Prayer points during fasting with scriptures

Fasting is a time of intentional focus, where physical needs are set aside to prioritize spiritual growth, clarity, and communion with the Lord. During fasting, prayer becomes even more essential as it bridges the soul and God, opening doors for divine revelation, strength, and breakthrough. Here are 30 prayer points during fasting with scriptures.

Powerful prayers during fasting

1. Strength and endurance

Prayer: Lord, grant me the strength to endure this fast and remain steadfast in my commitment to You.

Scripture: “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” (Isaiah 40:31)

2. Spiritual clarity

Prayer: Father, open my eyes to see Your will and direction clearly during this time of fasting.

Scripture: “Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” (Jeremiah 33:3)

3. Humility

Prayer: Lord, teach me humility and help me to submit fully to Your will.

Scripture:  “Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.” (James 4:10)

4. Deeper relationship with God

Prayer: Father, draw me closer to You as I fast and seek Your face.

Scripture: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8a)

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5. Repentance and forgiveness

Prayer: Lord, I repent of my sins and ask for Your forgiveness. Cleanse me and make me whole.

Scripture: “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9)

6. Guidance and direction

Prayer: Father, guide my steps and direct my path during this fast.

Scripture: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

7. Spiritual growth

Prayer: Lord, help me grow spiritually and become more like Christ through this fasting period.

Scripture: “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” (2 Peter 3:18a)

8. Breakthrough

Prayer: Father, I seek Your breakthrough in my life during this fast. Break every chain that holds me back.

Scripture: “And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden will be taken away from your shoulder, and his yoke from your neck, and the yoke will be destroyed because of the anointing oil.” (Isaiah 10:27)

9. Divine protection

Prayer: Lord, protect me from all evil and harm during this fasting period.

Scripture: “The Lord will keep you from all harm—He will watch over your life.” (Psalm 121:7)

10. Wisdom and understanding

Prayer: Father, grant me wisdom and understanding as I seek Your will.

Scripture: “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” (James 1:5)

11. God’s presence

Prayer: Lord, may Your presence be with me continually as I fast and pray.

Scripture: “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” (Exodus 33:14)

12. Heart of Worship

Prayer: Father, create in me a heart of worship that glorifies Your name.

Scripture: “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:24)

13. Deliverance from temptation

Prayer: Lord, deliver me from all forms of temptation and help me remain faithful to You.

Scripture: “No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able.” (1 Corinthians 10:13)

14. Joy in the Lord

Prayer: Father, fill my heart with joy and gladness in Your presence.

Scripture: “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10b)

15. Revive my spirit

Prayer: Lord, revive my spirit and renew my passion for You.

Scripture: “Will You not revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in You?” (Psalm 85:6)

16. Healing

Prayer: Father, I ask for Your healing power in my body, mind, and spirit.

Scripture: “But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes, we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5)

17. God’s favor

Prayer: Lord, may Your favor rest upon me during this time of fasting.

Scripture: “For You, O Lord, will bless the righteous; with favor You will surround him as with a shield.” (Psalm 5:12)

18. Faith

Prayer: Father, increase my faith as I fast and seek Your face.

Scripture: “So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” (Romans 10:17)

19. God’s provision

Prayer:  Lord, I trust in Your provision for all my needs.

Scripture: “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)

20. Renewal of mind

Prayer: Father, renew my mind and help me to think according to Your will.

Scripture: “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” (Romans 12:2a)

21. Clean heart

Prayer: Lord, create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me.

Scripture: “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” (Psalm 51:10)

22. Peace of God

Prayer: Father, fill my heart with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.

Scripture: “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7)

23. Spiritual discernment

Prayer: Lord, grant me spiritual discernment to recognize Your voice and direction.

Scripture: “But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.” (Hebrews 5:14)

24. For a life of righteousness

Prayer: Father, help me to live a life of righteousness and holiness before You.

Scripture: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33)

25. Deliverance from bondage

Prayer: Lord, break every chain of bondage in my life and set me free.

Scripture: “If the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.” (John 8:36)

26. Gratitude

Prayer: Father, give me a heart full of gratitude for all Your blessings.

Scripture: “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18)

27. For God’s glory to be revealed

Prayer: Lord, may Your glory be revealed in my life during this fast.

Scripture: “But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 3:18)

28. For deliverance from fear

Prayer: Father, deliver me from all fear and fill me with Your perfect love.

Scripture: “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7)

29. For God’s kingdom to advance

Prayer: Lord, may Your kingdom advance through my life and in the world.

Scripture: “Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” (Matthew 6:10)

30. For the fulfillment of God’s promises

Prayer: Father, I stand on Your promises and believe they will be fulfilled in my life.

Scripture: “For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.” (2 Corinthians 1:20)