01/21/2026
*DAY 11( Wednesday January 21st 2026 ) : FASTING TRULY HUMBLES YOU*
Most of the fasts mentioned in the Bible were public fasts initiated by the priests; Jesus gave us the model for private fasts in Matthew 6:16-18; 9:14-15. But, public or private, simply stated, fasting is a biblical way to truly humble yourself in the sight of God. If Jesus needed to fast, how much greater is our need to fast?
- Fasting is never easy. Jesus understands the difficulty of depriving ourselves of food.
In Hebrews 4:15, we read, "For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin." When you fast, you abstain from food for spiritual purposes.
Fasting is doing without food for a period of time, which generally causes you to leave the commotion of normal activity.
- Part of the sacrifice of fasting, seeking God, and studying His Word is that normal activity fades into the background.
- There are wrong reasons to fast. You do not fast to obtain merit with God or to get rid of sin. There is only one thing that gives us merit with God and cleanses us of sin - the blood of Jesus. However, fasting will begin to bring to the surface any areas of compromise in your life and make you more aware of any sin in your own life so you can repent.
- You can always find a reason not to fast, so you have to make up your mind that you are going to do it, and everything else will take care of itself. If you will determine to set apart the first days of the year to fast, you will set the course for the entire coming year, and God will add blessings to your life all year long.
- Just as you set the course of your day by meeting with God in the first hours, the same is true of dedicating the first days of the year to fasting. King David said, "I humbled myself with fasting" (Psalm 35:13; see also Ezra 8:21).
"God desires to move powerfully in your life. His plans for you are always progressing and developing. He desires to speak to you, as one would speak to a friend. "
■■ *ON YOUR ELEVENTH DAY OF FASTING, REMEMBER:*
🎯 Rest and relax.
🎯 Go to your prayer time and prayer place.
🎯 The Lord's presence becomes more apparent.
■■■ *PRAYER FOCUS DAY 11 ( Wednesday 21st January 2026 ) :* ☆☆☆ *FAVOR* ☆☆☆
- When you truly grasp the concept of God's favor of His capacity, you will never be the same.
- Whatever you are believing God for during this fast, be encouraged to believe Him for the maximum.
- Believe Him for His favor.....for His measure of capacity, not your own. Rise up and confront the barriers standing in your way. Do not allow circumstances to dictate your territorial limitations - your territory is expanding!
"I tell you, now is the time of God's favor; now is the day of salvation." *2 Corinthians* *6:2, NIV*
"Offer to God thanksgiving, and pay your vows to the Most High. Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me." *Psalm 50:14-15*
REMEMBER: It's a Daniel Fast!
🎯 No meats, no dairy, no poultry, no eggs, no sea food, no sugars and no yeast allowed unless you are on medication that requires you to consume the same.
Eat fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water and juice (preferably natural).
🎯 Our official fasting time is 7am to 6pm daily untill we finish these 21 days.
🎯 Set aside time to pray alone or with a group.
🎯 Journal your thoughts. God wants to talk to you.
🎯 Avoid unnecessary journeys and unnecessary activities to help you conserve energy.
■ You are free to consume breads, preferably whole wheat and no yeast.
■ If you eat before 7 am or after 6 pm, kindly eat in moderation. Avoid gluttony!
■ In case you are suffering from hunger pangs during the fast (6am to 6pm), eat a fruit or drink fruit juice or vegetable juice, you can also drink water plain or flavored, you can also drink coconut water or vegetable based soups. These are great for keeping hunger pangs away. You can also eat nuts ( Walnut, Almond, Ground nuts, etc ). These are great for keeping hunger pangs at bay!
Remember to hydrate by drinking water.
*DON'T BREAK DOWN, BREAKTHROUGH!*
