24-Hour Marathon Prayer and Fasting Guide

Engaging in a marathon prayer can transform your spiritual life, strengthen your relationship with God and bring breakthroughs in areas where you’ve sought His intervention. This guide provides 24 hourly prayer points designed to help you stay focused and spiritually fortified throughout the 24 hours.

General Preparation for Marathon Prayer

1. Prepare Your Environment: Find a quiet and distraction-free place for prayer.
2. Have Essential Materials: Keep your Bible, journal, water, and anointing oil handy.
3. Focus Your Mind: Start with a clean heart and a clear intention.
4. Stay Hydrated: If fasting completely from food, ensure you’re drinking enough water.

24 Marathon Hourly Prayer Sessions

Here is a 24 marathon hourly prayer sessions. This marathon prayer guide will help you finish strong.

12:00 AM – 1:00 AM: Praise and Worship

Scripture:

• Psalm 100:4 “Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude for all You have done.
2. Father, I worship You for Your greatness and unfailing love.
3. Lord, I thank You for the gift of life and the opportunity to commune with You.
4. Father, You are worthy of all praise and honor. Be glorified in my life.
5. Lord, I exalt Your name above all circumstances in my life.
6. Father, I acknowledge Your sovereignty over the heavens and the earth.
7. Lord, I bless Your holy name for being my refuge and fortress.
8. Father, I thank You for the new day filled with Your mercies.
9. Lord, I sing praises to You for Your goodness and faithfulness.
10. Father, may my worship rise to You as a sweet-smelling sacrifice.

1:00 AM – 2:00 AM: Confession and Cleansing

Scripture:

• 1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I confess every sin I have knowingly or unknowingly committed.
2. Father, wash me clean with the blood of Jesus.
3. Lord, I repent of all thoughts, words, and actions that have grieved You.
4. Father, forgive me for neglecting Your word and Your will in my life.
5. Lord, purify my heart and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
6. Father, help me to turn away from sin and walk in righteousness.
7. Lord, cleanse me from all hidden faults and presumptuous sins.
8. Father, I renounce any ungodly covenant knowingly or unknowingly entered into.
9. Lord, I surrender my heart fully to You. Take control of my life.
10. Father, restore the joy of my salvation and uphold me with Your Spirit.

2:00 AM – 3:00 AM: Inviting the Holy Spirit

Scripture:

• Acts 1:8 “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Holy Spirit, I invite You to fill me afresh and take control.
2. Lord, let Your Spirit empower me to pray effectively.
3. Holy Spirit, guide my thoughts and align my desires with God’s will.
4. Father, let Your Spirit ignite a passion for Your word within me.
5. Holy Spirit, intercede on my behalf with groanings that cannot be uttered.
6. Lord, help me to be sensitive to the leading of Your Spirit.
7. Holy Spirit, reveal God’s purpose and plans for my life.
8. Father, let Your Spirit bring clarity to every area of confusion in my life.
9. Holy Spirit, teach me to walk in obedience and submission to Your will.
10. Lord, let the fire of the Holy Spirit consume every impurity in my life.

3:00 AM – 4:00 AM: Deliverance and Healing

Scripture:

• Isaiah 53:5 “But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I declare healing over every area of my life in Jesus’ name.
2. Father, deliver me from every spiritual bondage and oppression.
3. Lord, break every chain of sickness and disease in my life.
4. Father, uproot every seed of affliction sown by the enemy.
5. Lord, restore my health and renew my strength.
6. Father, let Your healing power flow through my body, mind, and spirit.
7. Lord, deliver me from every generational curse hindering my progress.
8. Father, set me free from every captivity holding me back.
9. Lord, heal my broken heart and bind up every wound.
10. Father, let Your deliverance bring peace and restoration to my life.

4:00 AM – 5:00 AM: Intercession for Family

Scripture:

• Joshua 24:15 “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I lift up my family before You and ask for Your divine protection.
2. Father, bless and prosper every member of my family.
3. Lord, let Your mercy prevail over any judgment against my family.
4. Father, break every generational curse affecting my family lineage.
5. Lord, restore unity and love among family members.
6. Father, guide every decision made by my family members.
7. Lord, heal any broken relationships within my family.
8. Father, protect my family from every plan of the enemy.
9. Lord, grant my family divine breakthroughs in every area of life.
10. Father, let my family be a light and testimony to others.

