How To Rekindle Your Spiritual Fire

HOW TO REKINDLE YOUR SPIRITUAL FIRE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Revelation 2:4-5

Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Romans 12:11, Leviticus 6:12-13, Psalm 51:10-12, Luke 24:32

INTRODUCTION:

Spiritual fire represents our passion, zeal, and intimacy with God. It is the inner burning that compels us to seek God, serve Him wholeheartedly, and live victoriously. However, many believers go through seasons when that fire begins to dwindle—times when prayer becomes a struggle, Bible study feels dry, and spiritual hunger weakens.

Just as a physical fire must be tended to remain burning, so must our spiritual fire be intentionally rekindled and sustained. God desires that His children burn continually with holy passion and devotion, but the pressures of life, sin, distraction, and neglect can cause our flames to die out.

In this message, we shall look at how to rekindle your spiritual fire and remain fervent in your walk with God. No matter how low your flame has become, the fire can be restored and intensified.

1. REMEMBER WHERE YOU FELL

Before a fire can be rekindled, there must be honest reflection.

a) Examine Your Spiritual Life (2 Corinthians 13:5)

Take time to assess where your zeal started to decline—was it sin, bitterness, or distraction?

b) Acknowledge the Change in Your Passion (Revelation 2:4)

Recognise that your love for God has grown cold and don’t pretend all is well.

c) Identify What Caused the Fire to Die (Hebrews 12:1)

Pinpoint the weights or sins that may have contributed to your loss of fervour.

d) Be Honest with God (Psalm 51:6)

God is near to the broken-hearted and delights in sincere repentance and hunger.

Biblical Example: The Prodigal Son remembered how far he had fallen and returned to the Father (Luke 15:17-20).

2. REPENT AND RETURN TO GOD

Rekindling begins with repentance and a return to fellowship with God.

a) Confess and Renounce Sin (1 John 1:9)

Nothing quenches spiritual fire like unconfessed sin—clear the altar and make room.

b) Return to Your First Love (Revelation 2:5)

Rekindle the passion and commitment you once had when you first knew the Lord.

c) Recommit to Spiritual Habits (James 4:8)

Draw near to God again through prayer, the Word, fasting, and worship.

d) Cry Out for Fresh Fire (Psalm 51:10-12)

Ask the Holy Spirit to restore the joy of salvation and renew a right spirit within you.

Biblical Example: David, after his fall, prayed for a clean heart and restoration (Psalm 51).

3. REIGNITE YOUR ALTAR

The altar of your life must be rebuilt and maintained daily.

a) Daily Devotion is Non-Negotiable (Leviticus 6:12-13)

Keep the fire burning by spending consistent time with God every day.

b) Feed the Fire with God’s Word (Jeremiah 20:9)

The Word of God ignites and sustains passion—make it your daily fuel.

c) Cultivate a Life of Prayer and Fasting (Luke 5:16)

Prayer keeps your spirit aligned and sensitive to God’s voice and presence.

d) Surround Yourself with Fire-Starters (Proverbs 13:20)

Company matters—walk with passionate believers who fan your flame.

Biblical Example: Elijah repaired the altar of the Lord before fire came down (1 Kings 18:30-39).

4. RELEASE THE FIRE THROUGH SERVICE

Fire grows when it's used—get busy for God.

a) Serve God with Passion (Romans 12:11)

Your fire grows when you are active in kingdom assignments.

b) Share Your Testimony and Encourage Others (Hebrews 10:24-25)

Encouraging others fuels your own fire and keeps you spiritually alive.

c) Use Your Gifts for God's Glory (1 Peter 4:10)

Let the fire inside you be a blessing to others—don’t let it remain dormant.

d) Stay Committed in All Seasons (2 Timothy 4:2)

Be ready to serve in and out of season, regardless of how you feel.

Biblical Example: Paul served God passionately even in prison and hardship (Acts 28:30-31).

CONCLUSION:

God desires a church that is on fire, not lukewarm. When the fire dies, we lose intimacy, passion, and power. But when we choose to remember, repent, reignite our altar, and release the fire in service, revival begins within us. No matter how dry or cold your spiritual life may be, the fire can be rekindled.

The Holy Spirit is ready to ignite a fresh flame in you today—don't delay. Build the altar, present yourself, and the fire will fall again.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Lord, set my heart ablaze with fresh passion and love for You.

2. I repent of every sin and distraction that has quenched my fire.

3. Father, help me rebuild my spiritual altar daily.

4. Lord, restore my hunger for prayer, the Word, and fellowship.

5. Holy Spirit, reignite every dead place in my spiritual life.

6. I reject spiritual lukewarmness and declare a new fire in me.

7. Every attack against my spiritual growth is broken today.

8. Lord, surround me with people that fuel my spiritual passion.

9. Help me to serve You with fervency and joy all my days.

10. Lord, let the fire on my altar never go out again.