Agreeing with God for Revival

If we desire personal, family, local, and global revival, we must first agree with God. Revival begins not with others but within our own hearts. As Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?” Agreement with God means surrendering our thoughts, feelings, and actions to align with His Word. When we individually commit to God’s truth, we create a foundation for unity within our families, churches, and communities. Only then can we collectively seek God for a revival that transforms not just us but the world around us.

The Role of the Holy Spirit in Unity

The Holy Spirit is the cornerstone of unity. Jesus promised to send the Spirit to lead us into all truth (John 16:13). Without the Spirit, we lack the power and wisdom needed to stay aligned with God and each other. The early church leaders understood this, constantly seeking the Spirit’s guidance in their decisions and actions.

In Acts 4:32-33, we see the Spirit’s impact on unity: “Now the multitude of those who believed were of one heart and one soul; neither did anyone say that any of the things he possessed was his own, but they had all things in common.” This shared mindset enabled everyone to testify with great power, and God’s grace was upon them all.

The Enemy Understands Unity

Interestingly, even the enemy recognizes the power of unity. The world often demonstrates an unsettling harmony in advancing agendas contrary to God’s will (Joshua 9:2). This is a sobering reminder that Christians cannot afford to operate in disunity. If we remain divided, we weaken our collective impact and hinder the advancement of God’s kingdom.

Practical Steps to Achieve Unity

• Agree with God: Before we can be united as the church, each of us must ensure our lives are in agreement with God’s Word (Matthew 22:37). This involves regular prayer, Bible study, and surrender to the Holy Spirit.
• Speak the Same Truth: Let our words reflect the truth of Scripture, not personal opinions or cultural trends (Ephesians 4:15).
• Set Aside Preferences: Unity doesn’t require uniformity, but it does demand that we prioritize God’s will over our own likes and dislikes (Philippians 2:2).
• Address Offenses Biblically: When conflicts arise, follow the biblical model of reconciliation. Go directly to the person, seek resolution, and move forward (Matthew 18:15).
• Pray Together: Corporate prayer has immense power. When believers come together in prayer, God moves mightily (Matthew 18:19-20).

God’s Will > Our Difference of Opinion

In Acts 15:36-41, Paul and Barnabas had a sharp disagreement over whether to bring John Mark on their missionary journey. This argument led to their separation. Despite this conflict, Paul didn’t allow it to derail his mission.

In Acts 16:6-10, Paul continued to follow God’s calling, being led by the Holy Spirit to spread the gospel in different regions.

Paul’s example shows that, while disagreements may arise, God’s calling remains. He chose to press on, focusing on his purpose rather than engaging in divisive arguments, remaining faithful to the mission given to him, which was to preach the gospel.

The strategy of being on one accord is not optional. It’s required. As the church, we must return to the blueprint provided in Acts. Lay down individual agendas, embrace the Holy Spirit, and commit to unity with one another. Only then can we see God’s will done on earth as it is in heaven (Matthew 6:10).

If we continue down the path of becoming lovers of ourselves, we will not be able to withstand the turbulent times that are coming. Pay attention to how your heart is responding.