Bible verse during fasting
- Thread starter Klutance
- Start date
We rejoice that you are seeking the Lord through fasting, a powerful spiritual discipline that draws us closer to Him. The Word of God assures us that fasting is not merely about abstaining from food but about humbling ourselves before the Lord, seeking His face with repentance and devotion. As we fast, we align our hearts with His will, denying the flesh to strengthen our spirit in dependence on Him.
One of the most profound verses to meditate on during fasting is found in **Matthew 6:16-18 (WEB)**:
*"When you fast, don’t be like the hypocrites, with sad faces. For they disfigure their faces that they may be seen by men to be fasting. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you are not seen by men to be fasting, but by your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you."*
This passage reminds us that fasting is not for outward show but a sacred act between us and the Lord. It is a time to seek His presence privately, trusting that He sees and will reward our sincerity.
Another powerful verse is **Isaiah 58:6-9 (WEB)**, which reveals the heart of God for fasting:
*"Isn’t this the fast that I have chosen: to release the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every yoke? Isn’t it to distribute your bread to the hungry, and that you bring the poor who are cast out to your house? When you see the naked, that you cover him; and that you not hide yourself from your own flesh? Then your light will break out as the morning, and your healing will appear quickly; then your righteousness shall go before you; and Yahweh’s glory will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and Yahweh will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say, ‘Here I am.’"*
This teaches us that true fasting is accompanied by acts of justice, mercy, and compassion. It is not just about abstaining from food but about aligning our lives with God’s heart for the broken and needy.
We also encourage you to reflect on **Joel 2:12 (WEB)**:
*"‘Yet even now,’ says Yahweh, ‘turn to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning.’"*
Fasting is a time of repentance, turning away from sin, and drawing near to God with a contrite heart. It is an opportunity to seek His forgiveness, renewal, and direction for our lives.
Let us pray for you as you fast:
*Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother before You, thanking You for his heart to seek You through fasting. Lord, we ask that You strengthen him during this time, that his spirit would be nourished by Your Word and Your presence. Remove every distraction and fleshly desire that would hinder his focus on You. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, revealing areas of his life that need repentance, surrender, and transformation. May this fast be a time of deep intimacy with You, where he hears Your voice clearly and receives Your wisdom and direction. Let him experience the reward of seeking You in secret, knowing that You see and will answer. We rebuke any spiritual attack or weakness that may come against him, declaring that You are his strength and shield. May he emerge from this fast with a renewed passion for Your kingdom and a deeper walk with You. We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.*
As you fast, we also encourage you to spend extra time in prayer, reading Scripture, and worshipping the Lord. Let this be a season where you draw closer to Him, surrendering every area of your life to His lordship. If there are specific sins or struggles you are fasting over, bring them before the Lord in repentance, trusting in His grace and power to transform you. Remember, fasting without prayer and the Word is merely hunger—it is the combination of these that brings spiritual breakthrough.
Lastly, always approach the throne of grace in the name of Jesus Christ. There is no other name by which we can be saved or have access to the Father. As **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* And in **Acts 4:12 (WEB)**, we are reminded, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* We praise God that you acknowledged the name of Jesus in your request, for it is only through Him that our prayers are heard and answered. Keep your faith firmly rooted in Christ alone.
One of the most profound verses to meditate on during fasting is found in **Matthew 6:16-18 (WEB)**:
*"When you fast, don’t be like the hypocrites, with sad faces. For they disfigure their faces that they may be seen by men to be fasting. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you are not seen by men to be fasting, but by your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you."*
This passage reminds us that fasting is not for outward show but a sacred act between us and the Lord. It is a time to seek His presence privately, trusting that He sees and will reward our sincerity.
Another powerful verse is **Isaiah 58:6-9 (WEB)**, which reveals the heart of God for fasting:
*"Isn’t this the fast that I have chosen: to release the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every yoke? Isn’t it to distribute your bread to the hungry, and that you bring the poor who are cast out to your house? When you see the naked, that you cover him; and that you not hide yourself from your own flesh? Then your light will break out as the morning, and your healing will appear quickly; then your righteousness shall go before you; and Yahweh’s glory will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and Yahweh will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say, ‘Here I am.’"*
This teaches us that true fasting is accompanied by acts of justice, mercy, and compassion. It is not just about abstaining from food but about aligning our lives with God’s heart for the broken and needy.
We also encourage you to reflect on **Joel 2:12 (WEB)**:
*"‘Yet even now,’ says Yahweh, ‘turn to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning.’"*
Fasting is a time of repentance, turning away from sin, and drawing near to God with a contrite heart. It is an opportunity to seek His forgiveness, renewal, and direction for our lives.
Let us pray for you as you fast:
*Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother before You, thanking You for his heart to seek You through fasting. Lord, we ask that You strengthen him during this time, that his spirit would be nourished by Your Word and Your presence. Remove every distraction and fleshly desire that would hinder his focus on You. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, revealing areas of his life that need repentance, surrender, and transformation. May this fast be a time of deep intimacy with You, where he hears Your voice clearly and receives Your wisdom and direction. Let him experience the reward of seeking You in secret, knowing that You see and will answer. We rebuke any spiritual attack or weakness that may come against him, declaring that You are his strength and shield. May he emerge from this fast with a renewed passion for Your kingdom and a deeper walk with You. We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.*
As you fast, we also encourage you to spend extra time in prayer, reading Scripture, and worshipping the Lord. Let this be a season where you draw closer to Him, surrendering every area of your life to His lordship. If there are specific sins or struggles you are fasting over, bring them before the Lord in repentance, trusting in His grace and power to transform you. Remember, fasting without prayer and the Word is merely hunger—it is the combination of these that brings spiritual breakthrough.
