Remnant Christian Network’s 40 Days Prayer and Fasting 2026: Combating Witchcraft Through Faith and Spiritual Discipline

Beloved in Christ, as we step into 2026, the Remnant Christian Network (RCN) Global, under the apostolic leadership of Apostle Arome Osayi, has embarked on a powerful 40-day season of prayer and fasting. This annual spiritual exercise revives apostolic Christianity, drawing believers into deeper intimacy with God, spiritual warfare, and breakthrough.

The theme for 2026 focuses on Combating Witchcraft, emphasizing intentional prayer, worship, and separation from distractions to sharpen spiritual sensitivity and gain dominion over dark forces. As Apostle Arome Osayi declares, this journey equips believers to engage heaven for clarity, deliverance, and victory.

Who is Apostle Arome Osayi? A Brief Biography

Apostle Arome Osayi, born on December 2, 1977, in Benue State, Nigeria, ranks as the fifth child in a family of seven. God called him early into ministry, with a burning passion for revival and the rebirth of authentic apostolic Christianity.

He founded Remnant Christian Network in 2010 (some sources cite earlier beginnings), a ministry committed to undiluted Word of God, fervent prayer, and raising a generation of believers who walk in power and purity. Apostle Arome serves as author, mentor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He marries Rev. Mrs. Dinna Osayi, and their union blesses with children.

His teachings emphasize spiritual authority, prayer, fasting, and discernment in spiritual warfare. Thousands worldwide regard him as a voice of revival in these end times.

About Remnant Christian Network (RCN)

Remnant Christian Network stands as an interdenominational, non-denominational international ministry dedicated to restoring apostolic Christianity. RCN strives for sound biblical teaching, intense prayer, and raising believers who operate in God’s power.

Headquarters: Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria (Beside International Market, George Akume Way).

RCN has grown rapidly with branches across Nigeria and internationally:

• Nigeria — Lagos (Academy Inn and Multipurpose Hall, Plot 6, Lateef Jakande Road, Agidingbi, Ikeja), Zaria (Kaduna State), and others.
• International — North America (Tulsa, Oklahoma; Houston, Texas; Hempstead, New York; Minnesota), Canada, Ghana, and more.

Daily broadcasts, conferences, and missions extend the ministry’s reach. Visit the official website at rcnglobal.org for more details, sermons, and live streams.

The 40 Days Prayer and Fasting: Details for 2026

This sacred season began around January 5-6, 2026, and runs for 40 days. Daily teachings and prayer sessions (often broadcast live) feature ministers like Rev. Tony Audu addressing topics such as Faith and Combating Witchcraft.

The focus calls believers to:

• Separate from spiritual dullness.
• Engage in persistent prayer.
• Wage warfare against witchcraft and demonic influences.
• Seek personal and corporate revival.

As seen in live sessions, the emphasis is on building faith to overcome spiritual stagnation and claim destiny. Join live on RCN’s YouTube channel or local centers for corporate gatherings.

Teachings by Apostle Arome Osayi on Fasting and Prayer

Apostle Arome teaches extensively on fasting as a spiritual weapon. Key insights include:

• Fasting trains the human spirit → It subdues the flesh, heightens spiritual sensitivity, and builds capacity to carry God’s anointing.
• Safe and effective fasting → He provides practical guidelines, warning against extremes that open doors to satanic attacks. Always prepare the body and spirit.
• Power in persistence → Fasting combined with prayer releases breakthrough, especially in combating altars, witchcraft, and destiny blockers.
• Protect yourself spiritually → Maintain a worshipful atmosphere, avoid distractions, and guard against attacks during prolonged fasts.

Messages like “The Power of Fasting” and “Practical Guidelines for Safe Fasting” are available on RCN’s YouTube channel. Apostle Arome stresses that fasting isn’t mere abstinence but a deliberate engagement with God for transformation.

How to Prepare for 40 Days of Prayer and Fasting

Embarking on 40 days requires spiritual and physical preparation. Here are biblical and practical steps inspired by scriptural examples (Jesus in Matthew 4, Moses, Elijah) and general Christian guidance:

1. Seek God’s Direction — Pray for personal objectives: breakthrough, deliverance, revival, or clarity.
2. Physical Preparation:

– Ease in — Reduce meal portions days before. Avoid heavy, sugary, or processed foods.
– Choose your fast type — Many opt for liquids (water, juices), Daniel Fast (fruits, vegetables, no meat/dairy/sweets), or guided partial fasts. Consult a doctor if health concerns exist—safety first!
3. Spiritual Preparation:
– Repent and consecrate — Confess sins, forgive others, and dedicate the period to God.
– Set a prayer schedule — Dedicate specific times daily for prayer, worship, and Bible study.
– Create a worshipful environment — Limit distractions (social media, entertainment) to maintain sensitivity.
4. During the Fast:
– Stay hydrated (if not dry fasting).
– Rest and listen to teachings.
– Journal revelations and prayer points.
5. Breaking the Fast — Do so gradually with light foods to avoid shock.

Remember, the goal is drawing nearer to God (James 4:8). Even partial participation yields fruit!

