21 Days of Prayer & Fasting
January 4 - 24, 2026
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Types of Fasting
The Bible presents fasting primarily as abstaining from food in order to seek God.
Over time, tradition and culture have added language to describe different ways people practice fasting. Below are several common approaches, each with a biblical foundation and a distinct purpose.
Absolute Fast
An absolute fast is the most intense form of fasting and is supernatural in nature. It goes beyond what the human body can sustain without divine intervention.
This type of fast is rare in Scripture and occurs in moments of extraordinary encounter with God.
Biblical examples include:
Moses on Mount Sinai in the presence of God (40 days and 40 nights)
Esther calling the Jewish people to fast with no food or water for three days (Esther 4:16)
Saul (Paul) after encountering Jesus, abstaining from food and drink for three days (Acts 9:9)
Because of its intensity, this fast should only be undertaken with clear spiritual direction and wisdom.
Complete Fast
A complete fast is what the Bible most often refers to when it simply says someone “fasted.”
This involves abstaining from all food while continuing to drink water.
This is likely the kind of fast Jesus practiced during His time in the wilderness, and it is the most common form of fasting seen throughout Scripture.
A complete fast creates space to humble ourselves before God, quiet our appetites, and refocus our dependence on Him.
Partial Fast
A partial fast involves abstaining from food for specific hours of the day, rather than the entire day.
This is still considered a true fast because it involves refraining from eating altogether—just for a shorter window.
This approach was common in Jewish culture and is seen in Scripture as fasting from morning until evening.
Examples include:
Skipping breakfast
Skipping breakfast and lunch
Fasting from sunrise to sundown
Judges 20:26 describes Israel fasting until evening as they sought the Lord.
This type of fast can be a helpful entry point for those new to fasting.
Selective Fast
A selective fast involves abstaining from specific foods rather than all food.
While it functions like a fast, it technically aligns more closely with biblical abstinence than fasting by definition.
The Greek word for fasting, nēsteuō, means “not to eat.”
In a selective fast, you are still eating—but practicing intentional self-denial.
The most well-known example is the Daniel Fast.
In Daniel 10, Daniel refrains from choice foods, meat, wine, and comforts for three weeks. Scripture does not call this a “fast,” but Daniel later describes fasting as part of his spiritual rhythm, showing this was a distinct practice.
Even though it is not a technical fast, Scripture shows that God honors the posture of humility and devotion behind it.
Daniel’s prayer was heard, and heaven responded.
Selective fasts can include removing things like meat, sweets, or rich foods, and are often helpful for those with health considerations. Always consult a doctor if needed.
Soul Detox
A soul detox is not a fast in the biblical sense because it does not involve food.
However, it is a powerful form of self-denial and spiritual focus.
This practice involves intentionally removing distractions such as:
Social media
Television
Secular music
Entertainment that dulls spiritual sensitivity
Often, the noise of the world crowds out our ability to hear God clearly.
When we reduce what we consume, we create space to pray, listen, and realign our hearts.
Many people find that removing these influences not only deepens their prayer life but also permanently reshapes their habits and desires.
The greatest gift of a soul detox is time—time to be present with God.
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