Salem Baptist Church
21 Day Consecration & Fasting Guide
October 3-7 | Starting at $5002026 - The Year to Reimagine - Ephesians 3:20
Pastor Ellis would like to personally invite you to participate in 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting with us at Salem Baptist Church starting Monday, January 12, 2026, through Sunday, February 1, 2026, as we prepare for what God will do in the life of our church concerning expansion and spiritual growth for the year 2026.
The Bible says in Mathew 17:20-21, "So Jesus said to them, "Because of your unbelief, for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there, and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you. "However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting."
Starting Monday, January 12, 2026, we will seek the face of God through prayer, meditation, and fasting (abstaining from food) for a period of 21 days as a corporate body (church family). Perhaps you are a seasoned prayer warrior or maybe fasting is a completely new concept for you, pray about joining us on this 21-Day Spiritual Journey
❋ What is fasting?
Fasting is a spiritual discipline designed to better connect us with God. As a church, we are fasting together to deepen our relationship with God as well as get in step with His plan and purpose for us during this coming year. Over the next 21 days, we will substitute our regular food intake with those disciplines that help us better connect with God— reading the Bible, praying, and journaling. The overall goal is to experience a genuine hunger for spending time with God.
❋ How should we prepare for a fast?
Spiritual Preparation
Pray before you fast. Ensure that you communicate with God and seek His guidance regarding your fast. Ask God to help you to examine your heart, and repent any unconfessed sins.
Physical Preparation
Consult a doctor before fasting, to ensure that all your vitals are stable.
We are observing the Daniel Fast
A Daniel Fast is a period of spiritual discipline that combines prayer with a simple, plant-based diet as an act of humility and consecration before God. It is rooted in Daniel 1:8–16, where Daniel resolved not to defile himself and instead ate vegetables and drank water, and Daniel 10: 2–3, where he abstained from rich foods while seeking understanding from God. The fast is not about restriction for its own sake, but about intentionally setting aside comforts to focus the heart on God, sharpen spiritual awareness, and deepen dependence on Him. Through this practice, believers seek clarity, renewal, and alignment with God’s will.
THE MOST IMPORTANT TOOL IN FASTING IS PRAYER!
Prayer is our relationship with God. Our prayer lives are important to us becoming whom God has destined for us to become. We don’t have to pray like someone we have heard, the most important thing that God wants from us, is for us to Seek His Face, to look for Him for guidance, to love on Him, and continuously build a relationship with Him (John 15:14-15).
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.