Revival within the church is essential for rekindling passion, unity, and commitment among believers as they seek to fulfill God’s purpose.
These prayers aim to ignite a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit, inspire spiritual growth, and restore the church’s role as a beacon of hope and transformation in the world.
Rooted in Scripture, they call for repentance, renewed devotion, and an awakening to God’s will.
As we pray for revival, may the church experience a powerful move of God, equipping his people to shine brightly and glorify his name in all that they do.
30 Prayer for Revival in the Church
1. Acts 2:17
“‘And in the last days it shall be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams;”
Heavenly Father, we ask for an outpouring of Your Spirit upon Your Church. Revive us to be fervent in our faith and aligned with Your will.
Let Your power move mightily among us, enabling dreams, visions, and prophetic words that testify of Your greatness. Let Your Word go forth with power, bringing transformation to our hearts and communities.
2. 2 Chronicles 7:14
“if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”
Lord, we humble ourselves before You. We repent of every sin and seek Your face earnestly. We pray for forgiveness and healing in Your Church and across our nation.
Let this season mark the turning point where revival springs forth and the Church rises in holiness, boldness, and love.
3. Psalm 85:6
“Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?”
Gracious God, we cry out for renewal in Your Church. Revive us again, so that Your people may be filled with joy and praise.
Restore the passion in our worship and devotion, and cause us to live as a beacon of hope and truth in a weary world.
4. Habakkuk 3:2
“O Lord, I have heard the report of you, and your work, O Lord, do I fear. In the midst of the years revive it; in the midst of the years make it known; in wrath remember mercy.”
Lord, we have heard of Your great works, and our hearts yearn for more. Bring revival to the Church, making Your mighty deeds known again.
As You pour out Your Spirit, remember mercy and lead us in righteousness for Your name’s sake.
5. Joel 2:28
“And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions.”
Father, may Your promise be fulfilled among us. Pour out Your Spirit over Your Church and ignite a revival that spans generations.
Equip and empower us to prophesy, dream, and see visions that glorify Your name and proclaim Your Kingdom.
6. Isaiah 57:15
“For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: ‘I dwell in the high and holy place, and also with him who is of a contrite and lowly spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of the contrite.'”
Holy God, dwell among us and revive our hearts. May Your presence bring renewal to the weary and healing to the brokenhearted. Let Your holiness permeate every aspect of our lives, uniting us in love and humility.
7. Acts 4:31
“And when they had prayed, the place in which they were gathered together was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and continued to speak the word of God with boldness.”
Lord, may the prayers of Your Church be fervent and effective. Let us be filled with the Holy Spirit, just as the early Church was. Shake us with Your presence and inspire boldness to proclaim Your Word to the nations.
8. Ezekiel 37:5
“Thus says the Lord God to these bones: Behold, I will cause breath to enter you, and you shall live.”
Sovereign Lord, breathe life into Your Church. Revive us, and raise up a vibrant, living body that shines with Your glory. Let our dry bones be infused with the vitality of Your Spirit, ushering in revival and restoration.
9. Matthew 5:14
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.”
Lord Jesus, awaken Your Church to its purpose as the light of the world. May revival make us shine brightly for Your glory, drawing people to Your love and truth.
Empower us to be a beacon of hope that impacts our communities and transforms lives.
10. Romans 12:11
“Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.”
Father, ignite zeal and passion within Your Church. Revive us to be fervent in spirit and dedicated in service. May we glorify You in all we do, becoming vessels of revival that inspire others to pursue You wholeheartedly.
11. Hosea 6:2
“After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will raise us up, that we may live before him.”
Merciful Father, we ask You to revive us in Your divine timing. Raise Your Church to new heights of faith and power, that we may live fully for You. Let Your restoration bring glory to Your name and renew our commitment to You.
12. Isaiah 64:1
“Oh that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains might quake at your presence—”
Lord, we long for Your presence. Rend the heavens and come down to awaken Your Church. Shake us with Your glory, and let revival start in our hearts. May Your presence transform us and draw many to salvation.
13. Revelation 3:20
“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.”
Jesus, You are knocking at the door of our hearts. We open ourselves to You and invite You to dwell within us. Revive the Church so that we may experience deeper fellowship with You and share Your love with the world.
14. 2 Corinthians 3:18
“And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.”
