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Crowder, “Wildfire” Devo

by Lindsay Williams

“For our God is a consuming fire.” Hebrews 12:29 (NIV)

There are numerous instances in the Bible where God’s love is compared to a fire. In fact, Acts describes a moment during Pentecost when the Holy Spirit spread like a wildfire:

“When the Feast of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Without warning there was a sound like a strong wind, gale force—no one could tell where it came from. It filled the whole building. Then, like a wildfire, the Holy Spirit spread through their ranks…”  (MSG)

Think about the characteristics of wildfire. Unbridled. Completely free. Passionate. Fierce. Unrelenting. Uncontrolled. All-consuming. Isn’t this an accurate description of what takes place when God consumes a heart? 

The disciples once shared a conversation about how their hearts burned after hearing the Word of the Lord (Luke 24:32). What would it be like to live as if we’re set on fire? How would we live if we poured as much gasoline on our faith as we do on our work or our ambitions? How different would our lives look if we allowed our passion for Christ to drive every decision?

Sometimes God lights a fire under us to get our attention and display His power. Just ask Elijah. He called down fire from heaven to prove that God was who He said He was. 1 Kings 18:38-39 shares the story: “Then the fire of the Lord fell and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood and the stones and the dust, and it licked up the water that was in the trench. Now when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces; and they said, ‘The Lord, He is God! The Lord, He is God!’”

Sometimes God lights a fire within us to propel us forward into the purpose He has for us; and other times, He lights a fire to show other people He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Either way, He is glorified by our burning hearts.

Where God’s fire falls, His Spirit’s usually not far behind. When the love of God starts to spread like wildfire, pay attention. It’s a sign He’s on the move. It’s a sign He’s sparking revival. And that spark can start with you and me. 

Testify, I'm living proof / Purified all thanks to You / Glorify is all I wanna do / Come alive, we burn for You / We burn for You