According to the Bible, there are three duties of every Christian: give, pray and fast. Biblical fasting takes a lot of discipline and strength—strength which you can only receive from God. Your private discipline will bring you rewards in Heaven, says Matthew 6. When you give God your first through fasting, prayer and giving at the beginning of the year, you set the course for the entire year.
Why should I fast?
Are you in need of healing or a miracle?
Do you need the tender touch of God in your life?
Is there a dream inside you that only He can make possible?
Are you in need of a fresh encounter?
Do you desire a deeper, more intimate and powerful relationship with the Lord?
Are you ready to have heightened sensitivity to the desires of God?
Do you need to break away from bondages that have been holding you hostage?
Is there a friend or loved one that needs Salvation?
Do you desire to know God’s will for your life?
We encourage you to seek the Lord in prayer and let your decisions about your biblical fasting come from Him. Ask the Lord to show you areas to target during your time of fasting and prayer. We believe that, as we pray and seek God and give Him our best at the first of the year, He will bless our ENTIRE year (Matthew 6:33)!
Types of Fasts
Full Fast
Drink only liquids (you establish the number of days).
The Daniel Fast
No meat, dairy, eggs, bread, or sugar. Drink water only. Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, beans, lentils.
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3-Day Fast
This fast can be a Full Fast, Daniel Fast or give up at least one item of food.
Partial Fast
A partial fast is from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm or from sun up to sundown. You can select from three types of fasting —a Full Fast, Daniel Fast or give up at least one item of food.
Corporate Fasting:
1 Samuel 7:5-6, Ezra 8:21-23, Nehemiah 9:1-3, Joel 2:15-16, Jonah 3:5-10, Acts 27:33-37
Remember that it is the attitude of a heart sincerely seeking Him to which God responds with a blessing (Isaiah 58, Jeremiah 14:12, 1 Corinthians 8:8). May God greatly bless you as you fast!
Fasting Tips
How to Begin
Start with a clear goal. Be specific. Why are you fasting? Do you need direction, healing, restoration of marriage or family issues? Are you facing financial difficulties? Ask the Holy Spirit for guidance. Pray daily and read the Bible.
Preparing Spiritually
Confess your sins to God. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal areas of weakness. Forgive all who have offended you and ask forgiveness from those you may have offended (Mark 11:25; Luke 11:4; 17:3-4). Surrender your life fully to Jesus Christ and reject the worldly desires that try to hinder you (Romans 12:1-2).
Deciding What to Fast
The type of fasting you choose is up to you. You could go on a full fast in which you only drink liquids, or you may desire to fast like Daniel, who abstained from sweets and meats, and the only liquid he drank was water. Remember to replace that time with prayer and Bible study.
Deciding How Long
You may fast as long as you like. Most can easily fast from one to three days, but you may feel the grace to go longer, even as much as 21 to 40 days. Use wisdom and pray for guidance. Beginners are advised to start slow.
What to Expect
When you fast your body detoxifies, eliminating toxins from your system. This can cause mild discomfort such as headaches and irritability during withdrawal from caffeine and sugars. And naturally, you will have hunger pains. Limit your activity and exercise moderately. Take time to rest. Fasting brings about miraculous results. You are following Jesus’ example when you fast. Spend time listening to praise and worship. Pray as often as you can throughout the day. Get away from the normal distractions as much as possible and keep your heart and mind set on seeking God’s face.
How to End
Don’t overeat when the time comes to end your fast. Begin eating solid food gradually; eat small portions or snacks.
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First Fruits - Daily Bible Verses
DAY 1:: Matthew 6:33
Put God and His will first, trusting Him to provide as you focus on spiritual growth, righteous living, and advancing His kingdom—shifting attention from temporary worries to eternal priorities, with confidence that God will meet your needs.
DAY 2 :: Mark 4:40
When we are going through a storm in our life we can forget what God has already done for us. What is one way you can continue to have faith in who God is during the next storm you face?
DAY 3 :: Mark 5:19
After Jesus set the man free he instructed the man to go share his testimony with his family. When was the last time you sat down with your family to share what God had done for you that day?
Day 4 // Mark 5:28
The bleeding woman touched Jesus’ garment out of faith knowing that she would be healed. Are you fasting with a faith-filled heart for what you are asking God to do during this season?
Day 5 // Psalms 2:11
Reverent fear is a profound respect and awe for God’s holiness and power. Have you given God the reverent fear he deserves by submitting to his authority in every area of your life?
Day 6 // Proverbs 8:15
We all have an influence on someone in our lives, maybe it is a friend, your spouse, your children, a coworker. Would your Heavenly Father approve of how you influence those he has placed in your life?
Day 7 // Mark 6:7
God has called you to be one of His disciples. Dear God, I’m ready to be sent out to share the gospel. Use me as your mouthpiece to lead others to know you. Amen.
Day 8 // Mark 6:15
How well do you know Jesus? Messiah, Emmanuel, Lamb of God. He has many names, but there is only one Jesus. In your quiet time today reflect on Jesus’ name and what it means to you.
Day 9 // Mark 6:31
How important is your quiet time with Jesus? Challenge yourself to spend 10 minutes in solitude with our Heavenly Father every day.
Day 10 // Mark 6:46
How has God blessed you today? As you reflect, begin by praying prayers of thankfulness and adoration.
Day 11 // Mark 7:20
Are you holding God’s commands close to your heart? Ask God to do an inventory of your heart. What areas do you need to repent and what areas do you need to seek His wisdom and guidance?
Day 12 // Mark 7:37
In what ways has God done things well in your life? Today may we thank him for His goodness and power working in our lives.
Day 13 // Psalm 3:8
How does knowing that your salvation belongs to the LORD affect how you see your current situations? Today may we choose to see our God shielding us in our times of need.
Day 14 // Mark 8:2
Jesus was motivated by compassion. What motivates you? Today may we align our motivations with those of Jesus.
Day 15 // Hebrews 12:1-2
What do you need to lay aside to run the race God has set before you? Today May our lives be a witness to the joy set before in the way we run our race.
Day 16 // Mark 9:24
Can you relate? Have you ever had faith but needed God to strengthen your faith? Today may we stand on the promises of God and trust Him with what is out of our control.
Day 17 // Mark 9:35
Jesus’ radical redefinition of greatness, asking how leaders serve, the nature of humility and applying servant leadership in our daily lives.
Day 18 // Mark 10:13
Jesus welcomes the vulnerable, the kingdom of God belongs to those with childlike humility and dependence on God, not on worldly status.
Day 21 // Proverbs 1:33
True wisdom is found in God’s word, not worldly foolishness, leading to security and peace. Receive God’s mercy and grace, and open your heart and mind to the wisdom He has for you today.
Day 19 // Mark 10:27
Jesus tells his disciples it’s hard for the rich to enter the Kingdom of God, comparing it to a camel passing through an eye of a needle. Salvation and entering God’s kingdom are beyond human capacity; they depend entirely on God’s supernatural power and grace, not personal merit or possessions.
Day 20 // Psalm 4:8
True peace and security comes from a deep trust in God, regardless of our external circumstances or the presence of turmoil, opposition, or anxiety in the world; Trust over your circumstances, Freedom from anxiety, God is our Sole Protector. Psalm 4 reminds us that by placing our faith in God’s sovereign care, we can experience an enduring inner peace that surpasses any temporary happiness derived from material things or the absence of trouble.