There are seasons in the Christian life when faith feels stagnant; prayer seems empty; worship lacks passion; and God feels distant. It’s easy to become discouraged, wondering if something is wrong. Yet even the greatest figures in Scripture experienced spiritual dryness.

David expressed this in Psalm 42:2, crying out, “My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?” This longing reminds us that dry seasons do not mean God has abandoned us; they are opportunities to seek Him with renewed passion.

One way to reignite our spiritual fire is to reflect on our first love – remembering the joy of our salvation and how God has worked in our lives. Revelation 2:4-5 warns against losing that initial love for Christ, urging believers to return to Him with sincerity.

Changing our spiritual routine can also help. Sometimes, engaging with Scripture in a fresh way, worshiping in a different setting, or stepping out in service to others can rekindle our passion. Jesus emphasized the importance of serving, saying, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” (Matthew 25:40)

Spiritual dryness is often temporary. Galatians 6:9 encourages us not to grow weary, reminding us that in time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. God is always present, even when He feels distant. If we seek Him with all our hearts, He promises we will find Him (Jeremiah 29:13).