It deeply concerns me when I see any member of our congregation going through a season of spiritual dryness or feeling distant from God. We all experience times when our spiritual fervor may wane, and our souls feel like parched land in the desert. Yet, I want to assure you that there is hope and renewal available for every weary soul. Let’s turn to God’s Word for guidance and find solace in His promises.

Acknowledge Your Condition

In times of spiritual dryness, it’s essential to acknowledge where you stand and recognize your need for God’s intervention. Remember, even the psalmist David experienced such times and cried out to God in earnest.

“As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul pants for You, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God; when shall I come and appear before God?” – Psalm 42:1-2 (NASB)

Seek God Diligently

Draw near to God through prayer, worship, and reading His Word. In times of spiritual drought, it’s easy to become complacent, but the solution lies in seeking God with all your heart.

“You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13 (NASB)

Repent and Turn Back

Examine your heart and repent of any sin or distraction that may have led to your spiritual dryness. God is always ready to forgive and restore.

“Return to Me, and I will return to you,” says the LORD of hosts. – Malachi 3:7 (NASB)

Trust in God’s Faithfulness

Even in the wilderness of spiritual dryness, trust in God’s faithfulness to carry you through. He is the source of living water that can quench your soul’s thirst.

“I have been young, and now I am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken or his descendants begging bread.” – Psalm 37:25 (NASB)

Lean on Christian Community

Surround yourself with fellow believers who can encourage and pray for you. The body of Christ is designed to uplift one another in times of need.

“…Let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 (NASB)

Join Us for Cottage Prayer Meetings and Revival

I am excited to announce that Chandler Southern Baptist Church will be holding cottage prayer meetings the second week of September on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in preparation for our revival services on September 17th-20th. These gatherings will be a wonderful opportunity to unite in prayer and seek God’s presence, especially for those going through spiritual dryness. Our revival services will feature Kevin Russell as the preacher, and Joel & Chelsea McReynolds will lead us in uplifting worship.

As we approach these gatherings, may our hearts be open to God’s leading, and may we experience a spiritual renewal that will refresh our souls like never before.

Remember, even in the wilderness, God’s grace and mercy abound. May you find strength and encouragement in His presence as you overcome spiritual dryness and grow closer to Him.