasting is also an effective response to challenging physical or emotional situations, circumstances, relationships and needs.
In Scripture, fasting is almost always linked to abstaining from food. However, there are other ways to fast as well. Anything that can be given up temporarily in order to focus on and grow closer to God can be considered a fast. One may choose to abstain from television, social media, certain types of foods or activities. Fasting should be limited to a set time (I Corinthians 7:5), especially when the fasting is from food. Some may choose to fast from sun up to sun down. Please
Note: You should not begin a fast from food, medicines or prescribed treatments without first consulting your personal physician. Some people may not be able to physically fast from food, but everyone can temporarily give up something in order to draw closer to God.
WhAT IS FASTING?
types of fasts
normal fast
To abstain from all forms of food and only drink water.
(Luke 4:1-2, Matthew 4:2-3 and Genesis 24:33)
absolute or total fast
To abstain from all food as well as water. This type of fast can be extremely dangerous if not done properly. Therefore, it is a limited fast and should last for a maximum of three days.
(Acts 9:9, Ezra 10:6, Esther 4:16, Exodus 34:28, Deuteronomy 9:9 and Deuteronomy 9:18)
To abstain from certain foods such as meats, sweets, carbohydrates, etc. Alternatively, you may only eat certain types of foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
(Daniel 1:12-15, Daniel 10:2-3 and Matthew 3:4)
partial fast
Prepares the Penitent Heart
Joel 2:12-12-13
Adds Power for Spiritual Service
Matthew 17:21
Aids in Pursuing God
Daniel 9:3
Aids in Focusing on God
Joel 2:12
Rewarded When Done Discreetly
Mathew 6:16-18
Puts Us in a Posture of Humility
Psalm 35:13
Weapon in Spiritual Warfare
Esther4:16
Sets the Captives Free
Isaiah 58:6
Ushers in Healing
Isaiah 58:8
Aids in receiving Direction
Acts 13:2
Get Specific Prayers Answered
Ezra 8:23
Aids in Receiving Revelation
Daniel 9:3, 21-22
Benefits of Fasting
Everyone should consult his or her physician before beginning a fast. Those who are under a physician's care, on medications, currently ill or have a history of eating disorders must be especially careful.
When the designated time of fasting has been completed, it is important to transition out of the fast with care. You must end your fast gradually. Rushing into a diet of solid foods following a fast can produce serious side effects.
When the desire for the thing you are fasting from rises up, recognize that is the flesh opposing the spirit. Press against it during your time of fasting with prayer, praises to God and meditation in His Word.
Fast as unto God. Make your fast as a form of worship and present it as an offering to the Lord. (Zechariah 7:5, Acts 13:2)