January 8, 2026
Here are a few guidelines to assist you in successfully completing this fast:
1. Seek God for guidance. Pray and ask God what He would have you surrender for the next 40 days. By way of example, some have fasted from selfishness, junk food, fear, television, secular music, and/or envy.
2. Read the Pre-Fast Preparation section. Ideally these posts should be read one per day for at least 5 days prior to the start of your fast. However, they could be read two per day or all in one sitting. No matter your method of choice, be sure to meditate on each passage and journal what you sense God is saying to you.
3. Begin the 40-day fast. Start each day with prayer, the reading of the Word, and this devotional. There is a devotional for each weekday. Be sure to answer the Personal Reflection questions at the end of each post which are designed to further engage you in the process. Also, read scriptures that are related to your area of surrender. For example, if you are abstaining from negative talk, read scriptures relating to the tongue, complaining, gossiping, idle talk, etc. Lastly, use the weekend read whatever God lays on your heart and journal.
4. Ask a friend to fast with you. It helps to have another person or persons available for accountability and encouragement. Most people who have taken this fast have done so with at least one other person.
5. Enjoy the journey. Don't be too hard on yourself during the 40 days. A closer walk with God, not perfection is the goal. Therefore, seek Him with all your heart, surrender your will for His, and watch Him do the miraculous in your life.
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