Fixed-hour prayer is thought to be the oldest form of Christian devotion. Early believers paused several times a day to pray and reflect, and turn their attention to God. While it is an ancient practice that was probably adopted from our Jewish roots, there are still modern ways to do this.
Now, some might wonder why we'd stop and pray or read scripture so much. But I'd ask why you stop and eat and drink throughout the day.
The answer is the same. We do it to live.
In my church, we often talk of revival. It's something I've prayed for and continue to trust that God will bring to our local church and community. I don't fully know what revival will look like. I have dreams and hopes, but, whatever it is, I trust it will unfold in God's timing and in God's way. Revival is always God's business.
But we still have a part to play in revival. Our work is to return. To turn to God not just once, not just when things fall apart, but every day. Not just in grand gestures, but in small steps back to Jesus. God has never left us. We are the ones who forget how close Love has always been. And it is us who need to "return to the Lord."
So, while God works, revival doesn't just happen. It starts with a decision to return. It continues through daily, deliberate acts. Every day is like a spiritual reset button. You don't forget what God has been each day. But you do choose again and again to walk in God's way. To be sure, we aren't chasing a feeling. We're allowing the Spirit to reshape our lives by forming a habit of return.
Maybe you need a fixed-hour approach to revival. Spend time throughout the day reconnecting with the Lord. Take small, faithful steps back toward God's new, renewed life and revival.
Stay blessed...john | 
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