We're losing the battle down here, Lord.
A lukewarm nation... a valley of dry bones. Distracted by 401ks, social media, the latest Netflix series, the next toy we can purchase. We're lambs headed for slaughter and don't even know it. Our lives have become so pointless that we celebrate only two out of seven days a week. We seek pleasure virtually but find no fulfillment, only the need to search for more.
We can't find time for You... but our kids never miss a practice.
You died for us... but we can't seem to make it to church this weekend.
We're the richest country in the world... and yet, the furthest nation from You.
We'll talk to everyone about our favorite sports team... but tell no one how You've blessed our lives.
Don't worry, we'll spend more time focused on You... after we finish climbing the corporate ladder. We'll do it our way... on our terms. We'll crucify You over and over again as we go our sinful ways. Let other countries rely on You... because we're doing okay on our own.
What's it going to take?
How many viruses, natural disasters, terrorist attacks, racial wars, or economic collapses will it take to wake Your people up again?
We are tasteless salt.
We serve no purpose for Your Kingdom.
We trample on Your blessed creation.
We serve only ourselves.
Remind us that we could be wiped off the face of this planet within the blink of an eye.
Remind us that all that matters is You.
You don't deserve this.
You are holy.
You are worthy.
You are good.
You can't be anything else.
Breathe life back into my life, my family, our church, the city, the state, the nation, this world.
Lead us back to safety and away from temptation.
Fan the flames.
Fill this place with Your Spirit.
Lord, please don't give up on us.
Reignite the fire...