This Season of Prayer and Fasting invites you to come together and pray as a family. It is a time to grow closer to God and listen for His voice. It helps you learn how to follow Jesus every day and show others how to follow Him too.

PRAY FOR THOSE ON YOUR F.R.A.N.C.E.S. LIST:

  • Friends

  • Relatives

  • Associates

  • Neighbors

  • Classmates

  • Enemies

  • Strangers

WHO SHOULD I PRAY FOR DURING THE SEASON OF PRAYER & FASTING?

Use these prompts to help your child think of people they can pray for during the fast:

  1. Who do I see every day?

  2. Who sits near me?

  3. Who needs encouragement?

  4. Who is difficult to deal with?

  5. Who is new at school?

  6. Who might need prayer or salvation?

Monday, Jan. 12
God is our teacher
Prayer: Lord teach us to Pray 

Luke 11

Wednesday, Jan. 14
Power of Prayer: Prayer for those who we know who don’t know Jesus 

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Friday, Jan. 16
Do not be Anxious

Philippians 4

Tuesday, Jan. 13
Pray with Persistence 

Week One
Principles of Prayer: POWER TO PRAYER

Week TWO
PARTNERED PRAYER: HEART FOR EVANGELISM

Thursday, Jan. 15

Monday, Jan. 19
Love for God

Matthew 22:37-38

Tuesday, Jan. 20
Love for People 

Matthew 22:39-40

Wednesday, Jan. 21
Building Relationships

Colossians 4:2-6

Thursday, Jan. 22
Engaging the Culture
by How we Live

Matthew 5:13-16

Friday, Jan. 23
Sharing your Story
Reflection: Consider how you can be a light in your community and culture

Philippians 1:27

Monday, Jan. 26
Dealing with Rejection

Reflection: Recognize that rejection is part of sharing the gospel and stay encouraged. Pray for boldness

Ephesians 6:19-20

Week three
power of prayer: boldness to evangelize

Tuesday, Jan. 27
Equipping Yourself

2 Timothy 2:15

Wednesday, Jan. 28
Handling Difficult Conversations

Reflection: How can you prepare yourself to engage in respectful and meaningful conversations about faith.

1 Peter 3:15

Thursday, Jan. 29
On Step at a Time

Reflection: Trust in the Lord as you take steps in your evangelistic journey, knowing He directs your path.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Friday, Jan. 30
Commissioning Prayer

Reflection: Spend time in prayer, asking God to send workers into the harvest and committing to be a part of His mission.

Matthew 9:37-38

Grade-Based Fasting Suggestions

Choose what fits best for your home and your child’s maturity level.

Children (Kindergarten – 5th Grade)

Suggestions:

  • No sugary snacks after school

  • No Roblox, Minecraft, or console gaming after homework

  • No YouTube Kids or animated shows on school nights

  • TV-free dinner with prayer at the table

  • Fast from complaining — create a gratitude chart

  • Draw a prayer picture daily using scripture

Suggested fasting duration:

  • Option A: 1–3 days per week

  • Option B: 7-day rotation during the 21-day fast

  • Parents choose frequency appropriate for the child

Youth (Middle School: 6th - 8th Grade)

Suggestions:

  • No social media from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

  • No secular music (Christian only) for 21 days

  • No video games Monday–Friday

  • Fast from junk food/snacks

  • Phone put away during meals or prayer

Suggested fasting duration:

  • Option A: 21 days of digital fasting (rotating focus weekly)

  • Option B: 5 consecutive days per week

Youth (High School: 9th–12th Grade)

Suggestions:

  • Social media blackout on selected days

  • Fast from streaming (Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, YouTube)

  • Fast from online shopping/gaming purchases

  • Fast from gossip and negative speech

  • Read 1 Psalm every day

Suggested fasting duration:

  • Option A: 21 full days

  • Option B: Weekly 3-day blackout cycles

Family Participation Options

Families can participate together in a way that works best for them.

Families may choose:

  • 21 days together (full participation)

  • Weekly fasting goals for children and youth

  • One fasting category per week

  • Family prayer night once per week

Families are encouraged to pray, not just fast.

