Awakening to the Power of the Holy Spirit

He is here. The Spirit of God is present among us, moving in power, ministering to every heart and every family. In this sacred moment, we are called to be still, to open our hearts, and to welcome the Holy Spirit’s work. We cry out for an awakening—one that shakes us to our very core, exposing our need for God and reviving our love for Him. We confess our coldness, our bitterness, and our sin. We have turned away from our first love, settling for things far less than God Himself. Today, we ask for forgiveness, for revival, and for a fresh awakening that begins in us and spreads to our families, our church, and our nation.

This is not a time to be passive or neutral. Jesus is not an idea or a philosophy; He is a living, reigning person. We cannot remain on the fence about Him. The strongholds of pride, image, and self-sufficiency are being torn down by the Spirit, revealing our raw, desperate need for God. It is not about bigger crowds or louder singing, but about a deep hunger for God Himself. Many of us feel discomfort as the Spirit exposes these things, but the invitation is to stop resisting and to welcome Jesus fully into our lives.

No one else can save us—only Jesus. He is the Prince of Peace, and true peace will never come to our lives, our families, or our nation until He is enthroned as King. Revival does not start with our prayers for the nation; it starts with our own surrender. We must humble ourselves, confess our idolatry, and seek God’s face. Spiritual awakening begins in the house of God, with the people of God, as we submit to His authority and power.

This is a moment not to be missed. The stewardship of the gospel belongs to us, the church. Jesus is the anchor for our drifting souls, the only hope and healing we need. As we humble ourselves, pray, and seek His face, God promises to respond. The invitation is open: confess, pray, and let the power of Jesus be unleashed in your life. Don’t let this moment pass you by.

Key Takeaways

• 1. The Presence of God Demands Our Attention When the Spirit of God is present, it is not a moment to rush past or treat lightly. Stillness and openness are required to truly receive what God wants to do in us. The Spirit’s presence is not just a comfort but a call to transformation, inviting us to lay aside distractions and listen deeply. [39:56]
• 2. Awakening Begins with Honest Confession True spiritual awakening starts when we honestly confess our coldness, bitterness, and sin before God. Revival is not about outward activity but about returning to our first love and admitting our desperate need for Him. Only when we humble ourselves and seek forgiveness can God revive and awaken us from within. [41:50]
• 3. Neutrality Toward Jesus Is Not an Option Jesus is not a concept to be admired or debated; He is a living Lord who demands a response. We cannot remain neutral—either we are for Him or against Him. The Spirit exposes the strongholds of pride and self-image, calling us to surrender and acknowledge our need for a real relationship with Christ. [53:46]
• 4. Revival Starts with Personal Surrender, Not Just National Prayers It is easy to pray for God to change our nation, but true revival begins with personal surrender. Before we ask God to move in our land, we must first ask Him to take over our own lives. Humility, repentance, and a willingness to let God be in control are the foundation for any lasting spiritual awakening. [55:44]
• 5. The Stewardship of the Gospel Belongs to the Church We are entrusted with the message of Jesus—the anchor for our souls and the only hope for a drifting world. Good works are important, but the stewardship of the gospel is our unique calling. As we humble ourselves and seek God’s face, we become vessels through which His power and presence can transform lives, starting with our own. [61:49]

Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [39:56] - Inviting the Spirit’s Presence
• [40:59] - Crying Out for Awakening
• [41:50] - Confession and Revival
• [43:43] - Responding in Worship
• [52:02] - The Work of the Spirit, Not Ours
• [53:46] - Tearing Down Strongholds
• [55:03] - Welcoming Jesus Personally
• [55:44] - The Prince of Peace and True Surrender
• [61:49] - Responding to God’s Call
• [64:55] - Invitation to Prayer and Confession
• [67:46] - Thanksgiving and Reflection
• [70:33] - Final Words of Gratitude
• [72:37] - Closing and Dismissal

Bible Reading

2 Chronicles 7:14 (ESV) — > "If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land."

John 10:10 (ESV) — > "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly."

Romans 10:13 (ESV) — > "For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved."

Observation Questions

1. According to 2 Chronicles 7:14, what are the specific actions God calls His people to take before He promises to heal their land?
2. In John 10:10, what does Jesus say is the difference between His purpose and the purpose of the thief?
3. The sermon mentions that revival starts with personal surrender, not just national prayers ([55:44]). What examples did the pastor give of things we might need to surrender?
4. The pastor said, “You cannot be neutral concerning this Jesus. You are either for him or you are against him” ([53:46]). What does this mean in the context of the sermon?

Interpretation Questions

1. Why do you think God requires humility, prayer, and repentance from His people before promising healing (2 Chronicles 7:14)? How does this relate to the idea of revival starting with us personally?
2. The sermon says that Jesus is not just an idea or philosophy, but a living, reigning person ([53:46]). How does this understanding challenge the way people sometimes approach faith?
3. The pastor described strongholds like pride and self-sufficiency being torn down by the Spirit ([53:46]). What might these strongholds look like in everyday life, and why are they obstacles to spiritual awakening?
4. The message emphasized that the stewardship of the gospel belongs to the church, not to secular organizations ([01:01:49]). What does it mean for the church to be a steward of the gospel, and how is this different from just doing good works?

Application Questions

1. The pastor invited everyone to be still and open their hearts to the Spirit’s presence ([39:56]). When was the last time you intentionally set aside distractions to listen for God’s voice? What could you do this week to create that space?
2. The sermon called for honest confession of coldness, bitterness, and sin ([41:50]). Is there an area in your life where you have grown spiritually cold or bitter? What would it look like to confess that honestly to God or to someone you trust?
3. The message said, “You cannot be neutral concerning this Jesus” ([53:46]). Are there areas in your life where you have been “on the fence” about Jesus? What is one step you could take to move toward full surrender?
4. The pastor warned against settling for things “far less than God Himself” ([41:50]). What are some things you have settled for in place of a deeper relationship with God? How can you begin to let go of those things?
5. The sermon emphasized that revival starts with personal surrender, not just praying for the nation ([55:44]). When you pray for change, do you start with your own heart? What is one specific area where you need to ask God to “take over” in your life?
6. The pastor said, “Jesus is the anchor of our soul—we’re drifting” ([01:01:49]). In what ways do you feel like you might be drifting spiritually right now? What would it look like to let Jesus anchor you this week?
7. The invitation was to confess, pray, and let the power of Jesus be unleashed in your life ([01:01:49]). What is one practical step you can take this week to respond to that invitation—whether it’s through prayer, confession, or seeking help from others?