DRAW NEAR. SEEK GOD. MAKE ROOM FOR HIM.

FASTING GUIDE

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.

WHY DO WE FAST? 

To Put God First
Fasting is a way of resetting our priorities and reminding ourselves that God is our source. We intentionally lay something aside so we can seek Him above everything else.
To Draw Closer to God
Fasting creates space to spend intentional time in prayer, worship, Scripture, and His presence. As we seek Him, our relationship with Him deepens.
To Seek God’s Direction
Throughout Scripture, people fasted when they needed wisdom, clarity, and direction. Fasting helps us slow down and seek God’s heart before making decisions.
To Strengthen Our Faith
Fasting teaches us dependence. It reminds us that we don't have to rely on our own strength—we can rely completely on God.
To Pursue Breakthrough
There are moments in Scripture when God’s people prayed and fasted as they cried out to Him for help, deliverance, healing, direction, and breakthrough. Fasting doesn't manipulate God or guarantee a specific outcome, but it brings us before Him with surrendered and expectant hearts.
To Repent and Realign
Fasting can be an outward expression of an inward decision to turn back toward God. It gives us an opportunity to examine our hearts, surrender what has been competing for our attention, and realign ourselves with His will.

FASTING IS ABOUT SURRENDER. 


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

WHAT DOES FASTING LOOK LIKE? 

There are different examples of fasting throughout Scripture, and not every fast looks the same. Some people fast from food completely for a specific period of time, while others practice a partial fast by limiting certain foods or setting aside something that regularly occupies their attention.
Whatever type of fast you choose, the heart behind it matters.
Pray. Seek. Surrender. Listen.
Use your time of fasting to intentionally pursue God through:
  • Prayer
  • Reading Scripture
  • Worship
  • Journaling
  • Quiet time with God
  • Seeking His direction
  • Repentance and surrender

OUR HEART IN FASTING 


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

COME HUNGRY FOR GOD. 

Whatever you're believing for, whatever you're walking through, and whatever God may be asking you to surrender, use this time to draw near.

Set your heart. Silence the distractions. Seek His presence.

God has more for you than what you can see right now.

“Return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.” — Joel 2:12

CHOOSE YOUR FAST

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