A Revival of Christ in Me
Doug Detert passionately calls for a personal and corporate revival of Christ within believers, emphasizing the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and the heritage of historic revivals.
This sermon emphasizes the need to surrender idols, false knowledge, and self-importance to fully allow Jesus to work through individuals. It highlights the importance of having a humble heart, being willing to be used by God as a vessel, and focusing on the wonder of Jesus Christ Himself. The speaker urges listeners to let go of personal desires and beliefs to make room for God's power and glory to manifest through them.
Sermon Outline
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I. Thanksgiving for God's Gifts
- Gratitude for Jesus and His blood
- Appreciation for the Word of God
- Thankfulness for the Holy Spirit
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II. Personal Heritage and Experience of Revival
- Influence of Pentecostal outpouring
- Participation in mid-20th century revivals
- Experience with Charismatic Renewal Movement
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III. The Present Spiritual Climate
- Recognition of increasing iniquity
- The fullness of times and readiness for harvest
- The call for the image of Christ to be formed in believers
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IV. The Cry for a New Revival
- Prayer for God to come down as in Isaiah 64
- Expectations of unprecedented moves of God
- Encouragement to be part of God's work
Key Quotes
“Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift of Jesus. And I want to say openly and publicly, I love Jesus, and I owe him everything.” — Doug Detert
“By that blood, I've been loosed from the kingdom of darkness and been translated into the kingdom of God's dear son.” — Doug Detert
“Oh, that thou wouldest render heavens. That thou wouldest come down, that the mountains might flow down at thy presence.” — Doug Detert
Application Points
- Cling to the promises of God's Word daily to renew your mind and strengthen your faith.
- Seek the baptism and continual filling of the Holy Spirit to empower your Christian walk.
- Participate actively in the spiritual revival by living a life that reflects the image of Christ.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of this sermon?
The sermon calls believers to experience a deep revival of Christ within themselves, empowered by the Holy Spirit and grounded in the Word of God.
What historic revivals influenced the speaker?
Doug Detert was influenced by the Pentecostal outpouring of the early 20th century, the mid-century revival movements, and the Charismatic Renewal Movement.
Why does the speaker emphasize the Word of God?
He views the Bible as pure, life-giving, and essential for spiritual renewal and transformation.
How does the speaker describe the current spiritual condition?
He acknowledges that iniquity has reached a full measure but also believes the church is at a critical point ready for a great spiritual harvest.
What role does the Holy Spirit play according to the sermon?
The Holy Spirit is described as a helper, teacher, and anointing presence that empowers believers to live and minister effectively.