You’re hungry, you say? Let’s feed that spirit and fire for God!
“Kingdom fasting” usually refers to fasting that is not just about abstaining from food for personal benefit, but fasting with a kingdom mindset—seeking God’s will, advancing His purposes, and aligning with His rule in every area of life. It goes beyond religious ritual and self-denial; it’s fasting with intentionality for the glory of God and the building of His kingdom.
Here are some key aspects often connected with kingdom fasting:
God-Centered, Not Self-Centered
Instead of fasting primarily for personal breakthrough, weight loss, or health, kingdom fasting is about surrendering desires to seek God’s presence, guidance, and purposes.
(Matthew 6:33 – “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”)
Fasting with Righteousness
Isaiah 58 describes the fast God chooses, the kind of fast that pleases Him:
- “To loose the bonds of wickedness” – breaking chains of sin and oppression.
- “To undo the heavy burdens” – lifting weights off others, not adding to them.
- “To let the oppressed go free” – pursuing justice and freedom.
- “To share your bread with the hungry” – meeting practical needs.
- “To bring to your house the poor who are cast out” – hospitality and generosity.
- “When you see the naked, that you cover him” – caring for the vulnerable.
True fasting is not about denying ourselves for show—it’s about denying selfishness so we can love God and people more fully.
Spiritual Warfare & Intercession
Kingdom fasting often includes standing in the gap for nations, families, communities, and churches—praying for revival, deliverance, and the advancement of God’s kingdom on earth.
Transformation & Alignment
It’s about allowing God to shape our hearts so we walk in holiness, obedience, and power.
The goal is not just answers to prayer, but transformation into Christlikeness, so His will can flow through us.
Empowerment for Kingdom Work
Jesus fasted before beginning His public ministry (Luke 4). Kingdom fasting prepares and empowers believers for effective service, boldness, and spiritual authority.
In short: Kingdom fasting is fasting with a focus on God’s kingdom agenda—justice, righteousness, revival, and transformation—rather than merely personal gain.
Now put down that plate and marinate on Isaiah 58!
