A New Call to Arms
David Legge calls believers to awaken spiritually, put on the armor of light, and engage in the spiritual battle with faith and prayer, emphasizing revival as a sovereign work of God that requires readiness and holiness from His people.
This sermon emphasizes the need for a new call to arms in the church, focusing on the importance of spiritual warfare, unity in Christ, and the power of prayer. It highlights the historical impact of revival in Ulster and the transformative potential of the gospel to bring about lasting change. The speaker challenges the church to rise up, put on the armor of God, and engage in the spiritual battle with faith and prayer, rather than relying on politics or worldly systems.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Urgency of Spiritual Awakening
- Romans 13:11 calls believers to awake from spiritual sleep
- The night is far spent, the day is at hand
- Put on the armor of light and live holy lives
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II. The Historical Impact of Revival
- The 1859 Ulster revival brought massive spiritual and social change
- Revival historically saved nations from moral and political collapse
- God’s sovereign grace restrains evil and brings repentance
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III. The Reality of Spiritual Warfare
- Believers are soldiers in a spiritual battle (1 Timothy 1:18, 6:12)
- Our fight is against spiritual forces, not flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12)
- Use spiritual weapons to demolish strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4)
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IV. The Church’s Role and Limitations
- The gospel must not be politicized or nationalized
- Politics cannot bring revival, only God can
- Believers must be faithful witnesses and prepare themselves for God’s move
Key Quotes
“The night is far spent, the day is at hand, therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.” — David Legge
“The gospel ought never to be politicized, the gospel ought never to be racialized, the gospel ought never to be nationalized.” — David Legge
“We are fighting now praise God we are fighting from victory not for victory.” — David Legge
Application Points
- Live each day as a soldier of Christ, putting on the armor of light and resisting the works of darkness.
- Pray fervently for personal revival and for your community, preparing your heart to receive God's sovereign move.
- Avoid relying on political or worldly systems to bring spiritual change; instead, focus on faithful witness and obedience to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'a new call to arms' mean in this sermon?
It is a call for believers to spiritually awaken, put on the armor of God, and actively engage in the spiritual battle with faith and prayer.
How does revival affect society according to the sermon?
Revival brings moral and spiritual renewal that can dramatically reduce crime and social chaos, impacting entire nations positively.
Why does the speaker caution against politicizing the gospel?
Because the gospel transcends political, racial, and national boundaries and relying on political systems cannot produce true spiritual revival.
What are the spiritual weapons mentioned?
They are not physical weapons but spiritual tools empowered by God to demolish strongholds and bring thoughts into obedience to Christ.
What practical steps should believers take to prepare for revival?
Believers must examine themselves, live holy lives, pray earnestly, and be ready to receive and cooperate with God's sovereign work.