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Show HOW TO HAVE A REVIVAL Even though there is no "formula" that will assure a revival, there is a definite pattern for individual believers to follow in order to be revived. If your heart has grown cold, if you've become indifferent to the Lord, if the things of earth and the pleasures have taken precedence and the eternal, I encourage your own personal revival: you to 1. 2. 3. of 5. life follow over these the heavenly steps to have Acknowledge your spiritual need "If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us." (I John 1:8). Confess your sins and accept God's pardon. "if we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (I John 1:9). Spend time daily in God's word. "Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against you" (Psalm 119:11). The Word of God is a means by which the Lord shows you His will. 4. this You will never be a victorious Christian if you neglect the Bible. Talk to the Lord in prayer. Commune with Him. Worship Him. Thank Him for His many, many blessings. And tell Him of your needs. "Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace, to help in time of need." (Hebrews 4:16). Resist sin. Say no to every temptation of the world, the flesh, and the devil. Take comfort in the fact that even though Satan is more powerful than you, with God on your side you can defeat your spiritual foes. The Holy Spirit who dwells within us, is more powerful than Satan and all the forces of sin combined. "You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world." (I John 4:4). I wonder, have you been faithful in following these guidelines? If you don't confess communion and Bible saturate and your So don't sit back Spirit of God in appropriate God's IS HOW TO Co-Chairman Sis. Hazel Jones you with yourself spiritual victory. If never really experience THIS sins, fellowship with will the the miss the Lord. If Word of God, you don't spend time God's best for you. you in blessing of don"t read the will not have prayer, you will you full and wait for some spectacular moving work of the a great revival. Right now, you can personally provision for spiritual power, victory, and joy. HAVE A REVIVAL. |