Holy Spirit, transform us as we behold Your glory. Revive us to be reflections of Your character and grace, moving from one degree of glory to another. Let this revival renew our purpose and empower us to live for You.
15. John 7:38
“Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’”
Jesus, we ask for revival that brings forth rivers of living water from within Your Church. May the life-giving power of Your Spirit overflow and touch every dry place. Use us to bring refreshing and hope to the world.
16. Ezekiel 36:26
“And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.”
Lord, create in us a new heart and renew a steadfast spirit within Your Church. Remove anything that hinders us from fully surrendering to You. Let revival flow as You replace hearts of stone with hearts of flesh that beat for You.
17. Zechariah 4:6
“Then he said to me, ‘This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.'”
Father, we trust in Your Spirit to bring revival—not by our strength or plans, but by Your divine power. Move in supernatural ways that demonstrate Your sovereignty and bring transformation to Your Church.
18. Romans 8:11
“If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.”
Resurrecting God, revive Your Church by the power of Your Spirit. Just as You raised Jesus from the dead, breathe life into every area of spiritual stagnation. Let revival bring vitality and renewal to our lives and communities.
19. Philippians 2:15
“that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world,”
Lord, make us blameless and innocent before You. Revive us to shine as lights in a world that desperately needs Your truth and love. Let Your Church reflect Your glory and draw others to the beauty of Your salvation.
20. Jeremiah 29:13
“You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.”
God of grace, we seek You with all our hearts. Revive us as we draw near to You, and reveal Yourself to us in new and powerful ways. Let revival bring us closer to You and restore our passion for Your presence and purposes.
21. 1 Timothy 2:1-2
“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.”
Lord, we lift up leaders and all those in authority, both in the Church and the nations. Let Your revival bring godliness and dignity, creating an atmosphere of peace for Your people to thrive spiritually.
May we intercede faithfully and live as shining examples of Your grace.
22. Hebrews 10:24-25
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”
Father, revive the spirit of fellowship in Your Church. May we gather regularly, stirring one another toward love and good works.
Let our encouragement and unity inspire revival and demonstrate Your Kingdom on earth.
23. Ezekiel 37:14
“And I will put my Spirit within you, and you shall live, and I will place you in your own land. Then you shall know that I am the Lord; I have spoken, and I will do it, declares the Lord.”
Mighty God, fill Your Church with Your Spirit and bring new life to every dry place. Let revival testify of Your power and faithfulness, so all will know that You alone are Lord. Restore Your people and establish us in Your purposes.
24. John 13:34-35
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”
Lord Jesus, revive Your Church to be known by our love for one another. May our relationships reflect Your unconditional love and draw others to You. Let love be the hallmark of revival, transforming both hearts and communities.
25. Galatians 6:9
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”
Father, strengthen us to persevere in doing good, even when we grow weary. Revive our spirits with hope and faith, knowing that the harvest of revival is near. Let us remain steadfast in sowing seeds of righteousness for Your glory.
26. Colossians 4:2
“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.”
Lord, awaken a spirit of prayer in Your Church. Revive us to be watchful, steadfast, and filled with thanksgiving. May our prayers align with Your will and ignite a powerful move of Your Spirit among us.
27. Isaiah 43:19
“Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.”
God of new beginnings, we trust in Your ability to do a new thing. Revive us to see and embrace the fresh work You are doing in the Church. Make a way where there seems to be none, and let streams of life flow in every dry place.
28. James 4:8
“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”
Holy God, draw us closer to You and purify our hearts. Revive us to seek You with undivided devotion and to live holy lives. Let our intimacy with You spark a revival that changes lives and glorifies Your name.
29. Romans 13:11
“Besides this you know the time, that the hour has come for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed.”
Lord, awaken Your Church from spiritual slumber. Let us be alert and ready for the work You are calling us to in this hour. May revival prepare us for the salvation of souls and the fulfillment of Your plans.
30. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Father, revive us to place our trust fully in You. Guide us in every decision and make our paths straight for Your purposes. May revival come as we surrender to Your wisdom and acknowledge You in all we do.
Conclusion
The prayers reflect a yearning for renewal, restoration, and a fresh outpouring of his presence.
As we humble ourselves, seek his face, and align our hearts with his will, we prepare the way for revival to ignite within us and spread through our church communities.