PRAYER and FASTING
Session Two
FIRE
REFLECTION
When John the Baptist introduced Jesus, he made a radical declaration: while he baptized with water for repentance, Christ would come to baptize “with the Holy Spirit and fire” (Matthew 3:11).
Throughout Scripture, fire marks the personal, holy presence of God—from the burning bush in Exodus to the pillar of light in the wilderness. Fire refines precious metals by removing impurities, illuminates dark paths, and ignites passionate zeal. At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended as fire to signify that God’s presence was no longer confined to a physical temple, but was now residing directly within His people.
At a time when culture and circumstance threaten to quench our spiritual zeal, we invite the fire of the Holy Spirit to fall fresh upon us—refining our hearts, exposing hidden sin, and setting us ablaze with holy passion for Christ.
DEVOTIONAL QUOTE
“Fire illuminates, purifies, and consumes. The Holy Spirit illuminates our minds with truth, purifies our hearts from sin, and consumes our self-will so that Christ alone may reign.” — Adapted from A. W. Tozer (The Counselor)
PRAYER POINT
- Personal and family: Pray that the fire of the Holy Spirit will illuminate God’s truth in your life, burning away distraction and refining yours and loved ones character into the image of Christ.
- The Church: Pray for a refining fire within the Body of Christ—that both personal and corporate sin will be exposed and purified, restoring a hunger for holiness and righteousness.
- Nation & Communities: Pray that a move of God’s Spirit will consume self-interest and moral apathy in our nation, sparking genuine repentance, revival, and self-sacrificing love for our neighbours
MEDITATE
“… Settled on each of them“
Notice that the fire did not just hover collectively over the crowd; it rested upon each individual. No believer is excluded from the presence, gift, and empowering work of the Holy Spirit. Take a quiet moment to anchor yourself in this truth: The Holy Spirit desires to be personally active and present in your life today.
Question for Reflection: It is often easy to spot self-will and compromise in others while overlooking it in ourselves. In what specific area of your life is the Holy Spirit asking to burn away self-interest so Christ can reign fully?