Let The Wind Blow Again

LET THE WIND BLOW AGAIN

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: John 3:8

Supporting Texts: Acts 2:1-4, Ezekiel 37:1-10, Joel 2:28-29, Isaiah 44:3, John 7:37-39

INTRODUCTION:

The Holy Spirit is often symbolised as wind in Scripture—a mysterious, powerful, and invisible force that brings transformation, direction, and life. In John 3:8, Jesus explained that the wind blows where it wishes, and though you hear its sound, you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit. This imagery shows us the sovereign and dynamic move of the Holy Spirit in the lives of God's people.

On the day of Pentecost, the sound of a rushing mighty wind filled the upper room and brought revival to a waiting and praying Church. That wind was not just a moment in history; it was the beginning of the Church age and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit promised by the Father. Today, we need the wind of the Spirit to blow again—in our lives, churches, families, and nations.

This message is a cry for spiritual renewal and empowerment. It is a call to reposition ourselves for a fresh encounter with God. When the wind of the Spirit blows, things that are dead come to life, dry bones rise as armies, and the weak are made strong.

1. THE WIND BLOWS TO REVIVE THE DRY AND DEAD

The Holy Spirit brings life to what is lifeless.

a) Dead situations receive life again (Ezekiel 37:5)

When God sends His Spirit, even hopeless situations can be revived.

b) Dry bones symbolise spiritual apathy (Ezekiel 37:2)

Many today are spiritually dry, needing the breath of God.

c) The Spirit brings supernatural restoration (Joel 2:25-27)

Where the wind blows, what was lost is recovered.

d) Revival starts when people long for divine breath (Psalm 85:6)

Revival is a response to hunger and humility before God.

Biblical Example: In Ezekiel’s vision, the dry bones came alive when the wind (Spirit) entered them—signifying national and spiritual revival (Ezekiel 37:9-10).

2. THE WIND BLOWS TO EMPOWER FOR SERVICE

The Spirit equips believers for bold and effective ministry.

a) The disciples received boldness to witness (Acts 1:8)

Before Pentecost, they were afraid. After, they were fearless.

b) The Spirit imparts spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:7)

God empowers us through His Spirit to build the body of Christ.

c) You cannot serve effectively without power (Zechariah 4:6)

God’s work must be done by God’s power, not human effort.

d) The anointing breaks limitations (Isaiah 10:27)

Where the Spirit moves, barriers are broken and yokes destroyed.

Biblical Example: Peter, once timid, preached boldly after the wind of the Spirit came at Pentecost, and 3,000 souls were saved (Acts 2:14-41).

3. THE WIND BLOWS TO GUIDE AND DIRECT

The Holy Spirit provides direction in confusing times.

a) The Spirit leads us into all truth (John 16:13)

We avoid error and deception by following His leading.

b) God’s guidance is like the wind—unpredictable but purposeful (Acts 16:6-7)

Sometimes, doors close because the Spirit redirects us.

c) He shows us things to come (John 16:13b)

Prophetic insight is one of the Spirit's benefits.

d) Those led by the Spirit are true sons of God (Romans 8:14)

Our identity is affirmed when we walk in divine direction.

Biblical Example: Paul was forbidden by the Spirit to preach in Asia and was redirected to Macedonia, leading to the salvation of many (Acts 16:9-10).

4. THE WIND BLOWS TO STIR UP FRESH HUNGER

The Spirit ignites passion and spiritual fervency.

a) God fills the hungry, not the satisfied (Matthew 5:6)

A longing heart attracts the move of the Spirit.

b) Spiritual hunger leads to deeper intimacy (Psalm 42:1-2)

When the Spirit moves, we desire more of God.

c) Lukewarmness is broken by the Spirit’s fire (Revelation 3:15-16)

The wind comes to fan dying embers into flames.

d) The Holy Spirit helps us pray with intensity (Romans 8:26)

He stirs our hearts to intercede beyond human strength.

Biblical Example: On Pentecost, the 120 were gathered in unified hunger and prayer—and the wind blew in response to their thirst (Acts 2:1-4).

CONCLUSION:

Let the wind blow again! In a generation that is dry, distracted, and drifting, we need the mighty move of the Holy Spirit to stir us back to life, power, purpose, and intimacy with God. The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwells in us, and He is ready to blow again if we will welcome Him.

Position yourself today as a vessel—surrendered, hungry, and ready. As we yield, the wind of God will blow in our homes, churches, and nations. May the breath of heaven revive every weary soul and usher in a mighty revival once more.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Lord, let Your wind blow afresh upon my life.