5:00 AM – 6:00 AM: Protection and Guidance

Scripture:

• Psalm 91:11 “For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, shield me and my loved ones from all harm and danger.
2. Father, guide my steps and decisions today.
3. Lord, let Your angels encamp around me and my household.
4. Father, protect me from every hidden trap of the enemy.
5. Lord, lead me in paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake.
6. Father, grant me wisdom to pass through challenges of life.
7. Lord, protect me from accidents and untimely death.
8. Father, let Your presence go before me and make every crooked path straight.
9. Lord, keep my heart and mind at peace as I trust in You.
10. Father, let Your word be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.

6:00 AM – 7:00 AM: Thanksgiving for God’s Faithfulness

Scripture:

• Lamentations 3:22-23 “Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness that never fails.
2. Lord, I praise You for Your steadfast love and endless mercies.
3. Father, thank You for the gift of another day filled with hope and promise.
4. Lord, I am grateful for Your provision and protection over my life.
5. Father, thank You for the victories You have given me.
6. Lord, I acknowledge that every good thing in my life comes from You.
7. Father, thank You for keeping me safe through the night.
8. Lord, I am grateful for Your guidance and the wisdom You provide.
9. Father, I thank You for Your peace that guards my heart and mind.
10. Lord, I praise You for Your commitment to my well-being.

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Prayers for Strength and Renewal

Scripture:

• Isaiah 40:31 “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, renew my strength for the tasks ahead.
2. Father, help me to rise above every challenge like an eagle.
3. Lord, grant me the endurance to stay steadfast in my faith.
4. Father, refresh my soul with Your presence and power.
5. Lord, I surrender my weaknesses to You; make me strong.
6. Father, let Your joy be my strength throughout the day.
7. Lord, strengthen me to overcome every temptation and trial.
8. Father, fill me with boldness and courage to fulfill Your purpose.
9. Lord, restore my physical, emotional, and spiritual strength.
10. Father, help me to remain rooted in Your word and promises.

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Prayers for Divine Guidance

Scripture:

• Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I surrender my plans to You; direct my steps today.
2. Father, guide me to make decisions that align with Your will.
3. Lord, reveal Your purpose for my life and help me walk in it.
4. Father, protect me from the traps of confusion and deception.
5. Lord, grant me clarity and insight in every situation.
6. Father, let Your Spirit guide me in every area of my life.
7. Lord, help me trust in Your timing and wisdom.
8. Father, align my thoughts and desires with Your plans for me.
9. Lord, go ahead of me and clear every obstacle on my path.
10. Father, open my eyes to see opportunities You have prepared for me.

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Prayers for Favor

Scripture:

• Psalm 5:12 “For You, O Lord, will bless the righteous; with favor You will surround him as with a shield.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, let Your favor rest upon me and distinguish me.
2. Father, open doors of opportunity that no man can shut.
3. Lord, grant me favor in the sight of all those I encounter today.
4. Father, let Your favor shield me from every form of rejection.
5. Lord, help me find favor in my workplace, home, and community.
6. Father, let Your favor bring increase and multiplication into my life.
7. Lord, I declare that Your favor will break every protocol on my behalf.
8. Father, surround me with favor like a shield in every situation.
9. Lord, let Your favor bring divine connections into my life.
10. Father, let Your favor speak for me where I cannot defend myself.

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Prayers for Wisdom and Understanding

Scripture:

• James 1:5 “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, grant me wisdom to handle every challenge today.
2. Father, give me understanding to discern right from wrong.
3. Lord, help me apply wisdom in my relationships and decisions.
4. Father, teach me to number my days and live purposefully.
5. Lord, let Your Spirit guide me into all truth.
6. Father, give me insight and revelation into Your word.
7. Lord, help me make choices that honor You.
8. Father, bless me with divine understanding in my career and endeavors.
9. Lord, help me to avoid every trap of foolishness and pride.
10. Father, let my decisions align with Your perfect will.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Prayers for Breakthrough

Scripture:

