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We’re hungry for more of God—to witness him move and experience his presence on an even deeper level. Join us in worshipping God and praying for his purposes in our church as we live marked for a purpose!

Schedule

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Monday, July 8

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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TUESDAY, July 9

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 10

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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THURSDAY, JULY 11

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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LIVE ONLY

FRIDAY, JULY 12

Presence Night
7-9PM
Live at Favor Church Brisbane
(No online stream)

SHANG IS OPEN!

Come join us at Favor Church, Shangri-La Plaza, to sit, pray, worship, and enjoy God’s presence.
MONDAY 10AM-7:30PM
TUESDAY 10AM-7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 10AM-7:30PM
THURSDAY 10AM-7:30PM
FRIDAY 10AM-5PM
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ONLINE

Monday, July 8

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
Online on Zoom

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ONLINE

TUESDAY, JULY 9

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 10

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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THURSDAY, JULY 11

Prayer Night
8-8:30PM
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LIVE ONLY

FRIDAY, JULY 12

Presence Night
7-9PM
Live at the Favor Church Brisbane
(No online stream)

SHANG IS OPEN!

Come join us at Favor Church, Shangri-La Plaza, to sit, pray, worship, and enjoy God’s presence.
MONDAY 10AM-7:30PM
TUESDAY 10AM-7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 10AM-7:30PM
THURSDAY 10AM-7:30PM
FRIDAY 10AM-5PM
Join us for our weekly prayer meeting—still on during Presence Week!

Wednesday, July 10
7-7:30AM
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Wednesday, July 10
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Daily Prayer Points

Here’s what we’ll be praying for in our 5 days of fasting. We’re excited for what God will do as we sacrificially take the time to set ourselves aside and fix our eyes on him, worship him, glorify him, and hunger for more of him in our lives and church.

Day 1: Make, Train, and Release Disciples into Ministry

As a church, we intentionally make disciples who are sold out for Jesus, training and releasing them into reaching out to those in their world and continually equipping them to share the gospel. Let’s pray for more people who are willing to be sent by God and are hungry for God’s purpose in their lives.
Matthew‬ ‭28‬:‭19‬-‭20‬ ‭NLT
‬“Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Matthew‬ ‭16‬:‭24‬ ‭NLT‬‬
“Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me.”

Matthew 9:37-38 NIV
“Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.’”

Acts 1:8 NIV
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

Romans 10:15 NIV
“And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’”

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

  • How have I neglected my discipleship journey?
  • How can I enjoy God’s faithfulness in how he is changing me?

Day 2: Pastorally Care for Those in Our Community

As a church, we are passionate about loving and caring for one another — thinking of one another’s needs like our own — in doing so we reflect Jesus and build one another up. Let’s pray for our hearts to know how to receive and give God’s love, and for people in our community to be able to receive God’s love and give care and comfort to others.

John‬ ‭13‬:‭34‬-‭35‬ NIV
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

1 Peter‬ ‭5‬:‭2‬ ‭NLT‬‬
“Care for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly—not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God.”

2 Timothy‬ ‭4‬:‭2‬ ‭NLT‬‬
“Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.”

1 Thessalonians 5:14 NIV
“And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone.”

1 Peter‬ ‭4‬:‭10‬ NIV
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”

Galatians 6:2 NIV
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

  • Is there something in your heart limiting you from receiving and giving God’s love?
  • Who are the people in our community you could extend some support or care to?

Day 3: Help the Poor and Needy Outside of Our Community

Generosity is a core value in our church. God has been so generous with us, so we live generous lives! It’s not just about money, but in our time, words, and service, we can be generous. We’re praying for our hands, feet, and hearts to be generous the way Jesus lived a generous life.

James 1:27 NLT
“Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you.”

Proverbs‬ ‭28‬:‭27‬ ‭NLT‬‬
“Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed.”

Deuteronomy‬ ‭15‬:‭10‬ ‭NLT‬
“Give generously to the poor, not grudgingly, for the Lord your God will bless you in everything you do.”

Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭12‬-‭14‬ ‭NLT‬‬
“Then he turned to his host. “When you put on a luncheon or a banquet,” he said, “don’t invite your friends, brothers, relatives, and rich neighbors. For they will invite you back, and that will be your only reward. Instead, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind. Then at the resurrection of the righteous, God will reward you for inviting those who could not repay you.”

Matthew 25:34-40 MSG
“Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Enter, you who are blessed by my Father! Take what’s coming to you in this kingdom. It’s been ready for you since the world’s foundation. And here’s why: I was hungry and you fed me, I was thirsty and you gave me a drink, I was homeless and you gave me a room, I was shivering and you gave me clothes, I was sick and you stopped to visit, I was in prison and you came to me.’ “Then those ‘sheep’ are going to say, ‘Master, what are you talking about? When did we ever see you hungry and feed you, thirsty and give you a drink? And when did we ever see you sick or in prison and come to you?’ And when did we ever see you sick or in prison and come to you?’ Then the King will say, ‘I’m telling the solemn truth: Whenever you did one of these things to someone overlooked or ignored, that was me—you did it to me.’

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

  • How have I grumbled or complained about things that other people would thank God for?
  • How is God challenging me to be more generous in this season?

Day 4: Training and Blessing Pastors and Churches Outside of Our Community

Our church wouldn’t be where it is today if other churches around the world didn’t help us—we want to do the same for others! Let’s pray for pastors and leaders outside our church community as we invest into helping them. Believe that they can champion the purposes that God has given their community and for kingdom-wins!

