Desperation.

     We are at a time in history when we need a mighty move of God like never before. Look around at the scandal, and gross immorality that pervades every aspect of our society.
     The Church is not immune either, as we see much of the world's ways rushing in like destructive flood waters. It makes me think of Jesus' parable of the builders (Matt 7:24-27).        The Church that is built upon the sand, one that compromises the word of God, one that hears the word, but does not put it into practice, will fall as the flood of sin rushes in.
     The Church built upon the rock, will prevail. We cannot afford to compromise solid Biblical principles so that we are not viewed as offensive, or so that we will seem more seeker friendly. A Church built upon the rock is a Church that stands for the truth, teaches the truth, and lives out the truth. Though the world will rage against it, we have the promise of Christ that it will stand, and the gates of hell itself will not prevail against it (Matt 16:18).
     These are desperate times, and we need to bombard heaven with a holy desperation that will not be denied. We must seek with all earnestness the Holy Spirit, to come and strengthen us, to give us resolve, to give us boldness to stand up for truth in an evil world. Our light must be shining brightly in this darkness that seeks to envelope us. We need fresh oil (Matt 25:1-13).
     Like the woman who touched the hem of Jesus' garment (Mark 5:25-34), we too must reach out in a desperate, but faith filled effort, through the thronging crowd, and grab hold of the one who can make all things new. 
     We need revival! We need the manifest presence of the living God to come down in our midst. We need the convicting power of the Holy spirit, the encouragement, and wisdom that He brings. We need power in our lives, and boldness in our witness.
     It is time to fall on our knees and seek Him in desperation, and not give up until He comes and brings refreshing to us once again.