Revival Will Destroy Your Self Life (Clip)
Jackie Pullinger warns that true revival challenges and can destroy one's self-life, urging believers to either fully embrace or be overwhelmed by its transformative power.
This sermon challenges the desire for revival, highlighting the potential dangers and consequences that come with it. It emphasizes the importance of being prepared to either ride the wave of revival or risk being crushed by it, illustrating the seriousness and impact of experiencing true revival.
Full Transcript
You want revival? You want revival in Essex? No. No. Well, I don't know what you discussed when you went to the seminar about revival.
Was it this morning or this afternoon? But surely he dissuaded you. Surely, surely we don't want revival. Surely not.
You see, the problem about a wave of revival is there's two things that can happen with that wave. One is you can ride it and the other is that you'll get crushed by it. That's it.
You get killed by it or you ride it. Now you want revival?
Sermon Outline
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- The desire for revival is common but misunderstood
- Revival brings a powerful wave that can either be ridden or crush
- Believers must decide how to respond to revival's challenge
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- Revival destroys the self-life
- It demands surrender and transformation
- Resistance leads to being overwhelmed or 'killed' by revival
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- The cost of revival is high but necessary
- True revival is not comfortable or easy
- Only those who fully embrace revival experience its power
Key Quotes
“You want revival? You want revival in Essex? No. No.” — Jackie Pullinger
“You see, the problem about a wave of revival is there's two things that can happen with that wave. One is you can ride it and the other is that you'll get crushed by it.” — Jackie Pullinger
“You get killed by it or you ride it. Now you want revival?” — Jackie Pullinger
Application Points
- Be willing to surrender your personal desires to fully experience revival.
- Prepare your heart to embrace the challenges that come with spiritual transformation.
- Decide to ride the wave of revival rather than resist and be overwhelmed by it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jackie Pullinger mean by 'revival will destroy your self life'?
She means that revival challenges personal desires and ego, requiring complete surrender to God's transformative work.
Is revival something believers should seek?
Yes, but with the understanding that revival demands sacrifice and can be difficult to endure.
What happens if someone resists revival?
According to the sermon, resisting revival can lead to being overwhelmed or 'crushed' by its power.
How can one prepare for revival?
By cultivating a heart of surrender and readiness to be transformed, embracing God's work fully.
Does revival guarantee comfort and ease?
No, revival often brings discomfort as it breaks down the old self to build a new life in Christ.