Awakening to True Life: Reviving the Valley of Dry Bones

I wrote this a few years ago, but for the last couple of weeks, it has been on my spirit. I pray this blesses you.

The Valley of Dry Bones in Today's Church

As I reflect, I see today’s church resembling the church of Sardis in the book of Revelation—a modern-day valley of dry bones, much like the account in Ezekiel. Many people proclaim their faith with their mouths, yet they struggle to demonstrate the evidence of the Jesus they claim to follow. Their fire only burns bright on Sundays. When the benediction is given, the truth of their spiritual state is exposed. They are dead in sin and lack an understanding of what it means to truly live. This world has bewitched them. They marvel at the pleasures of life, becoming oblivious to this seduction. Like Eve, they have been deceived by the serpent, tricked into believing that the fruit offered to them is superior to what is approved by the Master. They have set their affections on carnal and temporal things that yield no eternal life. The irony remains: how can something alive be so dead?

God’s Provocative Question

Interestingly, the Lord asked me the same question He asked Ezekiel: “Can these bones live?” My answer, much like Ezekiel's, was, “You alone know, Lord.” This realization struck me. God’s questions are never random. What was He trying to reveal to me? Despite knowing the story’s outcome from Scripture, I sensed that God wanted me to grasp something deeper personally.

As I meditated, I recognized my own story mirrored the valley. I, too, was dead and in desperate need of revival—alive physically yet unaware of true life. However, God brought revival to me. The answer to my question about living wasn’t found in the valley itself; it was in my testimony of Jesus’ power to resurrect. Those bones could indeed come alive because I, who was once dead, am now alive. It's no wonder I could see the valley; I had risen from it. The same God who breathed life into me has equipped me to prophesy life into others.

The Fear of Death and the Call to Prophesy

Death can be intimidating. It’s easy to accept it as a finality. Yet, God commands us to think differently and to prophesy. I must gird up my loins and speak, not in my authority or will, but in the name of the Lord Almighty. When fear knocks at my door, I will refuse to answer. Instead, I will declare the Word of the Holy One. Nothing can stand against Him.

The Awakening of the Valleys

The time has come for the valleys to awaken. Those who are dead because of sin, pain, and weariness will rise. They will emerge from their personal valleys—a place of spiritual dryness, despair, and defeat. God will indeed revive them, and for some, He will bring about a rebirth.

Life Awaits the Bones

Rejoice! Through God, death becomes a catalyst for revival. Jesus holds the keys to death. God will awaken many to the truth that this temporary existence is merely a shadow of true life. Real life is eternal and can only be found in Jesus. God will not only awaken their bodies but also their spirits and souls. Their passion will be reignited, and their fervor will spring forth.

Embracing True Life

No longer will they live as they once did. They will flourish with the fire of the Holy Spirit, earnestly seeking the Living God. They will have life, and they will truly experience it—all because of God. This spiritual awakening will breathe new life into their souls. They will fully embrace the life God intends for them. Their hearts will overflow with joy, peace, and righteousness as they seek to do His will.

A Manifestation of God's Kingdom

This is the awakening for the sons and daughters of God. It is the manifestation of the Kingdom of God and the revival of His servants.

Join me in prayer for your awakening.