“You’re cheating on God. If all you want is your own way, flirting with the world every chance you get, you end up enemies of God and his way. And do you suppose God doesn’t care? The proverb has it that ‘he’s a fiercely jealous lover.’ And what he gives in love is far better than anything else you’ll find. It’s common knowledge that ‘God goes against the willful proud; God gives grace to the willing humble.’ So let God work his will in you. Yell a loud no to the Devil and watch him make himself scarce. Say a quiet yes to God and he’ll be there in no time. Quit dabbling in sin. Purify your inner life. Quit playing the field. Hit bottom, and cry your eyes out. The fun and games are over. Get serious, really serious. Get down on your knees before the Master; it’s the only way you’ll get on your feet.”
‭‭James‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬-‭10‬ ‭MSG‬‬

All week the topic has been revival. What has God spoken to you about? What has God told you to turn away from? Are you listening to His nudge?

Today is Forgiveness Friday. If you have not already confessed to the sin God has spoken to you about, I urge you to listen and obey today. What is that “thing” that continually looms over you? Ask God for the forgiveness only He can give. Read the words of today’s scripture again. Allow the Holy Spirit to pour over you and lead you to a posture of humility. Feel God leading you toward your revival. “Get serious, really serious. Get down on your knees before the Master; it’s the only way you will get on your feet.” James 5:9-10 MSG

Let us go to God in prayer. Dear Heavenly Father, open my eyes, ears, and heart to understand your word for me today. Forgive me of my sins. May I feel the presence of the Holy Spirit wash over me as your forgiveness washes me white as snow. Thank you Lord for the opportunity to be revived! In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.