Church Growth and Revival

Church Growth and Revival:

*Biblical Foundations*

1. Acts 2:42-47 - Early church growth.

2. Psalm 85:6 - Revival and renewal.

3. Matthew 9:37-38 - Laborers for harvest.

*Prayer Strategies*

1. Pray for revival: Ask God to renew His people (Ps 85:6).

2. Intercede for leaders: Pray for pastors and church leaders (1 Tim 2:1-2).

3. Seek evangelistic opportunities: Pray for chances to share Gospel (Matt 9:37-38).

4. Unity in prayer: Unite with other believers in prayer (John 17:21-23).

5. Faithful witness: Pray for boldness to share testimony (Acts 1:8).

*Key Prayers*

1. Psalm 80:18-19 - "Revive us, and we will call upon Your name."

2. 2 Chronicles 7:14 - "Humble ourselves, pray, seek Your face."

3. Ephesians 3:16-21 - "Strengthened with power through Your Spirit."

*Spiritual Disciplines*

1. Fasting: Deny self, focus on God.

2. Meditation: Reflect on scripture.

3. Worship: Magnify God's power.

4. Gratitude: Cultivate thankful heart.

5. Community: Surround yourself with believers.

*Reflection Questions*

1. What role does prayer play in church growth?

2. How can you promote unity among believers?

3. What evangelistic opportunities surround you?

4. How can you support church leaders in prayer?

5. What personal revival do you need?

*Additional Resources*

1. "The Revival We Need" by R.C. Sproul

2. "Church Growth" by Donald McGavran

3. "The Power of Prayer" by R.A. Torrey

Some other helpful verses to consider:

- Isaiah 43:1-3

- Ezekiel 36:26-27

- John 14:12-14

- Acts 4:29-31

- 1 Thessalonians 1:5

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