As we study this psalm let us pray that we may become deeply burdened for God to send a full-scale Holy Ghost revival in our land, and indeed throughout the world. You are witnesses of these things. Furthermore, we should regard ourselves as a holy priest of God, which the Bible says we are (1 Pet. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Preach a sermon or series on revival with help from these sermon outlines. Am I allowing the Holy Spirit to fill (control) my life each day? Look up 2 Chronicles 7:14; Jeremiah 33:3; Malachi 3:10. Every year we bring in an evangelist to preach our revival, however I wonder if it ever works. You may reproduce this content for personal or church ministry use. Are my personal devotions consistent and meaningful? © 2021 Words of Life Ministries - an independent evangelical Registered Charitable Trust (no.269381) Cookie Policy | Privacy Policy Website by: TEKOA Creative, Study 6 THE CAUSES AND CURE FOR DEPRESSION, Study 8 THE SEVEN-FOLD GLORY OF THE CHURCH. Understanding the deep need to prepare our own hearts for revival and learning how to cooperate with God as He pours into the earth will keep us from hindering the move of God as it comes. there is renewal there can be revival and where there is revival there is always renewal! Ephesians 5:18–21 – And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart, giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. Forgive me I pray, and help me to return into true fellowship with You once again. 7 Ways To Prepare Yourself For Revival. It will fire up towards the end of this age. In verse 6 the psalmist prays for revival –- “that your people may rejoice in you.” This indicates fellowship, walking with God, agreement with God (Amos 3:3) –- being right with God. Being prepared for what God has determined to do is a pattern we see throughout Scripture. Step 2: We must be willing to change. Am I willing to sacrifice whatever is necessary to see God move in my life and church (time, convenience, comfort, reputation, pleasure, and so on)? While God is sovereign in bringing revival, we must be prepared to receive His sovereign grace. Personal: Where we cry out to God to revive us personally. Psalm 80 and Isaiah 63 and 64 have helped me to petition the Lord for revival with both variety and the power of Scripture behind my requests. And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. The first thing we need to do is to pray into ourselves a meek and holy character. It is my meditation all the day. “First Love” – Philippians 1:21, 23 – For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. A sick person may revive and get a little better, and then later be restored to full health and strength. Recently I have been praying through the Psalms again. Romans 9:3 – For I could wish that I myself were accursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, my kinsmen according to the flesh. There are several steps that a Christian congregation goes through to prepare for revival. Am I allowing Jesus to be Lord of every area of my life? What applies nationally to our need for revival also applies personally to you. Nehemiah provides an example of this kind of praying (Nehemiah 1). 2:5, Rev. The city was in ruins and God's name and glory were at stake. But – what is revival? God’s Word – Psalm 119:97, 140 – Oh how I love your law! Are you living in disobedience to the Lord? The psalmist’s prayer was a confession of need; it was only when he felt the need that he prayed – verse 6. The more involved your people get in the revival the more they will get out of it and the greater likelihood of a good meeting. The prophet prayed ““I stand in awe of your … March 19, 2018 / Jeff. Adapted from Simply Prayer (copyright 2020), by Bill…, Building a Lasting Foundation in a Crumbling Culture. 3. Am I quick to admit to others when I am wrong? Revival is renewal, restoration –- a fresh inflow of the life, love and power of God. You, my friend, can have revival. I am Your servant and I place myself in position to receive revival. You can have revival whenever and wherever—you can be a one-person revival. 1. Spirit Control – Galatians 5:22–25 – But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.