WHEN

As part of our Uncharted journey, we are committing to be intentional with our prayer—seeking God first, listening closely, and following Him faithfully into what He is unfolding next.

From January 4–25, we’re inviting our entire church family to step into a sacred season together as we journey through 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting—a focused time to seek God, realign our hearts, and intentionally make space for Him to speak and move among us.

We’re anchoring this journey in Jesus’ words from Matthew 6:16–18, where He speaks of fasting as a normal part of following Him. This is an invitation to show up with your whole self—spirit, soul, and body—and say, “God, I want more of You.”

“And when you fast… your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
— Matthew 6:16–18

Jesus didn’t say if you fast. He said when. He expects us to practice fasting—but He’s far more interested in our hearts than our performance. No drama. No pretending to be super spiritual. No walking around miserable. Just a real, honest hunger for God.

Throughout these 21 days, you are invited to join us for weekly prayer meetings at the church and for a special Night of Worship to close this season together. CLICK HERE for more information on each of these gatherings.

Whether you’ve fasted many times before or this is completely new to you, this invitation is for you. Let’s begin the year together—seeking first the Kingdom of God and trusting Him to do what only He can do.

RESOURCES

Before you begin, we want to provide some practical, biblical guidance and a few resources to help you understand prayer and fasting, prepare your heart, and engage this season with purpose and confidence.

WHY

Fasting is a spiritual discipline that provides the opportunity for a concentrated focus and intentional partnership with God. Throughout the Bible, God uses fasting to help people become clear, humble, and break through the obstacles that are holding them back.

  • Moses fasted for clarity.
  • Joel called God’s people to repentance through fasting.
  • David used fasting to humble his soul.
  • Jesus Himself fasted to launch His ministry.

And Jesus’ words in Mark 2 make it clear: “Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. And people came and said to him, “Why do John’s disciples and the disciples of the Pharisees fast, but your disciples do not fast?” And Jesus said to them, “Can the wedding guests fast while the bridegroom is with them? As long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast. The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast in that day” (Mark 2:18-20). His response was intended to highlight the purpose of the fast – to experience concentrated, focused moments with the Lord. Since Jesus was with them in person, why would they need to fast in an effort to clarify God’s presence and purpose for their life…He was standing right there! After Jesus went back to the Father, He made it clear that His followers would be people who fast, and they would be people who want to stay close and in step with Him. Fasting isn’t just about giving something up. It’s about shifting your focus, making space for God to get your attention.

There are times when fasting is a very necessary exercise because there are seasons and situations when God draws a straight line between spiritual blessing and breakthrough…and our willingness to engage in physical sacrifice. When the disciples found it difficult to overcome in a clear case of spiritual warfare, Jesus warned them that some strongholds cannot be easily confronted and require “prayer and fasting” (Matthew 17:21, NKJV). The relationship between the natural and supernatural is sometimes bridged by opportunities for pressing into God, such as fasting.

Pastor and Author Jentezen Franklin says, “Biblical fasting takes a lot of discipline and strength – strength which you can only receive from God.” Our weaknesses and needs are amplified in the actions of fasting – identify your need, call on God, lean into Him, and trust the Lord to meet with you in your holy pursuit!

Are you in need of a miracle? Do you need a touch from God in your life? Is there a dream inside you that only He can make possible? Are you in need of a fresh encounter with Almighty God? Do you long for a deeper, more connected relationship with Him? Do you want to increase your sensitivity to His presence? Do you need a stronghold broken? Are you in need of direction? Do you need to be standing before the Lord on behalf of another? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, we invite you to join our Faith Family on our 21 days of Prayer and Fasting. 

It’s about making room—on purpose—for God to speak, move, and do some real work in your life.

HOW

Before you jump in, take a little time to lay the groundwork. Don’t just wing it—get ready on purpose.

Clarify Your Why
Begin by identifying what you are seeking from God—direction, breakthrough, renewal, freedom, or intercession for others. Knowing your purpose will help you stay committed when the fast feels challenging.

Choose Your Fast
Select a fast that is meaningful and sustainable for you. This may include a food-related fast (such as one meal a day, a Daniel fast, or a full-day fast) or a lifestyle fast (such as social media, entertainment, or caffeine). The goal is not difficulty, but sacrifice that redirects your attention toward God.

Make Space for God
Fasting isn’t just about removing something—it’s about replacing it with time spent with God. Use the space you create for prayer, Scripture, worship, journaling, and listening for His voice.

Establish a Rhythm
Each week will focus on a spiritual theme, and participants are encouraged to set aside daily time for prayer and fasting. Consistency matters more than perfection.

Fast with the Right Heart
Jesus teaches us to fast quietly, without drawing attention to ourselves. Keep your focus on God, maintain your normal routines when possible, and trust that God sees and honors your obedience.

Don’t Fast Alone
Consider fasting alongside a friend or prayer partner who can encourage you and help you stay committed throughout the journey.

Close the Fast Together

At the end of these 21 days, we’ll gather to worship, celebrate, and remember how God showed up. And we’ll look ahead to where He’s leading us next.

  • Expect God to move.
  • Expect clarity.
  • Expect renewal.
  • Expect deeper intimacy with Christ.

Fasting isn’t about trying to earn something from God. It’s about getting your heart ready to receive what He already wants to give you.

SUGGESTIONS

Fasting sounds much easier than it is. We can be surprised by how difficult it can be. If you are too idealistic, you might find a fast ends up discouraging you instead of building you up. So don’t take this invitation lightly. Here are some suggestions to help make this a meaningful and spiritually strengthening encounter:

  • Choose a fast that is routine enough that your mind and body signals a need to fulfill that natural desire. For example, when you feel the craving for food – let that be a signal to remind you to substitute that natural hunger for a supernatural appetite. If you pick something to fast and it doesn’t signal you, it might not be as beneficial.
  • Use some intermittent routines for the 21 days of prayer and fasting.
    • Here is a suggestion:
      • One whole day for each week during the three week fasting period.
      • One meal or one hour a day for fasting and prayer.
      • One “big” item that you might fast during the entire 21 day period (entertainment like movies, hobbies like golf). The idea being that you devote the time, energy, and resource needed for that big item is dedicated for attentiveness to the Lord.
  • Utilize the 21 DAYS ONE HOUR PRAYER GUIDE provided by Turning Point. This guide will give you a map for navigating one hour spent with the Lord.
  • For more detailed guidance and practical next steps, we invite you to download the full 21 DAYS PRAYER & FASTING GUIDEand the 21 DAYS PRAYER LIST

OUR HOPE

We hope you’ll join us in these 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting. Come expectant. Come surrendered. Come believing that God still speaks, still moves, and still meets His people when they seek Him. We are believing together for changed lives—starting with ours.