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Relevant and Revived

by PamFord Davis  
9/14/2012 / Devotionals

Some things simply go together: ham and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, eggs and bacon, or repentance and revival. The words repentance and revival don't pop-up in casual conversations at the water cooler. Yet; they are as relevant as today's weather forecast, predicting storm clouds and showers of blessings. Christ, John the Baptist and the apostles extended an urgent invitation to repentance.

Jesus shared a story about repentance and the safe return of lost sheep. "I tell you that in the same way, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents, than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance (Luke 15:7 NAS)." We repent when we admit we have lost our way, and make a U-Turn; turning around, we run into God's open arms. As followers of Christ, we easily lose our fervor and faithfulness. I need revival.

"Revive me according to Thy lovingkindness, So that I may keep the testimony of Thy mouth (Psalm 119:88 NAS)." Where did the psalmist go when seeking revival? "If Thy law had not been my delight, Then I would have perished in my affliction. I will never forget Thy precepts, For by them Thou hast revived me (Psalm 119:92-93 NAS)." The call to repent is heaven sent. The progression is clear. Repentance leads me to revival and rejoicing!

Published articles in Mature Living Magazine, Devotions for the Deaf, The Secret Place, Coosa Journal, Mary Hollingsworth's The One Year Devotional of Joy and Laughter, Jo Krueger's Every Day in God's Word. http://www.pamforddavis.com
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