1 Corinthians‬ ‭1‬:‭10‬ ‭NLT
“I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose.”

Galatians 6:10 NLT
“Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith.”

Acts 20:35 NIV
“And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Romans 12:13 NLT
“When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.”

Ephesians 4:16 NLT
“He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love.”

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

  • Have you prayed for a church other than your own?
  • Is there a church you can pray for?

Day 5: Have Fun While Doing This All + Filling with the Holy Spirit

Understanding that we need the Holy Spirit allows us to rely on God’s power rather than our own efforts. Knowing that joy and fun are part of the journey means that we can be excited over what God has done, is doing, and will do next! We pray for a church filled with the Holy Spirit and JOY!

Psalm 16:11 NLT
“You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.”

John 10:10 NIV
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

Acts ‭1‬:‭‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.””

Acts ‭2‬:‭38‬ ‭NLT‬
“Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

Acts 13:52 ESV
“And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 15:13 ESV
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

  • How can you make room for more of the Holy Spirit in your life?
  • What are 10 things you can find joy in today?
  • What’s something practical you can do to start doing things with more joy?

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What is Fasting?

Fasting is when you give up food for a certain amount of time. When we remove or reduce our food intake, it weakens our bodies, forcing us to become closer to God and rely on his strength more than our own.

Fasting is not required for salvation, and there’s no pressure! But, it is something that Jesus did (he didn’t eat for 40 days at one time) and instructed his disciples to do. Check out Matthew 4:1-11 and Matthew 6:16-18 to see more about Jesus’ heart for fasting.

Why Do We Fast?

The power of fasting comes when we combine it with prayer and the faith to believe that God will come through. So what are you praying for this fast? Set your goals and be expectant. Let the desire of what you’re believing for be greater than your desire for food. But more than these things, let’s desire for greater intimacy with Jesus.

How Do You Fast?

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PLAN YOUR FAST
Decide what you are going to fast, then prepare physically, mentally, and practically. Plan your schedule to include more time with God, and plan to change your diet in the lead-up to allow your body time to adjust. Make sure to check with your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions that may affect your ability to fast.
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SET YOUR OBJECTIVES
Ask yourself: 'What am I praying and believing for?' It may be your family, breakthrough in your career, greater intimacy with God, financial provision, or something else. Be clear and define your objectives before you fast.
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GET YOUR HEART RIGHT
It's hard to hear from God and grow in your intimacy with him if your heart is not right. The two key areas to look at here are unconfessed sins and offense. It's important to get these areas in your heart right before fasting!
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PRAY
It may seem obvious, but if you're just fasting and not praying, it's simply a hunger strike! Fasting is all about becoming more intimate with God. As you fast, pray and intentionally spend time with God, asking him to speak to you!
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EXPECT RESULTS
Fasting done right will help you grow closer to God and become more reliant on him! Fasting is not a cure for every issue, but it is a great way to develop your relationship with God.
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What Does a Fast Look Like?

The biblical model for fasting means giving up food—either completely or in part. You can also fast from distractions like social media and technology. Although these are not in the Bible, it does make sense to fast from things that distract you in your relationship with God. However, we’d encourage you to also fast from food—this is the best way to notice your physical weakness and begin to rely on God’s strength. Read more about fasting, types of fasts, and other helpful info here.

One meal

Just eat one meal a day!
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Skip breakfast and lunch, then eat dinner, or something similar. As you go about your day, you'll be hungry, and reminded to rely on God. (Disclaimer: this doesn't mean you eat three meals' worth of food in your one meal!)

Daniel fast

Based on what Daniel ate in the Bible!
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This means no meat, dairy, breads, processed foods, or refined sugar. The focus is on raw fruits and vegetables, water, whole grains, and nuts and seeds.
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Liquid fast

No solid food—just liquids!
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This looks like fruit juices and smoothies. (Again, don't try to bend this one—no chocolate milkshakes!)
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Water fast

A great way to stretch yourself
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This is a great way to really stretch yourself – consume nothing but water! This completely removes all food, making you weak and reliant on God.
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Additional Resources

Choosing to fast even in the midst of health challenges can be powerful. But it’s always a good idea to consult with a doctor first. Fasting can affect people differently, depending on their health condition. They know your unique situation and can give you personalized advice. You can still participate in our fasting week in other ways safe for your health, like cutting back on social media/entertainment and saying no to sweets or junk food. Just remember, if you decide to reduce food intake, it’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor to make sure it’s safe for you. When you finally decide on what to fast, commit to it! We’re believing that God will show up!

Choosing to fast even in the midst of health challenges can be powerful. But it’s always a good idea to consult with a doctor first. Fasting can affect people differently, depending on their health condition. They know your unique situation and can give you personalized advice. You can still participate in our fasting week in other ways safe for your health, like cutting back on social media/entertainment and saying no to sweets or junk food. Just remember, if you decide to reduce food intake, it’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor to make sure it’s safe for you. When you finally decide on what to fast, commit to it! We’re believing that God will show up!

Need Prayer?

We’re always ready and willing to pray with you and for you! If you have a prayer need or want to pray with someone about your Presence Week experience, you may email us at prayer@favor.church.

Have a Testimony?

God always speaks powerfully during Presence Week, and we’ve heard countless stories of God doing the miraculous! If you have a testimony to share, we’d love to hear it!