Fasting is more than simply going without food it is intentionally setting something aside to make more room for God. Throughout Scripture, we see God’s people fast when they are seeking His direction, pursuing His presence, repenting, preparing for what He is doing, or crying out to Him in prayer.
Biblical fasting is a spiritual discipline that helps us quiet the distractions around us and turn our attention toward the One who matters most.
When we fast, we’re not trying to get God’s attention we’re positioning our hearts to give Him ours.

The goal of fasting isn't simply to go without something. The goal is to make room for God.
As you fast, let the time you would normally spend eating or engaging with whatever you have chosen to set aside become an opportunity to pray, worship, read Scripture, and listen for God's voice.
Instead of focusing on what you're giving up, focus on Who you're drawing closer to.
Jesus reminds us in Matthew 6 that fasting is not meant to be a performance for others. It is a personal act of devotion between you and God. What happens in secret matters to Him.

“Your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” — Matthew 6:18

We don't fast because we believe we can earn God's favor.
We fast because we want more of Him.
We fast because we want to hear His voice more clearly.
We fast because we want our hearts aligned with His heart.
We fast because we want to surrender our plans and trust His.
We fast because we believe God is still moving, still speaking, and still working.
Fasting doesn't change God it changes our posture before Him.

Fasting doesn't change God it changes our posture before Him.

There are several ways you can participate in a biblical fast. The purpose isn't to choose the “hardest” fast it’s to intentionally set something aside and create space to seek God.
Pray first. Ask the Lord what He is inviting you to surrender and how He wants you to seek Him during this time. Your fast should be a personal decision between you and God, not something you feel pressured into by a church leader, a friend, or even this guide.
FULL FAST
Drink only liquids for a designated period of time. You determine the number of days based on what you feel God is leading you to do.
DANIEL FAST
Eat primarily fruits and vegetables and drink water. Traditionally, this fast excludes meat, sweets, and bread. The focus is on simplifying your diet so you can intentionally focus your heart and attention on God.
3-DAY FAST
Choose a type of fast and commit to it for three days. This could be a full fast, Daniel fast, giving up a specific food or drink, or another meaningful sacrifice that you prayerfully choose.
PARTIAL FAST
A partial fast involves abstaining from food during a specific portion of the day, commonly from sunrise to sunset. You can combine this with a full or Daniel-style fast, or simply choose specific foods to abstain from during that time.
LET GOD LEAD YOU
Before beginning your fast, take time to pray and ask God what He wants this season to look like for you.
What is He asking you to surrender?
What are you believing Him for?
Where do you need His direction?
What areas of your life need to be brought back into alignment with Him?
Don't choose your fast based on what someone else is doing. Ask God to lead you.
As we begin the year by intentionally seeking God, we believe He will meet us in our surrender, strengthen our faith, and guide our steps.

“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” — Matthew 6:33