Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0105A recorded on October 31, 1979 teaching from Jeremiah 3:3 – Revival, Why Does it Tarry? – Part 3.
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens addresses the spiritual stagnation within the church and offers a path toward renewal. He emphasizes that the “tarrying in revival” stems from spiritual issues like adultery and idolatry, which he equates with the church’s conformity with the world, as well as inward pollution and hardness of heart. Stevens highlights three remedies for revival: first, believing God is willing to forgive and send blessings, underscoring His persistent invitation to “return again to me” despite backsliding. Second, individuals and the church must be right with God through repentance and restitution, rectifying wrongs both spiritually and in relationships with others. Finally, Pastor Stevens stresses the crucial role of persistent and bold prayer, urging believers to “cry unto me” with the earnestness of a child, and illustrating this power with historical revivals sparked by dedicated prayer. Ultimately, Pastor Stevens issues a fervent call for individual and communal introspection, urging a return to genuine faith and passionate engagement with God to experience true spiritual renewal.