2025 – The Year of Consecration
Fasting Guide by Dr. Demetrius D. McClendon Sr.

The Year of Consecration is a call to remove anything that could hinder or contaminate your growth in God. As we enter a new season, One Church invites you, along with family and friends, to join in prayer and fasting — aligning our hearts with God, deepening our relationship with Him, and experiencing transformation together.

Prayer – The Foundation
Power and Transformation Through Prayer

Prayer is the central discipline that fuels our passion to hear God clearly, know Him deeply, and worship Him sincerely. As Jesus modeled, prayer is the foundation of spiritual growth and power.


Scriptures: Matthew 14:13, Mark 1:35, Mark 6:45-46, Luke 4:42, Luke 5:16, Luke 6:12, Luke 9:18, John 6:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Matthew 6:6.


No prayer, no power. Little prayer, little power. Much prayer, much power.

Biblical Fasting
Setting Aside to Draw Near to God

Fasting is not:

  • A diet plan
  • A display of spirituality
  • Punishment for the flesh
  • Required — but it is encouraged and rewarded
    “When you fast… your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” – Matthew 6:16-18

True fasting pairs abstaining from food with acts of kindness and justice (Isaiah 58:3-9).

Fall Season of Renewal
21 Days of Prayer & Fasting — August 21 to September 7

During this season, renew your dedication to God, your spiritual life, marriage and family, ministry, the Church, and community.

Prayer Times:

  • Weekdays: 6 AM (Sanctuary), Noon (anywhere), 6:30 PM (anywhere)
  • Saturdays: 9 AM (Sanctuary)
Prayer & Reading Guide
Ten Ways to Pray for Renewal
  1. A Renewed Heart – Psalm 51:10
  2. Repentance & Forgiveness – 1 John 1:9
  3. Wisdom & Discernment – James 1:5
  4. Hunger for God’s Word – Matthew 5:6
  5. Spirit of Worship – John 4:24
  6. Self-Denial & Surrender – Luke 9:23
  7. Filling of the Holy Spirit – Ephesians 5:18
  8. Spiritual Fruitfulness – Galatians 5:22-23
  9. Heart of Gratitude – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
  10. Spiritual Strength & Endurance – Isaiah 40:31
Prayer Items
What We’re Believing God For
  • Campus expansion & capital campaign
  • Bonner Construction and Associates
  • Spiritual health of One Church
  • Dr. Mac & Lady Alexis – health & marriage
  • Biblical understanding for our church
  • Hearts of celebration for God’s goodness
  • Healthy families & godly marriages
  • A serving church body
  • Community impact in Midlothian & Ellis County
  • Church entrepreneurs
  • Staff pastors, directors, leaders, elders, deacons, and ministry teams
Closing
Balanced Living

As we embark on this journey, let’s take this opportunity to encounter our Father together through prayer and fasting, trusting Him to renew our hearts and transform our lives.

Dr. Demetrius D. McClendon Sr.

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