Scripture

Our verse for today comes from Psalm 85:6, “Will you not revive us again …?”

Background

In 1904, the country of Wales was experiencing an incredibly low spiritual ebb. Morals were collapsing, crime rates were rising, and churches were weak and declining. But God was at work calling His remnant back to the three things that always precede Great Awakenings: fervent prayer, deep repentance and evangelistic passion. As prayer and repentance increased, God poured out His Spirit like a sweeping flood. Evan Roberts, a former coal miner and a major instrument whom God used in the revival, challenged people as he preached to put away unconfessed sin and doubtful habits, obey the Holy Spirit immediately and confess Christ publicly.

Application

In six months, 100,000 people were converted, and Wales experienced moral and spiritual revitalization. Today, America is in desperate need of revival and awakening. Could it happen again? Will God mercifully work in a similar way in America? Cry out to God and ask Him to start a revival in you, your family and your church.

Charge

As we seek Him today, confess any known sin and set aside any actions that do not represent Christ. Ask the Lord to use you as an instrument for revival.

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