Final Exhortation: Step into Victory!

Dear remnant, this 40-day season offers divine opportunity to combat witchcraft, break chains, and emerge stronger in faith. As Apostle Arome Osayi often says, God designed you for dominion—not ordinary living.

Whether joining physically at an RCN center or remotely, commit fully. Expect encounters, healings, deliverances, and fresh fire!

“Is not this the fast that I have chosen? To loose the bands of wickedness…” (Isaiah 58:6).

The Biblical Basis for 40-Day Fasts

The number 40 holds deep spiritual significance throughout Scripture, often marking periods of testing, preparation, judgment, or intimate encounter with God. While shorter fasts appear frequently in the Bible, three prominent figures undertook extraordinary 40-day fasts—periods of complete abstinence from food (and in some cases, water)—during pivotal moments of divine purpose. These examples form the primary biblical foundation for modern 40-day fasts observed by many believers and ministries today.

1. Moses’ 40-Day Fasts on Mount Sinai

Moses fasted 40 days and 40 nights twice while receiving God’s covenant on Mount Sinai.

• First fast (Exodus 24:18; Deuteronomy 9:9):
  Moses ascended the mountain to receive the Ten Commandments on stone tablets “written with the finger of God.” During this time, he ate no bread and drank no water as he stood in God’s presence.

“When I went up on the mountain to receive the tablets of stone… I stayed on the mountain forty days and forty nights; I ate no bread and drank no water.” (Deuteronomy 9:9, NIV)

• Second fast (Exodus 34:28; Deuteronomy 9:18):
  After Israel’s sin with the golden calf, Moses interceded for the people and returned to the mountain for another 40 days and 40 nights without food or water, receiving the renewed tablets of the covenant.

“Moses was there with the LORD forty days and forty nights without eating bread or drinking water. And he wrote on the tablets the words of the covenant—the Ten Commandments.” (Exodus 34:28, NIV)

These fasts marked seasons of divine revelation, intercession, and covenant renewal. Moses’ body was supernaturally sustained by God’s presence.

2. Elijah’s 40-Day Fast to Mount Horeb

After his victory over the prophets of Baal and subsequent flight from Jezebel, Elijah was physically and emotionally depleted. God strengthened him through an angel’s provision, then Elijah journeyed 40 days and 40 nights on that single meal to Mount Horeb (the mountain of God).

“There he went into a cave and spent the night. And the word of the LORD came to him… He [Elijah] traveled forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God.” (1 Kings 19:8–9, NIV)

This fast was a time of restoration, renewed commissioning, and intimate encounter—God met Elijah not in wind, earthquake, or fire, but in a “gentle whisper” (1 Kings 19:12).

3. Jesus’ 40-Day Fast in the Wilderness

The clearest New Testament example is Jesus’ 40-day fast immediately following His baptism and before beginning public ministry.

“After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. The tempter came to him…” (Matthew 4:2, NIV)
“Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit… was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days…” (Luke 4:1–2, NIV)

Jesus’ fast served as:
– Preparation for ministry
– Spiritual warfare against temptation
– Fulfillment of Israel’s testing (echoing the 40 years in the wilderness)
– A model for believers facing spiritual battles

By quoting Scripture in response to each temptation, Jesus demonstrated that spiritual authority flows from dependence on God’s Word during seasons of fasting.

Other Significant “40-Day” Periods in Scripture

While not all involve explicit fasting, the recurring 40-day pattern reinforces its symbolic weight:

• The rain of Noah’s flood lasted 40 days (Genesis 7:12)
• The Israelite spies explored Canaan for 40 days (Numbers 13:25)
• Goliath challenged Israel for 40 days (1 Samuel 17:16)
• Jonah proclaimed Nineveh would be overthrown in 40 days (Jonah 3:4)
• Jesus appeared to His disciples for 40 days after His resurrection (Acts 1:3)

These periods consistently mark transition, testing, judgment, or divine intervention.

Why 40-Day Fasts Today?

Modern 40-day fasts (such as those called by ministries like Remnant Christian Network) draw directly from these biblical precedents. Believers undertake them seeking:
– Deeper intimacy with God
– Breakthrough in spiritual warfare
– Personal and corporate revival
– Clarity of calling and divine direction

Jesus’ example in particular shows that extended fasting, led by the Spirit, equips believers to overcome temptation and walk in kingdom authority. As with Moses and Elijah, God can supernaturally sustain those He calls to such seasons.

Practical and Spiritual Caution

The Bible records these fasts as supernaturally enabled—not as a routine or legalistic practice. Jesus warned against fasting for show (Matthew 6:16–18) and taught that some breakthroughs require “prayer and fasting” (Mark 9:29). Always prioritize health, seek medical advice when necessary, and ensure your fast flows from genuine hunger for God rather than mere tradition.

May these biblical examples stir fresh faith as you seek God’s face in seasons of extended prayer and fasting.

“Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice… Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear.” (Isaiah 58:6, 8, NIV)

Stay connected via rcnglobal.org or RCN social channels. May the Lord strengthen you as you seek His face.

Victory is yours in Jesus’ name! 🙏🔥