Psalm 85:6
‘Will You not revive us again, That Your people may rejoice in You?
(Psa 85:6 NKJ)
Introduction
: We’ve spent over a month going over what and why the season and presence of Pentecost is so important.
My next move for us? What does the Holy Spirit bring? Too many to mention but let me move into the thought of the Holy Spirit and Renewal or Revival.
Revival defined is that very thing: renewal, resuscitation, comeback; an improvement in the condition or strength of something. An instance of something becoming popular, active, or important again.
Question
: What sparks Spiritual Revivals? Zack Kincaid
Transition
: So, what are the tale-tale signs of true spiritual revival/renewal?
Here is
my
list:
A fixed or firm belief that:
2. Desire / Hunger
To Wish or Long For; Crave; Want
Deep Sorrow, Regret, Contrition
4. Fresh / New Touch of Holy Spirit
5. Hunger / Dedication to Scripture
6. Prayer
7. Evangelism
Two thoughts to mention about revival from Patrick Morley.
https://maninthemirror.org/2010/08/09/ten-characteristics-of-revivals/
Conclusion
: Leonard Ravenhill,
‘As long as we are content to live without revival, we will
.’
One last thought on my end: America and the World needs revival….but it starts with one flame, one fire, the fire in us as individuals!

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