Reviving the Revival
“Now when all this was finished…”
When a revival is manifested in a church, there is joy in heaven and rejoicing among the brethren in the church. But a revival and spiritual victories are just the beginning of a new phase of battles and victories in Christ Jesus.
Why do revivals last so little time in our congregations?
Why are so many Christians cold and apathetic?
I believe that part of the blame, resides in complacency. Many think that a revival is the end, but that’s just not true. It is good to rejoice and praise God, and celebrate his goodness in a church service. But revival is more than singing: It is a close communion with God that affects every area of our lives.
How can we make sure that the revival continues in our lives and in our congregations for a long time?
A revived Christian lives for Jesus every single day from Sunday to Saturday; and then again on Sunday… and on and on. Revival is seen in our conduct in and out of the sanctuary. Revival is to keep re-living for God today, not replaying yesterday’s victories.
Hezekiah and his people continued in the spirit of revival for a long time. They continued destroying the idols; offering meaningful sacrifices; cleansing their lives and seeking God with all their hearts. In other words, they “revived” the revival.
This is a good pattern for us to follow today. Let us destroy all of our idols; offer the sacrifice of praise and a holy life and let us continue to seek and serve God today and forever.
Are you revived today?