• Micah 2:13 “The One who breaks open will come up before them; they will break out, pass through the gate, and go out by it; their king will pass before them, with the Lord at their head.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I declare breakthroughs in every area of my life.
2. Father, break every barrier holding me back from progress.
3. Lord, open every closed door standing before me.
4. Father, let every wall of limitation fall in Jesus’ name.
5. Lord, grant me victory over every obstacle in my path.
6. Father, release divine helpers to support me in my journey.
7. Lord, bring restoration to every area of loss in my life.
8. Father, let Your power break the chains of delay and stagnation.
9. Lord, let me walk boldly into the promises You have for me.
10. Father, I declare freedom from every yoke of oppression.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Intercession for Nations

Scripture:

• 2 Chronicles 7:14 “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

Marathon Prayer

1. Lord, I lift up the nations of the world before You.
2. Father, let Your mercy prevail over judgment in our land.
3. Lord, bring healing and restoration to broken nations.
4. Father, raise godly leaders who will govern with integrity and righteousness.
5. Lord, let every plan of the enemy against the nations be thwarted.
6. Father, release peace in areas plagued by conflict and war.
7. Lord, let Your gospel spread to every corner of the earth.
8. Father, protect missionaries and believers in persecuted regions.
9. Lord, grant wisdom to world leaders to make decisions aligned with Your will.
10. Father, let revival break out across the nations, bringing many to salvation.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Prayers for Financial Breakthrough

Scripture:

• Philippians 4:19 “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, bless the work of my hands and prosper my efforts.
2. Father, open doors of financial opportunities for me.
3. Lord, break the yoke of lack and poverty in my life.
4. Father, let divine provision locate me and my family.
5. Lord, teach me to be a good steward of the resources You provide.
6. Father, release divine connections for financial blessings.
7. Lord, let every devourer assigned to my finances be rebuked.
8. Father, grant me creative ideas for wealth creation.
9. Lord, I declare financial freedom and abundance in my life.
10. Father, bless me so I can be a blessing to others.

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Prayers for Spiritual Growth

Scripture:

• Colossians 2:6-7 “As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, help me grow deeper in my relationship with You.
2. Father, give me a hunger and thirst for Your word.
3. Lord, teach me to walk in obedience to Your commandments.
4. Father, strengthen my faith and trust in You.
5. Lord, prune every area of my life that does not bear fruit.
6. Father, help me to be consistent in prayer and worship.
7. Lord, fill me with Your Spirit to live a victorious Christian life.
8. Father, open my eyes to see Your hand in every situation.
9. Lord, let me grow in love and compassion for others.
10. Father, equip me to fulfill the purpose You have for my life.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Prayers for Restoration

Scripture:

• Joel 2:25 “So I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, restore everything the enemy has stolen from me.
2. Father, bring healing to areas of my life that have been broken.
3. Lord, restore my joy and peace in You.
4. Father, let Your power bring restoration to my health and strength.
5. Lord, renew relationships that have been strained or broken.
6. Father, restore my finances and open doors of opportunity.
7. Lord, let Your restoration bring testimonies in my life.
8. Father, restore my dreams and visions that have been lost.
9. Lord, bring back the fire and passion for Your kingdom.
10. Father, let Your grace restore what the enemy meant for evil.

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Prayers for Protection

Scripture:

• Psalm 121:7-8 “The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul. The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I commit my going out and coming in into Your hands.
2. Father, shield me and my family from every attack of the enemy.
3. Lord, let Your angels watch over me and protect me from harm.
4. Father, hide me under the shadow of Your wings.
5. Lord, protect me from accidents and unforeseen dangers.
6. Father, let every plan of the enemy against me be destroyed.

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Prayers for Victory Over Strongholds

Scripture:

• 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I pull down every stronghold of fear and doubt in my life.
2. Father, demolish every lie of the enemy that seeks to deceive me.
3. Lord, break every stronghold of generational curses in my family.
4. Father, let the fire of the Holy Spirit consume every demonic power opposing me.
5. Lord, I declare victory over every plan of the enemy against my destiny.
6. Father, destroy every spiritual roadblock in my path.
7. Lord, bring to ruin every scheme of the enemy against my peace.
8. Father, let every wall of resistance to my prayers crumble now.
9. Lord, help me take every thought captive to align with Your truth.
10. Father, give me boldness to stand firm in the face of spiritual opposition.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Thanksgiving and Reflection

Scripture:

Psalm 107:1 “Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I thank You for sustaining me through this day of prayer and fasting.
2. Father, I reflect on Your goodness and give You all the glory.
3. Lord, I am grateful for Your presence that has surrounded me.
4. Father, I thank You for hearing and answering my prayers.
5. Lord, I praise You for the breakthroughs You have already released.
6. Father, I acknowledge Your mercy and compassion over my life.
7. Lord, I give thanks for the spiritual growth I have experienced today.
8. Father, thank You for the peace that has filled my heart during this time.
9. Lord, I praise You for the victories over every challenge I’ve prayed about.
10. Father, I lift my voice in gratitude for the testimonies that will follow.

