Join us for 21 Days of prayer and fasting, and a study of the book of Daniel.  This is a TOGETHER initiative (our word for 2024) where we invite you all to join us, anytime over these 21 days, to pray and to fast as we all grow stronger and deeper in God together.

There are many ways to be part of this journey. Fast for one day or a number of days, you might choose a partial fast like Daniel, a full food fast, a partial fast, or anything else that works for you. Each day, we'll be releasing a devotion inspired by the series and on Sundays we will dive into the book of Daniel—a powerful diverse book with prayer and fasting at its core.

We hope you'll join us in embracing this TOGETHER vision.

Together.

We encourage you to do this journey in community - with family, with friends or with your life groups.  Share how you plan to create a practice of prayer and fasting in the next 21 days and encourage each other to stay on the path whilst going deeper in relationship with Jesus.

Fill out the this form if you would like help finding a community within our church:

Fasting.

  • Fasting was a powerful practise of Jesus, and one that we often don’t relate to today. It is a wonderful opportunity to worship God with our body, and exercise spiritual discipline.

    Jesus himself said "I have food to eat that you know nothing about" (John 4:32).

    In the bible people fasted together as part of the rhythm of life on scheduled days but also individually for many reasons:

    Moses fasted for guidance (Exodus 34:28)

    Jehoshaphat fasted for victory in battle (2 Chronicles 20:3-4)

    Ezra fasted for protection (Ezra 8:21-23)

    Esther fasted for deliverance (Esther 4:15-17)

    Daniel fasted for understanding (Daniel 10:2-3, 12-14)

    The Ninevites fasted for mercy (Jonah 3:5-10)

    Jesus fasted for strength to begin His ministry (Matthew 4:1-2)

    The early church fasted for guidance (Acts 13:2-3)

    David fasted in mourning (2 Samuel 1:12)

    The Israelites fasted in times of crisis (Judges 20:26)

    Anna fasted to draw near to God (Luke 2:37)

  • Day Fast: Based on the Jewish custom of minor fasts, from sunrise to sunset.

    24-Hour Fast: Like the Jewish major fasts, such as Yom Kippur, which spans from before sunset to sunset.

    10-Day Daniel Fast: Based on Daniel 1:12-15, this involves a diet of vegetables, water, and potentially some legumes or grains, as practiced by Daniel and his companions during their time in Babylon.

    21-Day Daniel Fast: Referencing Daniel 10:2-3, this fast involves abstaining from rich foods, meat, and wine, focusing instead on simpler foods.

    21-Day Daniel Fast: Referencing Daniel 10:2-3, this fast involves abstaining from rich foods, meat, and wine, focusing instead on simpler foods.

  • Digital Fast - Limiting or eliminating use of digital devices and or social media.

    Shopping Fast - A shopping fast is a period of refraining from non-essential purchases.

    Sugar Fast - A sugar fast entails cutting out sugary foods and drinks.

    This could look like anything that you could give up to draw closer to God.

Prayer.

  • In the next 21 days take time out daily to pray. Challenge yourself to strengthen your existing pattern and practise of prayer.

    During our 21 days of prayer and fasting we will have a topic to pray about together, which you can find in the devotions below. The prayer team have also invited you all to be part of their 24/7 prayer initiative.

  • During the next 21 days our prayer team are praying for the future of our Church, for our Community and for our Nation. Be part of their initiative and book a time to pray.

    https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/8ccfdc

  • Join us for our Prayer Gatherings:

    Tuesday Nights  |  7pm - 8.30pm at Macquarie Life Church
    Dates: 20 Aug, 17 Sept, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov & 10 Dec

    All in Prayer & Worship Gatherings  |  7pm - 9pm at Macquarie Life Church
    Dates: 3 Sept, Tue 22 Oct

    Social Dinner  |  6.30pm - 8pm at Macquarie Life Church
    Date: Tue 1 Oct

    New Years Eve Prayer Party  |  Details coming soon
    Date: 31 Dec

    Hunter Prayer Connection  |  9.30am at Hunter Christian Church
    Dates: Mon 2 Sept, Mon 4 Nov and Mon 2 Dec 

Daily Devotions.

For the next 21 days we are excited to share daily devotions that will continue to encourage you as we explore our theme of prayer, fasting, and the book of Daniel. A big thank you to our dedicated pastors and leaders who have taken the time to write these for us.

Got a question?

Got a question about the series, prayer, fasting or the book of Daniel, please let us know, we’d love to explore it with you.