For maximum spiritual benefit, set aside plenty of time to be alone with the Lord. Listen for His leading. The more time you spend with Him, the more meaningful your fast will be.

• Morning
  • Begin your day in praise and worship.
  • Read and meditate on God’s Word, preferably on your knees.
  • Pray for His vision for your life and empowerment to do His will.
  • Invite the Holy Spirit to work in you to will and to do His good pleasure according to Philippians 2:13.
• Noon
  • Return to prayer and God’s Word. [For a simple mid-day prayer, pray “Lord please help me to love you with all my heart, soul, mind and strength and to love others as myself”.]
  • Take a short prayer walk.
  • Spend time in silence or asking God for a deeper hunger for His Presence. 
• Evening
  • Get alone for an unhurried time of “seeking His face.”
  • If others are fasting with you, meet together for prayer.
  • Avoid television or any other distraction that may dampen your spiritual focus.

When possible, begin and end each day on your knees with your spouse or family for a brief time of praise and thanksgiving to God. Longer periods of time with our Lord in prayer and study of His Word are often better spent alone.

***Excerpt from 7 Basic Steps to Successful Prayer and Fasting by Bill Bright