21-Day Fasting Guide

    • Focus: Fasting is worship

    • Scripture: Matthew 6:17

    • Challenge: Write 3 things you’re fasting from

  • Focus: Pray for family

    Scripture: Joshua 24:15

    Challenge:     Pray at the dinner table tonight

  • Focus: Pray for a friend

    Scripture: John 15:13

    Challenge: Write a friend’s name and pray for them

  • Focus: Pray for a friend

    Scripture: John 15:13

    Challenge: Write a friend’s name and pray for them

  • Focus: Self-control

    Scripture: Galatians 5:22–23

    Challenge: No sweets today

  • Focus: Gratitude

    Scripture: 1 Thess. 5:18

    Challenge: Write 5 things you’re thankful for

  • Focus: Pray for teachers

    Scripture: 1 Tim. 2:1–2

    Challenge: Make a thank-you note card

  • Focus: Pray for FBCG

    Scripture: Psalm 122:1

    Challenge: Pray for your pastor(s)

  • Focus: Forgiveness

    Scripture: Matthew 6:14

    Challenge: Say “I’m sorry” if needed today

  • Focus: Praise
    Scripture: Psalm 150
    Challenge: Play worship music only

  • Focus: Missions

    Scripture: Matthew 28:19

    Challenge: Pray for someone who doesn’t know Jesus

  • Focus: Purpose

    Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

    Challenge: Write a dream God gave you

  • Focus: Gratitude

    Scripture: 1 Thess. 5:18

    Challenge: Write 5 things you’re thankful for

  • Focus: Joy

    Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

    Challenge: Tell someone Jesus loves you

  • Focus: Protection

    Scripture: Psalm 91

    Challenge: Pray over your home

  • Focus: Health

    Scripture: 3 John 1:2

    Challenge: Drink only water today

  • Focus: Unity

    Scripture: Ephesians 4:3

    Challenge: Eat dinner with no devices

  • Focus: Missions

    Scripture: Matthew 28:19

    Challenge: Pray for someone who doesn’t know Jesus

  • Focus: Patience

    Scripture: Psalm 37:7

    Challenge: No complaining today

  • Focus: Salvation

    Scripture: Acts 16:31

    Challenge: Pray for someone to get saved

  • Focus: Thank God

    Scripture: Psalm 118:24

    Challenge: Celebrate & share one testimony

Alternate Option: 7 Day Cycle

  • Scripture: John 15:12

    Prayer: Lord, bless my friends and help me be a faithful friend.

    Fast: No gaming today.

  • Scripture: Acts 16:31

    Prayer: Lord, save my family.

    Fast: No sugary snacks.

  • Scripture: Matthew 5:16

    Prayer: Help me shine Your light today.

    Fast: No phone during meal times.

  • Scripture: Mark 12:31

    Prayer: Help me be kind to people around me.

    Fast: No TV after school.

  • Scripture: Philippians 4:6

    Prayer: Lord, bless everyone in my class.

    Fast: No YouTube Kids.

  • Scripture: Luke 6:27

    Prayer: Help me forgive and pray for those who hurt me.

    Fast: No complaining today.

  • Scripture: Hebrews 13:2

    Prayer: Lord, help me show kindness to someone new.

    Fast: Give up one comfort today.

Repeat this 7-day cycle three times across 21 days.

Fasting is when we choose to take a break from something we enjoy for a set amount of time so we can focus more on God. In the Bible, fasting often meant giving up food, but we can also fast from things like sweets, social media, video games, or TV—anything we can pause to spend more time praying and drawing closer to Him. Fasting helps us depend on God during challenging times and reminds us that He is our strength.

Important Safety Note

Children should not fast from food unless a parent is guiding them and it is safe.

Also, no one should fast from:

  • food

  • medicine

  • or anything prescribed by a doctor

without talking to a doctor first.

Some people may not be able to fast from food, and that’s okay. Everyone can still fast by giving up something else and using that time to get closer to God.

WhAT IS FASTING?