LET THE WIND BLOW
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Ezekiel 37:9-10
"Then said he unto me, Prophesy unto the wind, prophesy, son of man, and say to the wind, Thus saith the Lord God; Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live.
So I prophesied as he commanded me, and the breath came into them, and they lived, and stood up upon their feet, an exceeding great army."
Supporting Texts: Acts 2:1-4, John 3:8, Job 33:4, Numbers 11:31, Psalm 104:30
INTRODUCTION
Throughout Scripture, the wind is used as a powerful symbol of God's movement, presence, and transformative power. From the creation account where God breathed life into man (Genesis 2:7) to the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel's vision (Ezekiel 37:9-10), we see that when the wind of God blows, life is restored, power is released, and destinies are changed. The wind represents the Holy Spirit’s move in bringing revival, direction, and supernatural breakthroughs.
One of the most remarkable instances of God’s wind blowing was on the Day of Pentecost. The disciples were gathered in the upper room in obedience to Jesus’ instruction when suddenly, a mighty rushing wind filled the place, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-4). That wind transformed them from fearful men into bold witnesses of Christ, empowered to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. The wind of God signifies supernatural empowerment, divine intervention, and the breaking of limitations.
Today, many lives, churches, and nations are in desperate need of this divine wind. Just as Ezekiel was instructed to prophesy to the wind, we must also call upon God to send His fresh wind to revive, restore, and reposition us. Without the wind of God, there is dryness, stagnation, and powerlessness. But when the wind blows, everything changes. In this message, we will explore the significance of God's wind, its effects, and how we can position ourselves to experience a fresh move of the Spirit.
1. THE SYMBOLISM OF THE WIND IN SCRIPTURES
The wind is used in the Bible to represent different aspects of God's power and operation.
a) The Wind as God's Breath – In Genesis 2:7, God breathed into Adam, and he became a living soul. This signifies that God's wind brings life.
b) The Wind as a Sign of the Holy Spirit – Jesus compared the Holy Spirit to the wind, which moves mysteriously and powerfully (John 3:8).
c) The Wind as an Instrument of Deliverance – God used the east wind to part the Red Sea for the Israelites to escape (Exodus 14:21).
d) The Wind as a Sign of Judgment – The Lord used strong winds to scatter His enemies and execute His judgment (Jeremiah 18:17).
e) Biblical Example: The Wind at Pentecost – The Holy Spirit came as a rushing mighty wind to empower the disciples (Acts 2:2-4).
2. THE WIND OF GOD BRINGS LIFE AND REVIVAL
The wind of God carries the breath of life, bringing revival to dead and dry situations.
a) Restoring dead things – In Ezekiel 37, the valley of dry bones came to life when the wind of God blew. This shows that no situation is beyond God's power to restore (Ezekiel 37:10).
b) Reviving the weary – Many believers experience seasons of spiritual dryness. When God's wind blows, spiritual strength is renewed (Isaiah 40:31).
c) Bringing sinners to salvation – The Holy Spirit convicts and draws people to Christ, just as He moved at Pentecost (John 16:8).
d) Igniting passion for God – A fresh move of the Holy Spirit stirs zeal for prayer, worship, and service (Romans 12:11).
e) Biblical Example: The Day of Pentecost – The rushing mighty wind filled the upper room, reviving and empowering the disciples (Acts 2:1-4).
3. THE WIND OF GOD BRINGS SUPERNATURAL BREAKTHROUGHS
When the wind of God blows, impossible situations turn around for good.
a) Parting the Red Sea – God’s wind created a miraculous pathway for the Israelites, showing His power over nature and obstacles (Exodus 14:21).
b) Opening doors of provision – God used the wind to bring quails for the Israelites in the wilderness (Numbers 11:31).
c) Bringing divine intervention – The wind of God moves supernaturally to bring deliverance (Psalm 104:30).
d) Breaking demonic barriers – When God’s wind moves, spiritual strongholds are shattered (2 Corinthians 10:4).
e) Biblical Example: Paul and Silas in Prison – The power of God shook the prison, breaking their chains and opening doors (Acts 16:25-26).
4. THE WIND OF GOD BRINGS DIRECTION AND GUIDANCE
The Holy Spirit, like the wind, leads believers into divine purpose and assignments.
a) Leading into destiny – Just as the wind directs ships, God's Spirit leads His people into divine purpose (John 3:8).
b) Providing clarity and wisdom – The Holy Spirit gives divine insight in confusing situations (Isaiah 30:21).
c) Empowering for mission – The wind of the Spirit directs believers in fulfilling their calling (Acts 13:2-4).
d) Breaking limitations – When the wind of God moves, barriers to progress are removed (Exodus 15:10).
e) Biblical Example: Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch – The Holy Spirit led Philip to the Ethiopian eunuch, guiding him to salvation (Acts 8:29-39).
5. HOW TO POSITION YOURSELF FOR THE WIND OF GOD
To experience the move of God's wind, believers must take certain spiritual steps.
a) Desire and seek God earnestly – Those who hunger for Him will be filled (Jeremiah 29:13).
b) Live in total obedience – The Spirit moves in an atmosphere of surrender (John 14:15-17).
c) Maintain an atmosphere of prayer – Prayer invites the wind of God (Acts 4:31).
d) Remove hindrances to the Spirit – Sin and compromise can block the move of God (Isaiah 59:2).
e) Biblical Example: The Upper Room Experience – The disciples positioned themselves in unity and prayer, and the wind of God came (Acts 2:1-4).
6. THE DANGER OF RESISTING THE WIND OF GOD
When people resist God's wind, they miss divine encounters and suffer spiritual consequences.
a) Spiritual stagnation – Without God’s wind, there is no progress (Hosea 4:6).
b) Loss of divine direction – Resisting the Spirit leads to confusion and loss (Acts 16:6-7).
c) A powerless Christian life – Without the Holy Spirit, there is no power (Zechariah 4:6).
d) Judgment and destruction – Resisting God’s wind can bring divine discipline (Jeremiah 18:17).
e) Biblical Example: Pharaoh’s Hardened Heart – Despite God’s signs, Pharaoh resisted, leading to Egypt’s downfall (Exodus 10:19).
CONCLUSION
The wind of God is a powerful force that brings life, revival, breakthroughs, and divine direction. When God’s wind blows, everything changes.
Now is the time to seek and embrace the move of God. May His fresh wind blow over your life today!
PRAYER POINTS
1. Lord, let Your wind of revival blow upon my life and the church.
2. Holy Spirit, breathe upon every dry and dead situation around me.
3. Father, remove every hindrance blocking the move of Your Spirit.
4. Lord, let Your wind bring divine direction and breakthroughs in my life.
5. Holy Spirit, move in a new and mighty way in our generation.
