WEEK 3

Scriptures and devotional readings that you can reflect on each day while you are fasting.

Day 15 | Monday - 01•22•23 | Spiritual Fruitfulness

Morning – John 15:1-12 | Afternoon – John 15:13-17 | Evening – John 15:18-27


On Day 15 of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water converges with the profound teachings of Jesus on love and discipleship in the Gospel of John. In the morning, immerse yourself in John 15:1-12, where Jesus paints a vivid picture of the vine and branches, urging us to abide in His love. As we fast, let us walk on the waters of love, deeply rooted in the source of all nourishment, Christ Himself. In the afternoon, explore John 15:13-17, where Jesus declares the greatest love is to lay down one's life for a friend. May our fast be a journey of sacrificial love, walking in the waters of selflessness and genuine care for others. As evening descends with John 15:18-27, reflect on the challenges that discipleship may bring. In our fasting, may we find strength and resilience, walking on the waters of conviction and dedication to the truth of Christ. On this day, let us abide in the waters of love, carrying the essence of Christ's teachings into every aspect of our lives.

Day 16 | Tuesday - 01•23•23 | Finding Joy In Trials

Morning – John 16:1-15 | Afternoon – John 16:16-24 | Evening – John 16:25-33


On Day 16 of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water aligns with the profound teachings of Jesus as found in the Gospel of John. In the morning, reflect on John 16:1-15, where Jesus promises the coming of the Advocate, the Spirit of Truth. As we fast, let us walk on the waters of wisdom and guidance, trusting in the assurance provided by the Holy Spirit. In the afternoon, explore John 16:16-24, where Jesus speaks of sorrow turning to joy. May our fast be a journey of transforming emotions, walking on the waters of hope and anticipation for the joy that comes in the morning. As evening unfolds with John 16:25-33, absorb Jesus' words of overcoming the world. In our fasting, may we navigate life's storms, walking on the waters of faith and the assurance that Christ has overcome. On this day, may the teachings of Jesus anchor us in the waves of certainty, guiding us as we walk on the waters of faith, joy, and triumphant assurance.



Day 17 | Wednesday - 01•24•23 | Unity and Love

Morning – John 17:1-11 | Afternoon – John 17:12-15 | Evening –John 17:16-26


On Day 17 of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water intertwines with the profound prayer of Jesus in the Gospel of John. In the morning, immerse yourself in John 17:1-11, where Jesus prays for unity among His disciples. As we fast, let us walk on the waters of unity, anchored in the shared purpose of our journey. In the afternoon, delve into John 17:12-15, where Jesus extends His prayer for protection and sanctification. May our fast be a time of sanctification, walking on the waters of consecration and seeking God's protective embrace. As evening descends with John 17:16-26, witness Jesus' prayer for future believers, expressing the desire for complete unity. In our fasting, may we be part of the answered prayer, walking on the waters of harmony and fellowship with believers around the world. On this day, let the waters of prayer unite us, bringing a sense of purpose and harmony to our fast, just as Jesus prayed for His disciples and for us.

Day 18 | Thursday - 01•25•23 | Obedience to God’s Plan

Morning – John 18:1-11 | Afternoon – John 18:12-24 | Evening – John 18:15-40


On Day 18 of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water intertwines with the pivotal events of Jesus' trial in the Gospel of John. In the morning, reflect on John 18:1-11, where Jesus willingly faces arrest, embodying the essence of sacrificial love. As we fast, let us walk on the waters of self-surrender, trusting in the greater purpose unfolding. In the afternoon, explore John 18:12-24, observing Jesus' trial before Annas and the weight of false accusations. May our fast be a journey of steadfastness, walking on the waters of integrity and resilience in the face of adversity. As evening descends with John 18:15-40, delve into the complexities of Peter's denial and Jesus' trial before Pilate. In our fasting, may we find strength in vulnerability, walking on the waters of humility and faithfulness even when faced with challenges. On this day, let our fast be marked by the waters of sacrifice, trial, and unwavering commitment to the path that Christ walked before us.

Day 19 | Friday - 01•26•23 | Jesus’ Sacrifice

Morning – John 19:1-16 | Afternoon – John 19:17-30 | Evening – John 19:31-42


On Day 19 of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water converges with the profound events leading to the crucifixion of Jesus in the Gospel of John. In the morning, reflect on John 19:1-16, where Jesus endures the scorn and mockery of His captors. As we fast, let us walk on the waters of endurance, trusting in the redemptive power of Christ's sacrifice. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in John 19:17-30, witnessing the crucifixion and Jesus' final words. May our fast be a journey of surrender, walking on the waters of humility and submission to God's will. As evening approaches with John 19:31-42, explore the burial of Jesus. In our fasting, may we embrace the transformative waters of redemption, acknowledging the profound love that led Christ to the cross. On this day, let the waters of redemption guide us, grounding our fast in the sacrificial love that bridges the gap between us and our Savior.

Day 20 | Saturday - 01•27•23 | Victory over sin

Morning – John 20:1-10 | Afternoon – John 20:11-23 | Evening – John 20:24-31


On Day 20 of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water reaches its crescendo with the triumphant narrative of Christ's resurrection in the Gospel of John. In the morning, ponder John 20:1-10, where Mary Magdalene discovers the empty tomb, symbolizing the victory over death. As we fast, let us walk on the waters of resurrection, trusting in the transformative power of Christ's triumph. In the afternoon, delve into John 20:11-23, witnessing the encounters with the risen Christ and the bestowment of the Holy Spirit. May our fast be marked by a profound experience of the Spirit's presence, walking on the waters of spiritual renewal. As evening falls with John 20:24-31, explore the skepticism of Thomas transformed into belief. In our fasting, may we too experience a resurrection of faith, walking on the waters of certainty in Christ's victory. On this day, let the waters of resurrection immerse us, bringing forth a renewed sense of hope, faith, and the transformative power of the risen Savior.

Day 21 | Sunday - 01•28•23 | The calling to follow

Morning – John 21:1-14 | Afternoon – John 21:15-19 | Evening – John 21:20-25


On this final day of our 21-day fast, the theme of walking on the water culminates with the transformative encounters between Jesus and His disciples in the Gospel of John. In the morning, immerse yourself in John 21:1-14, where the disciples witness the miraculous catch of fish. As we conclude our fast, let us walk on the waters of divine provision, trusting in Christ's abundance for our journey ahead. In the afternoon, reflect on John 21:15-19, where Jesus reinstates Peter with a call to shepherd His flock. May our fast be a season of renewed purpose, walking on the waters of service and commitment to the call of Christ. As evening falls with John 21:20-25, witness the unique journey each disciple takes. In our fasting, may we embrace the uniqueness of our own paths, walking on the waters of individual purpose guided by Christ's love. On this day, let the waters of renewal flow over us, shaping our journey with a sense of purpose, commitment, and the everlasting presence of the One who calls us to walk on the waters of faith.