WHAT WE NEED MOST

“O LORD, revive thy work in the midst of the years.” - Habakkuk 3:2

Our nation is in a mess. Tensions are running high. Anger and violence are common these days. We lack civility when sharing opinions, especially political opinions. There is public shaming of people who have differing views. Those who are vocal about bullying are often guilty of it themselves. Then there are accusations of racism, corruption and hatred that are freely vocalized.

What is the answer for all these problems? How can this mess get cleaned up?

Some would argue that political change is needed … even radical change. Others would say that common sense needs to return to our country. I'm certainly not opposed to common sense, in fact, it really isn't common these days.

What we need most in our country is a mighty move of God. We need to see massive changes that only God can provide.

While many are passionate about their preferred political party, I think it is time for Christians to return to the prayer closet and seek God. I am not naive about our situation. Republicans can't solve our nation's woes. Democrats aren't the answer either. Our nation needs the Lord.

Let me share two things that we need most in America:

1. REVIVAL IN OUR CHURCHES

First of all, we need revival in our churches. It is time for Christians to come together and pray for a mighty move of the Spirit in our churches. Sadly, some professing Christians are more passionate about filling a ballot box than filling the church pews. We seem to be more fired up about our political agendas rather than the advancement of the Kingdom of God. We need believers to start acting like believers. We need Christians who will storm the gates of heaven in prayer. We need to live the truth, speak the truth and share the truth. We need to see a revival of holiness among professing believers. We need to see evangelistic zeal return to our churches. We need to be desperate in prayer.

2. A SPIRITUAL AWAKENING IN OUR NATION

Secondly, we need a spiritual awakening in America. Let me be specific. I'm not referring to a generic spiritual awakening that includes every religious brand out there. Instead, I am referring to a Christ-centered, God-honoring, sin-hating, devil-bashing, church-edifying, soul-winning spiritual awakening. We need the Spirit of God to stir people, awaken hearts and radically change lives. We need a move of God that sweeps across this land, bringing civility to our nation, peace among Americans, and decency to everyday life. We need to see such a mighty move of God that completely changes the tone of our land. We need to see personal, as well as widespread repentance. From the highest levels of government to every home in America, we need a return to the basic elements of a healthy society. Our nation needs to turn to God.

Some would argue that this is not the direction our country needs. Think about it. If you want God's blessings on our country, you shouldn't expect His blessings when we deliberately embrace the things He strongly condemns. Since our nation has opened the door to allow wickedness to seep into every fiber of society, our country has quickly fallen apart. We don't need to continue this route any longer.

We need revival in our churches and a spiritual awakening in our country. These things can't be planned or produced by us. Only God can provide them. However, you and I can seek God for these things. One thing is true: He won't answer the prayers we don't pray. As Christians, we must seek God in prayer. Keep praying until God answers.

America's woes won't be reversed at a ballot box, but they may get reversed in the prayer closet.