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Prayers for Renewal of Strength

Scripture:

• Nehemiah 8:10 “Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, renew my strength as I continue in this journey of prayer and fasting.
2. Father, let Your joy fill my heart and strengthen my spirit.
3. Lord, refresh me physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
4. Father, remove every weariness and grant me supernatural strength.
5. Lord, empower me to finish this prayer marathon strong.
6. Father, let Your word revive my soul and give me hope.
7. Lord, strengthen my hands for the work You have called me to do.
8. Father, let the power of the Holy Spirit revitalize me.
9. Lord, help me to remain steadfast and immovable in faith.
10. Father, let Your grace sustain me as I press on.

8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Intercession for the Church

Scripture:

• Matthew 16:18 “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, bless and strengthen the Body of Christ worldwide.
2. Father, let Your church stand firm in the face of persecution.
3. Lord, raise up leaders who will shepherd Your flock with integrity.
4. Father, let Your church be a beacon of light in dark places.
5. Lord, equip the church with wisdom to navigate modern challenges.
6. Father, protect missionaries and evangelists working in hostile regions.
7. Lord, let revival break out in every corner of the globe.
8. Father, unify Your church and remove every spirit of division.
9. Lord, let the gospel be preached to all nations as a testimony.
10. Father, strengthen the faith of believers and draw more souls to You.

9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Prayers for Peace

Scripture:

• John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, let Your peace reign in my heart and mind.
2. Father, remove every spirit of anxiety and fear in my life.
3. Lord, grant me peace that surpasses all understanding.
4. Father, let Your peace guard my home and family.
5. Lord, bring peace to situations of conflict in my life.
6. Father, calm every storm raging around me.
7. Lord, let Your peace rule over my workplace and relationships.
8. Father, let Your presence fill my life with serenity.
9. Lord, I declare that Your peace will silence every voice of chaos.
10. Father, thank You for being the Prince of Peace in my life.

10:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Prayers of Dedication

Scripture:

• Romans 12:1 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I dedicate my life to serve You wholeheartedly.
2. Father, take my life and use it for Your glory.
3. Lord, help me to live a life that is holy and pleasing to You.
4. Father, let my actions reflect my commitment to You.
5. Lord, teach me to walk in humility and obedience to Your will.
6. Father, let my life be a testimony of Your grace and love.
7. Lord, I surrender my plans, desires, and future to You.
8. Father, use my gifts and talents for the advancement of Your kingdom.
9. Lord, let my life be a light that draws others to You.
10. Father, keep me steadfast in my faith until the very end.

11:00 PM – 12:00 AM: Prayers of Victory and Closing Thanksgiving

Scripture:

• 1 Corinthians 15:57 “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Marathon Prayers

1. Lord, I thank You for the victory You have given me in every area of my life.
2. Father, I praise You for answered prayers and breakthroughs.
3. Lord, I celebrate the peace, joy, and hope You have restored to me.
4. Father, thank You for fighting my battles and granting me triumph.
5. Lord, I thank You for the testimonies that will come from this prayer marathon.
6. Father, I bless Your name for sustaining me through this day of fasting.
7. Lord, I declare that the enemy’s plans have been destroyed.
8. Father, I thank You for the power and authority You have given me in Christ.
9. Lord, I praise You for Your faithfulness and unending love.
10. Father, I close this marathon with gratitude and surrender, knowing You have done exceedingly more than I can ask or imagine.

Conclusion

As you conclude this 24-hour marathon prayer, rest in the assurance that God has heard your prayers and is working all things together for your good. Continue to walk in faith, maintain a spirit of gratitude, and expect great testimonies in the days ahead.

 

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