How to bring revival in the church

         Bringing revival in the church according to the Bible involves a return to God through repentance, fervent prayer, obedience to God's Word, and the power of the Holy Spirit. Below is a detailed biblical guide on how to bring revival in the church:

1. Return to the Fear of the Lord

         Revival begins when the church regains a deep reverence and fear for God’s holiness.

    “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” Proverbs 9:10

    “They will be my people, and I will be their God, for they will return to me with all their heart.” Jeremiah 24:7

         A holy fear of God brings repentance, purity, and sincere worship. Many churches have lost their awe of God and replaced it with casual, entertainment-based faith. Revival starts when we honor God's holiness again.

2. Deep Repentance and Turning from Sin

         Revival cannot come without sincere repentance both individually and corporately.

    “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven…” 2 Chronicles 7:14

    “Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.”  Acts 3:19

         True revival begins with hearts broken over sin. Confession and cleansing prepare the ground for God’s Spirit to move mightily in the church.

3. Fervent, United Prayer

         Revival is birthed in prayer—persistent, united, and Spirit-led prayer among believers.

    “They all joined together constantly in prayer…” Acts 1:14

    “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.” Psalm 50:15

         Before Pentecost, the disciples gathered in prayer. Before any historical revival, prayer preceded power. When the church prays together with one heart, God responds.

4. Hunger for God’s Word

         Revival flows when the Word of God is preached with truth, boldness, and without compromise.

    “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” 2 Timothy 3:16

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105

         Preaching that confronts sin, calls to holiness, and exalts Christ brings transformation. When God’s Word is revived in the pulpit and in the pews, spiritual awakening follows.

5. Embrace the Work of the Holy Spirit

         Revival is not manufactured—it is a move of the Holy Spirit upon yielded hearts.

    “Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord Almighty.” Zechariah 4:6

    “Do not quench the Spirit.” 1 Thessalonians 5:19

         The Holy Spirit brings conviction, power, healing, and gifts. Revival comes when the Spirit is welcomed, not resisted. Programs cannot replace the presence of God.

6. Passionate Worship and Holiness

         Genuine worship from clean hearts draws the manifest presence of God.

    “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” John 4:24

    “Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord?… The one who has clean hands and a pure heart.” Psalm 24:3–4

         Revival churches do not entertain—they exalt. Worship becomes an overflow of love and reverence. Music, songs, and lifestyles align with holiness.

7. Bold Evangelism and Outreach

         A revived church reaches the lost. Revival never stays inside the walls—it flows into the world.

    “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” Mark 16:15

    “The Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” Acts 2:47

         When the church is on fire, souls are drawn in. Witnessing becomes natural. Compassion replaces indifference. True revival spreads.

8. Restoration of Love and Unity in the Body

          God moves when His people dwell together in unity, love, and humility.

    “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35

    “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Ephesians 4:3

         Revival requires the removal of bitterness, division, and competition. A church that is one in spirit invites the blessing of God (Psalm 133).

9. Leadership Broken Before God

          Leaders must lead the way in humility, brokenness, prayer, and dependence on God.

    “Let the priests, who minister before the Lord, weep between the portico and the altar.” Joel 2:17

    “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” Matthew 20:26

         When leaders weep, fast, and walk in humility, the church follows. God revives leaders who admit their need and cry out for mercy.

10. Expectation for God's Glory

         Revival brings the manifest presence of God, and the church must hunger for His glory—not man’s.

    “Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?” Psalm 85:6

    “The glory of the Lord filled the temple.” 2 Chronicles 7:1-2

         Revival is not about bigger churches or louder music. It's about God's glory filling hearts, homes, and sanctuaries. When we long for Him more than blessings, revival comes.

         Revival is not a formula. It is the result of desperate people crying out to a holy God in brokenness, humility, and faith. Every biblical revival—whether in Nineveh, Jerusalem, or the early Church—started with repentance and prayer and led to power and transformation.

         Let the church today cry like the psalmist:

    “Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?” Psalm 85:6