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The 2026 21 Days of Prayer unites the Church of God of Prophecy around the global call to live and pray “On Mission.”

This year’s emphasis connects prayer directly to evangelism and compassion—seeking open doors for gospel witness, open hearts to share God’s Word, and open opportunities to act in love.

The focus reflects Paul’s prayer in Colossians 4:3, “Pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ.”

Churches and individuals worldwide are invited to align prayer with action: to see, to be moved, and to respond just as Jesus did when He saw the multitudes, was moved with compassion, and ministered to them (Matthew 9:36)

On Mission:  PRAYING TOGETHER
January 5-25, 2026

Prayer and fasting for 21 days significantly strengthen our relationship with God.  We are to shift our focus to God and His wonderful works, not on the things of this world.  It is a good time to dethrone King Stomach, social media, television, phones, video games, and the internet.  This would allow you to spend more time cultivating a more intimate relationship with God.

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A decision to sacrifice food and/or pleasure to get God's attention is a demonstration of faith and assurance in the God who sees, hears, and answers the cries of His people.

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Types of Fasts

Key Points to Remember While You Pray & Fast

  1. Prayer is important because it helps us to stay close to God.  Prayer helps us to grow in our relationship with God.  Prayer is important because it makes us more like Jesus while revealing to us the heart and mind of God.

  2. Fasting is a normal part of a relationship with God.  When you eliminate food from your diet for a number of days, your spirit becomes uncluttered by the things of this world.

  3. Fasting releases God's anointing, favor, and blessing into our lives.  Fasting is the “key that unlocks heaven’s door, and slams shut the gates of hell.” 

  4. Fasting and prayer go hand in hand; fasting without prayer is starving and does not serve a spiritual purpose, and therefore, no rewards will be seen.

  5. When you fast and when you pray, you position yourself to have a supernatural encounter with God.  You are brought into a deeper, more intimate, and powerful relationship with the Lord.  Prayer and fasting unleash a secret source of supernatural power!

  6. Pray and Read the Word daily.

  7. It is a good idea to journal - daily if possible.

    • The reasons that you are fasting (remember the church's needs (local and global) along with your personal reasons)

    • What kind of fast are you doing?

    • The results of your fast.

    • How you feel each day and deal with each day – pros and cons of your fasting experiences.

  8. Drink lots of water (if not doing an absolute fast)

  9. Expect headaches, hunger pangs, and cravings for food, sugar, and caffeine.  These are the times to give in more prayer and spend more time with God.  You will be okay!  Remember, when you are desperate for God, He will meet you when you need Him most.  When you hunger for Him, you will be filled.

  10. Keep your mind on heavenly things - reduce TV time, gossiping, social media (especially Facebook and TikTok), secular music, and other distractions from your lives during this time.

  11. Play praise and worship music as much as possible; listen to the Bible (audio); read biblical devotional books.

  12. Days 2 and 3 are the toughest - especially if you are doing a liquid fast or partial absolute fast.

    • Pray and stay in God's Word.

    • Rest to conserve energy; this is NOT the time to exercise or spring clean - here, your body is burning fat for energy (those on liquid).

  13. Be smart/safe - if at any time you do not feel well (esp. if following a liquid fast) - drink more (esp. something with sugar) or eat fruits or vegetables; then continue.  God still sees and recognizes your sacrifice.

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Prayer Focus - Week One: January 4-10, 2026

Week 1-Open Doors Reaching Those Near Us

Focus

Pray for open doors of ministry in our neighborhoods and communities.

“Lord, open doors for us to reach those around us with Your love.”

Description

This first week focuses on interceding for those near us—family, neighbors, coworkers, our children and youth, and our local communities. Believers are encouraged to ask God to open doors for ministry, meet spiritual and practical needs, and reveal opportunities to share the hope of Christ.

Prayer Points

  • Pray for your neighbors’ spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being.

  • Ask God to give the Church creativity and compassion to serve local needs.

  • Invite children and youth to help identify people or families who need prayer.

As we enter the first week of 21 Days of Prayer—On Mission: Praying Together, the focus turns to the people closest to us: our families, neighbors, coworkers, and communities. Before the gospel is carried across oceans, it is first carried across streets, hallways, backyards, and everyday conversations. Scripture teaches that God is always at work preparing hearts, and He invites His people to pray for and step into the open doors He provides.

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Paul wrote, “Pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ” (Colossians 4:3). Even the great apostle recognized that ministry begins with God’s initiative. Our task is to ask, seek, and walk through the doors He opens—doors to speak life, offer help, build relationships, and embody Christ’s compassion.

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