The Dividends Of Revival Series

THE DIVIDENDS OF REVIVAL

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Acts 3:19

Key Verse: “Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.” — Acts 3:19

Supporting Texts: Psalm 85:6; Isaiah 44:3; Acts 2:1-4; 2 Chronicles 7:14; Hosea 6:1-3

INTRODUCTION

Revival is not merely an emotional gathering or a temporary spiritual excitement; it carries measurable and lasting dividends. Whenever God revives His people, there are visible and undeniable results that follow. The impact is not confined to the spiritual realm alone but extends into personal lives, families, churches, and even nations.

The Bible consistently shows that revival brings refreshing from the presence of the Lord. It restores what was lost, repairs what was broken, and reignites what had grown cold. Where there was dryness, revival brings rain; where there was weakness, revival brings strength; where there was confusion, revival brings clarity.

If we truly understand the dividends of revival, we will pursue it with urgency and sincerity. The benefits of revival far outweigh the comfort of spiritual complacency. When revival comes, everything changes.

1. SPIRITUAL REFRESHING AND RENEWAL

Revival restores vitality to weary and dry souls.

a) Times of refreshing (Acts 3:19)

Revival brings divine renewal that removes spiritual fatigue and restores joy.

b) Outpouring of the Spirit (Isaiah 44:3)

God promises to pour water upon the thirsty and floods upon the dry ground.

c) Renewed strength (Isaiah 40:31)

Those who wait upon the Lord receive fresh strength.

d) Restored joy of salvation (Psalm 51:12)

Revival reinstates the joy that sin and neglect may have stolen.

Biblical Example:

On the Day of Pentecost, the disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-4), and fear was replaced with boldness, demonstrating the refreshing power of revival.

2. RESTORATION OF BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS

Revival heals spiritual and relational fractures.

a) Reconciliation with God (2 Corinthians 5:18-19)

Revival restores fellowship between God and man.

b) Unity among believers (Psalm 133:1)

Where revival flows, unity flourishes.

c) Healing of the land (2 Chronicles 7:14)

God promises healing when His people turn to Him.

d) Forgiveness and mercy (1 John 1:9)

Confession results in cleansing and restored relationship.

Biblical Example:

After Nineveh repented at Jonah’s preaching (Jonah 3:5-10), God withdrew judgment, restoring peace and mercy to the city.

3. EMPOWERMENT FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE

Revival equips believers for greater impact.

a) Boldness in witness (Acts 4:31)

After prayer, the place was shaken, and they spoke the word with boldness.

b) Manifestation of spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:7)

Revival activates divine abilities for ministry.

c) Increased harvest of souls (Acts 2:41)

Three thousand were added in one day after revival.

d) Renewed sense of purpose (Isaiah 6:8)

Revival clarifies calling and mission.

Biblical Example:

Isaiah encountered God’s holiness (Isaiah 6:1-7), was cleansed, and immediately responded to God’s call (Isaiah 6:8), illustrating how revival empowers service.

4. DIVINE INTERVENTION AND TRANSFORMATION

Revival invites supernatural activity.

a) Miraculous manifestations (Acts 5:12)

Many signs and wonders were done among the people.

b) Deliverance from bondage (Luke 4:18)

The Spirit brings liberty to captives.

c) Restoration of lost years (Joel 2:25)

God restores what locusts have eaten.

d) Sustained spiritual growth (Acts 2:42)

The early church continued steadfastly after revival.

Biblical Example:

During King Hezekiah’s revival reforms (2 Chronicles 29:3-6; 31:21), temple worship was restored, and the nation prospered spiritually and materially as they returned wholeheartedly to God.

CONCLUSION

The dividends of revival are too great to ignore. Revival brings refreshing to weary souls, restoration to broken lives, empowerment for service, and divine intervention in impossible situations. It is heaven’s remedy for spiritual decline and moral decay.

Let us not settle for routine religion when God offers transformative revival. Seek Him with humility, pursue Him in prayer, and turn from every compromise. When revival comes, the results will speak for themselves.

May you experience the full dividends of revival in your life.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, let times of refreshing come upon my life in Jesus name.

2. Lord, restore the joy of my salvation in Jesus name.

3. Father, heal every broken relationship in my life in Jesus name.

4. Lord, empower me for effective service in Jesus name.

5. Father, release boldness upon me to witness in Jesus name.

6. Lord, pour out Your Spirit afresh upon me in Jesus name.

7. Father, intervene in every impossible situation in my life in Jesus name.

8. Lord, restore every lost year and opportunity in Jesus name.

9. Father, let revival bring transformation to my family in Jesus name.

10. Lord, let the dividends of revival be evident in my life in Jesus name.