2026 Family Fast (January)
VFam, We’re Starting an Inspiring & Intentional Journey Together!
Theme: “Dominating New Assignments”
Dominion Defined: To have a commanding influence on; to exercise control over.
In a world full of distractions and challenges, true dominance in life comes from within. Fasting and prayer are powerful tools to sharpen your focus, strengthen your spirit, and align your actions with your higher purpose.
Fasting teaches discipline and helps you master your body, while prayer connects you to divine wisdom and guidance. Together, they cultivate clarity, resilience, and unshakable confidence.
Take a step back, center yourself, and commit to wholeheartedly participate in this corporate time of fasting and prayer. It’s not just an act of devotion—it’s a strategy for life mastery. Through fasting and prayer, you reclaim your power, realign your priorities, and step into the greatness you were created for.
Be intentional. Be prayerful. Be unstoppable. Dominate.
🗓️ Fasting Schedule Overview: Starts 6PM on Sunday, January 4, 2026
January 4 – January 10:
One Meal a Day – Focus on discipline, reflection, and spiritual growth.
January 11 – January 17:
Daniel Denial – A partial fast, typically fruits, vegetables, and whole grains (avoiding meats, sweets, and other rich foods).
January 18 – January 24:
Liquids Only – A deep, cleansing fast that focuses on prayer and pressing into God’s presence.
January 26 – February 1:
Combination of the Week – Combine elements from the previous weeks to reflect on your progress and solidify your breakthroughs.
How to Prepare for the Fast
1. Spiritual Preparation
Pray for Clarity: Before starting, ask God to reveal what He wants to do in your life through this fast. Focus on growth, breakthrough, or a deeper connection with Him.
Journal Your Expectations: Write down your goals and prayers for the fast. Reflect on what you hope to see God do over these 25 days.
2. Fasting in Community
Encourage Accountability: Partner with someone for prayer support or check-ins.
Group Prayer Times: Set up prayer partners or groups (virtual or in-person) to encourage one another during this fast.
Scripture Reflection for Dominating
Psalm 8:6 – “You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet.”
Genesis 1:28 – “Be fruitful and multiply, fill the earth, and subdue it… and have dominion over all living things.”
Luke 10:19 – “Behold, I give you authority… and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”
Romans 8:37 – “Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.”
Scripture Focus by Area: Family, Faith, Finance, Future, Fitness
Family: Peter 3:8 – Unity, love, humility, and tenderness.
Faith: Hebrews 11:2 – Understand God’s order and purpose through faith.
Finance: Deuteronomy 8:18 – God empowers you to succeed.
Future: Jeremiah 29:11-13 – God’s plans are good and full of hope.
Fitness: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – Honor God by caring for your body.
Meditate on these scriptures daily and ask God for insight during your fast.
Fasting Tips & Guidance
Spiritual:
Start each day with prayer and surrender distractions.
Set intentions to hear God’s voice each day.
Physical:
Ease into the fast if you’re new.
Stay hydrated with water, 100% juice, or milk.
Practical:
Plan meals ahead to stay focused.
For children and youth: 3 healthy meals + 2 snacks daily (fruits, vegetables, whole grains).
Creative Worship:
Curate playlists focused on God’s power and dominion.
Worship beyond church: walks, commutes, quiet reflection.
Sustaining the Fast
Adjust for Health Needs: Modify fasting as necessary.
Stay Encouraged: Regular words of encouragement, scriptures, and testimonies will be shared.
Children & Youth Guidelines
Children and youth may participate under parental guidance:
Eat 3 healthy meals + 2 snacks daily.
Avoid sweets, pizza, chips, candy, soda, and junk foods.
Teach children obedience, prayer, and the power of fasting.
Why Children & Youth Fast:
Build a closer relationship with God.
Increase sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.
Develop patience and waiting on the Lord.
Strengthen prayer life and obedience.