21 Days of
Prayer & Fasting
January 6th – 26th
There is no better way to start a new year than by intentionally drawing closer to God and seeking His guidance for our lives. Join us for 21 days of prayer and fasting as we disconnect from the things of this world and connect to God.
WHAT IS FASTING?
As followers of Jesus, we grow closer to Him as we block out the world’s noise. Blocking out daily distractions by doing as Jesus called us to do in Luke 9:23 allows us to truly focus on Him and what He may ask of us. “And He said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” By taking up our cross daily, we put down things that might interfere and distract us from spending time with Him and hearing Him so that we may follow where He leads us. In this generation, it’s so easy to get distracted. From work to school, kids, social media, stress, relationship problems, or what may pop up throughout our day – it can be overwhelming and take control of our thoughts and our time.
From January 6th to 26th, we will silence the noise of the world and set aside distractions that keep us from seeking Him first and picking up our cross. We do not lose something when we fast; we gain something: A deeper relationship with Jesus!
HOW DO WE FAST?
PRAY
Fasting isn’t just about taking something away from our lives. When we fast from things that distract us in our walk with Jesus, we fill that time and space with prayer, ultimately bringing us closer to Him.
Before you begin your journey of 21 days of prayer and fasting, commit to a fast and stay determined. Preparation is critical, and it is most effective if you choose one thing to fast from and stick with it!
PLAN & COMMIT
EXAMPLES OF FASTS
The Food Fast: Intermittent fasting, only one meal per day, fruits and vegetables only, or traditional fasting (only eating sun up to sun down, Monday- Friday) are many ways to follow a food fast.
The Social Media Fast: Delete those apps off your phone. Social media can be a massive distraction in spending time with Jesus.
The Television Fast: Imagine what God can do when you use your TV time to spend with Him.
Scripture References for Fasting:
We believe Jesus wants to do something incredible for our kids and students during this time of prayer and fasting, just like He will for adults. When we teach the next generation and allow them to participate, they grow in their personal relationships with Jesus.
TEACHING CHILDREN ABOUT FASTING
TIPS FOR LH FAMILIES
- Make an intentional choice as a family about the type of fast you will do: no sweets, one meal, media fast - TV, social media, games, etc.
- Spend quality time with God daily through worship, prayer, or starting a Bible plan on the YouVersion Bible App. “KIDS: 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer”, “Dangerous Prayers”, and “A 7-Day Guide To Prayer” are three good plans to begin with. You may also search “21 Days of Prayer and Fasting” under Plans in the app.
- Create a time for the family to talk about what God is teaching you and what you are struggling with—a great place for this is at the dining room table or before bed.
- Encourage one another daily.
- Write down prayer requests and pray together during the 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.
THINGS FOR KIDS & STUDENTS TO FAST
- Choose to stay away from sweets or something specific, like ice cream.
- Choose one show to not watch for 21 days.
- Choose to put the AirPods/Headphones away for the next 21 days to help you be present with God and the people around you.
- Fast from TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, or BeReal for the next 21 Days. Replace the app on your home screen with The Bible App, Hallow, or Spotify (to listen to worship music when you want to log in/scroll social media).
- Do choose to read your Bible daily.
- Do spend time praying to God when you wake up, at lunch, and at bedtime.
- Do listen to worship music.
- Don’t forget the reason you are fasting.
- Don’t stop fasting if you eat something you’re not supposed to or slip up and start scrolling.
- Don’t compare your fast to someone else’s.
DO'S AND DON'T'S
CHECK OUT OUR LH FAMILIES HANDOUT WITH TIPS, QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION, AND A CALENDAR TO TRACK YOUR PROGRESS!
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During our 21 days of prayer and fasting, we want to come together as a family by submitting and praying for one another’s requests. Fill out the form below. Once your prayer request is received, we will share it according to your instructions. Feel free to submit as many prayer requests as you like!
When inputting your prayer request please be sure to fill out all of the below fields. We will be praying for you.
Anonymous
For my marriage to continue to grow with Jesus. My husband is my best friend..
That no weapon (strife) ) formed will
Prosper.
I plead the blood of Jesus over my marriage.
Received: January 17, 2025
Morgan Soares
Please pray for my step mother Heidi, who works in the mental health and addiction field and interacts with humans who struggle deeply with unimaginable stories. Pray that her light never dims out and that she finds peace knowing God gave her gifts of empathy and grace that so many humans lack. Pray that the holy spirit guides her and nudges her when she should seek rest, for her own sake, as well. Pray that something miraculous happens in her life as a reward for all that she has poured into others who she doesn’t even know. Protect her lord
Received: January 17, 2025
Anonymous
Please pray for my children to feel the holy spirit and in turn recognize God in their lives daily, knowing he is there all of the time and is a far better parent than my husband and I could ever be.. Please pray for my brother in law, Robert, as he is fighting against depression and doing the hard hard work to recover from childhood trauma that has held his heart and mind hostage for most of his adult life. Pray that he finds Jesus and leans on him as the ultimate healer, and guide to what the next steps are daily. Pray for my own mother and father to hear and seek Jesus in their lives for guidance and comfort. Pray for my husband to surrender his life to Jesus and let the weight of the world off of his shoulders as he gains faith in the greater power.
Received: January 17, 2025
Matthew Jones
Please pray for my father John Jones that God take away the cancer that has returned. This time on his kidney and my brother Justin Jones that the Lord God take away his mental illness and he can find himself to get help and get off the streets of homelessness. Thank you all.
Received: January 17, 2025
Anonymous
For my husband. I pray that he will feel the love and presence of Jesus in his life. For healing in his mind, and a new purpose after retirement. For me that God will show me how to encourage him, for patience, and to trust God for my life and his.
Received: January 17, 2025
Anonymous
For my husband. I pray that he will feel the love and presence of Jesus in his life. For healing in his mind, and a new purpose after retirement. For me that God will show me how to encourage him, for patience, and to trust God for my life and his.
Received: January 17, 2025
Anonymous
Please pray that my son and I can keep a roof over our head with no consequences. Please pray that I am able to be the best mom that I can be, & my son be the best son he can be. Please pray for my relationship with my dad. Please pray any negativity out my heart and my mind. Please pray this tiredness off my body and that I have the strength to make moves for my son and I.
Received: January 16, 2025
Donna mullis
Prayer for upcoming Freedom Groups, including leaders, closers & participants.
Received: January 15, 2025
Anonymous
Prayer for a loved one who is struggling with pride, anger, lust, and shame. I pray that God has an encounter with him in this time that will transform his heart. Also, for his eyes to be opened to the people and things he let into his life that has led him astray from God.
Received: January 15, 2025
Tina mullen
That I get into housing in glen burnie where god feel it safe for me to live since I am alone an need help with handicap
I ask Jesus to continue helping mee
Me losing my weight get around better
To give to the praise amen