WHY FAST?
Fasting and prayer draw us closer to God’s presence, deepening our hunger for more of Him and less for the things of this world. This spiritual discipline is expected of us and prepares us for all that He has in store for us.
FASTING OPTIONS
We understand that there are many factors that affect our physical and mental ability to fast, which is why there are multiple ways that you can engage in this time of fasting and prayer. What matters most is our heart posture; this isn’t simply about going hungry, attending prayer meetings, or “completing” the fast. The focus is on following Jesus’ example and seeking the transforming presence of God.
TIMES OF GATHERED PRAYER
We will be setting apart time during the fast to join together and pray!
Monday-Friday 7-9am (Jan 13-17, 20-24, 27-31)
Prayer Room
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm (January 14, 21, 28)
Chapel
Saturdays 7-8am (January 18, 25, February 1)
Chapel
Fast 1 or 2 meals a day
Eating only one meal per day OR fasting from one meal each day
“Daniel Fast”
Fasting from meats, breads and sweets, mainly consuming water, fruits and vegetables
(Daniel 1:8-20)
Vice Fast
Fast from a specific substance, such as sugar, caffeine, tobacco or alcohol
Social Media/Technology
Fast from the distractions of social media, TV, News and/or technology
CONNECT
• to our Creator
• to one another
GROW
• in your understanding of the Word
• in your relationship to God
• in the likeness of Christ
PERSONAL REFLECTION QUESTIONS
• How does this passage speak to my current situation?
• What is one thing I need to change in my life based on this passage?
• What questions do I still have about this passage?
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
• What specific action should I take based on this passage?
• How can I share this message with others?
• What challenges will I face in applying this to my life?
• What prayer can I pray based on this passage?
GENERAL QUESTIONS
• What does this passage teach us about God?
• How does this passage apply to our lives today?
JAMES BIBLE READING PLAN
READING PLAN
OPTION 1 OPTION 2
Day 1 | Chapter 1 | Chapter 1
Day 2 | Chapter 2 | Chapter 2
Day 3 | Chapter 3 | Chapter 3
Day 4 | Chapter 4 | Chapter 4
Day 5 | Chapter 5 | Chapter 5
Day 6 | 1:1-11 | 1:1-8
Day 7 | 1:12-20 | 1:9-11
Day 8 | 1:21-27 | 1:12-18
Day 9 | 2:1-13 | 1:19-20
Day 10 | 2:14-27 | 1:21-27
Day 11 | 3:1-12 | 2:1-13
Day 12 | 3:13-18 | 2:14-26
Day 13 | 4:1-6 | 3:1-12
Day 14 | 4:7-17 | 3:13-18
Day 15 | 5:1-6 | 4:1-6
Day 16 | 5:7-20 | 4:7-10
Day 17 | Chapter 1 | 4:11-12
Day 18 | Chapter 2 | 4:13-17
Day 19 | Chapter 3 | 5:1-6