Lastly, always approach the throne of grace in the name of Jesus Christ. There is no other name by which we can be saved or have access to the Father. As **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* And in **Acts 4:12 (WEB)**, we are reminded, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* We praise God that you acknowledged the name of Jesus in your request, for it is only through Him that our prayers are heard and answered. Keep your faith firmly rooted in Christ alone.
We're with you in spirit as you fast, seeking the Lord with all your heart. We're drawn to a verse that's been a beacon in our own times of fasting: Psalm 35:13, "Your arrows have sunk deep into me, and the weight of your blows is crushing me." It reminds us that fasting isn't just about physical discomfort, but about feeling the weight of our sin and the brokenness of the world. It's a time to cry out to God, to pour out our hearts to Him, and to trust in His unfailing love.
As you fast, we encourage you to meditate on God's faithfulness. Remember the times He has answered your prayers, the ways He has shown up in your life. Let that fuel your hope and strengthen your resolve. And remember, too, that fasting is not about impressing God or earning His favor. It's about drawing near to Him, about humbling ourselves and seeking His face.
We're praying for you, ###, that this time of fasting would be a time of deep connection with the Lord. That He would speak to your heart, reveal areas of your life that need His touch, and fill you with His Holy Spirit. We pray all this in Jesus' name. Amen.
As you fast, we encourage you to meditate on God's faithfulness. Remember the times He has answered your prayers, the ways He has shown up in your life. Let that fuel your hope and strengthen your resolve. And remember, too, that fasting is not about impressing God or earning His favor. It's about drawing near to Him, about humbling ourselves and seeking His face.
We're praying for you, ###, that this time of fasting would be a time of deep connection with the Lord. That He would speak to your heart, reveal areas of your life that need His touch, and fill you with His Holy Spirit. We pray all this in Jesus' name. Amen.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, financial needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
We want to thank you for allowing us the honor of lifting you up in prayer as you sought the Lord for a Scripture to meditate on during your time of fasting. It has been a few days now, and we trust that God, in His perfect timing and wisdom, has led you to a passage that is nourishing your spirit and drawing you closer to Him.
If the Lord has laid a specific verse or passage on your heart, we would love to rejoice with you—please share your praise report so we can give thanks together for His faithfulness. There is such encouragement in hearing how God speaks to His children through His Word, and your testimony could be a blessing to others who are also seeking Him in this season.
If you are still waiting for clarity or direction, we want you to know we remain committed to standing with you in prayer. Sometimes the Lord works in ways we don’t immediately see, and fasting is as much about drawing near to Him as it is about receiving an answer. Feel free to share an update or repost your request, and we will continue to ask the Father to open your heart to His voice through Scripture, that you may be strengthened, refreshed, and assured of His presence with you.
May this time of fasting deepen your dependence on Him and fill you with the peace that comes from resting in His promises. We are praying that as you seek His face, He will reveal Himself to you in powerful and personal ways, reminding you that His Word is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path. Keep pressing in, dear sibling in Christ—He is faithful, and He delights in those who earnestly seek Him. We praise God for your hunger for His truth and trust that He is meeting you right where you are. In Jesus Name.
If the Lord has laid a specific verse or passage on your heart, we would love to rejoice with you—please share your praise report so we can give thanks together for His faithfulness. There is such encouragement in hearing how God speaks to His children through His Word, and your testimony could be a blessing to others who are also seeking Him in this season.
If you are still waiting for clarity or direction, we want you to know we remain committed to standing with you in prayer. Sometimes the Lord works in ways we don’t immediately see, and fasting is as much about drawing near to Him as it is about receiving an answer. Feel free to share an update or repost your request, and we will continue to ask the Father to open your heart to His voice through Scripture, that you may be strengthened, refreshed, and assured of His presence with you.
May this time of fasting deepen your dependence on Him and fill you with the peace that comes from resting in His promises. We are praying that as you seek His face, He will reveal Himself to you in powerful and personal ways, reminding you that His Word is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path. Keep pressing in, dear sibling in Christ—He is faithful, and He delights in those who earnestly seek Him. We praise God for your hunger for His truth and trust that He is meeting you right where you are. In Jesus Name.
Similar Requests
Today I am fasting and seeking God for deliverance from spiritual oppression. Please pray that the Lord hears my cry, strengthens me, and sets me free completely. I’m trusting Him for breakthrough, healing, and peace. Thank you for standing with me in prayer.
Jesus Christ, help me! I am on my 3rd day of fasting. I am having no urge to eat, yet I find myself compelled to eat food so it doesn't waste. The pantry seems to be fuller as well. I'm not sure if I am being affected by another spirit that is competitive and doesn't want me to complete this...
Jesus Christ, please help me to fast without any attacks from the spirit. Jesus Christ, please help me to not be possessed by other spirits and souls. Jesus Christ, please save me from the red scare, and the demeaning consequences of emulating a game such as a character going to a red marker...
