21 Days of Prayer & Fasting
21 DAYS OF PRAYER AND FASTING: DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE
January 12-February 1, 2026
WEEK 1: INTIMACY AND WALK WITH GOD
Day 1: Praise and Honor to God
Scripture: "Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness." — Psalm 29:2
Prayer Focus: Begin the fast by focusing solely on God’s character, His power, and His holiness.
Day 2: Closeness to God
Scripture: "Come near to God and he will come near to you." — James 4:8
Prayer Focus: Ask for a renewed hunger for God’s presence and for the distractions of life to fade away.
Day 3: Repentance
Scripture: "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord." — Acts 3:19
Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any hidden sin and lead your heart toward a fresh start.
Day 4: Growth in Faith
Scripture: "Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, 'I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!'" — Mark 9:24
Prayer Focus: Pray for a deeper trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem difficult.
Day 5: Growth in Obedience
Scripture: "If you love me, keep my commands." — John 14:15
Prayer Focus: Pray for a heart that is quick to listen and quick to obey the promptings of the Spirit.
Day 6: Spirit of Wisdom
Scripture: "I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ... may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better." — Ephesians 1:17
Prayer Focus: Ask for spiritual discernment in daily decisions and a deeper understanding of God’s Word.
Day 7: A Heart of Gratitude
Scripture: "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." — 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Prayer Focus: Spend time thanking God for His provision, His protection, and the gift of salvation.
WEEK 2: OUR CHURCH AND COMMUNITY
Day 8: Unity in the Church
Scripture: "Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." — Ephesians 4:3
Prayer Focus: Pray for a spirit of harmony, unity, and love within the congregation.
Day 9: The Sick and Those in Need
Scripture: "And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up." — James 5:15
Prayer Focus: Pray for those struggling with physical illness or emotional distress.
Day 10: The Poor in Our Community
Scripture: "Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done." — Proverbs 19:17
Prayer Focus: Ask God to show the church practical ways to serve and bless those in financial need.
Day 11: Strengthening Weak Faith
Scripture: "We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves." — Romans 15:1
Prayer Focus: Pray for those who are doubting or drifting, that they would be encouraged and restored.
Day 12: Spiritual Fruitfulness
Scripture: "This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples." — John 15:8
Prayer Focus: Pray that you and each of your brothers & sisters would be able to help someone become a true disciple of Jesus in 2026.
Day 13: Protection from Evil
Scripture: "But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one." — 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Prayer Focus: Ask for God's protection over our families and our church body.
Day 14: Generosity of Heart
Scripture: "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly... for God loves a cheerful giver." — 2 Corinthians 9:7
Prayer Focus: Pray for a spirit of generosity with your money, time, talents, and resources.
WEEK 3: OUR COUNTRY AND THE WORLD
Day 15: Reaching Out to Others
Scripture: "But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you..." — 1 Peter 3:15
Prayer Focus: Pray for opportunities to share our faith & lives with neighbors, coworkers, and friends.
Day 16: Salvation of Souls
Scripture: "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." — Luke 19:10
Prayer Focus: Intercede for specific people in your life who do not yet know Jesus.
Day 17: Our Leaders
Scripture: "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers... be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority." — 1 Timothy 2:1-2
Prayer Focus: Pray for wisdom, integrity, and Godly guidance for local and national leaders.
Day 18: Peace for Our Country
Scripture: "Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you... because if it prospers, you too will prosper." — Jeremiah 29:7
Prayer Focus: Pray for healing for our nation and for peace to prevail over division.
Day 19: Brothers and Sisters in Third World Countries
Scripture: "If one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it." — 1 Corinthians 12:26
Prayer Focus: Pray for the global church, specifically those facing poverty or persecution.
Day 20: The Great Commission
Scripture: “When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” — Matthew 9:36-38
Prayer Focus: Pray to be a fruitful worker and for an amazing spiritual harvest in 2026.
Day 21: Expectation and Revival
Scripture: "'Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty." — Zechariah 4:6
Prayer Focus: Conclude the fast by asking for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the church and the world.