Revival Ready Churches  Part 2

Here’s part two of Pastor Harold Vaughn’s list of Revival Ready Churches:

17. do not worship the past—they prepare for the future.

18. believe the “best days” are in front of us.

19. reject “tradition for tradition’s sake” and “change for change’s sake” –and welcome both for Jesus’ sake.

20. are oblivious to the state of other churches because they are painfully aware of their own overwhelming needs. (1 Cor. 4:5)

21. long for Jesus to be in their midst. (John 20:19)

22. no longer “circle the wagons” –they long for Kingdom advance. (Mat. 6:10)

23. preach strong doctrine, but they don’t worship it.

24. understand that “teaching” is vitally important, but insist on “adorn(ing) the doctrine of God” with proper attitudes and actions. (Tit. 2:10)

25. desire God’s presence and power.

26. have abandoned “religious politics” and have opted for that “one thing” which “is needful.” (Lk. 10:42)

27. are led by servant leaders who fear God more than men.

28. turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the hearts of the children to their fathers. (Mal. 4:6)

29. concentrate on strengthening family unity.

30. reject the notion that rebellion is a normal part of growing up. (1 Sam. 15:23)

31. emphasize the Father’s house is a house of prayer.

32. are extremely generous. (2 Cor. 9:7)

33. are committed to principle and have abandoned religious politics.

34. despise a “form of godliness” –they desire God’s power. (2 Tim. 3:5)

35. are careful to not let things slide—they heed the speaking voice of God.

The hymn-writer of the classic hymn, SEARCH ME, O GOD penned these words:

O Holy Ghost, revival comes from Thee;
Send a revival, start the work in ME!

Are you ready for revival? Maybe, just maybe it needs to start with you and me! – Bill Welte is President & CEO of America’s Keswick

Team YOU: Psalm 137-139; Proverbs 2; 1 Corinthians 13

Motivations: Often you hear the quote “The Lord helps those who help themselves”, and most people assume this is from the Bible. It’s not. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths” Proverbs 3:5-6 G. MacKenzie Strickland

Practice to Remember: Level 1:Philippians 4:4-5; Level 2: Philippians 4:1-7

Powered Up:  A child of God can grieve Jesus in no worse way than to neglect prayer. O. Hallesby