Psalm 85 & Men’s Ministry: A Revival Blueprint
Theme: “Restore us again, O Lord, that Your people may rejoice in You.” (Psalm 85:6)
- Revival starts with honesty before God.
Psalm 85 opens with Israel remembering what God used to do — how He showed favor, forgave sins, and restored fortunes. That’s where a lot of men are spiritually — remembering the “old fire,” but needing it rekindled. A men’s ministry rooted in Psalm 85 calls brothers to come clean before God, to admit where the fire dimmed, and to let Him start fresh work inside them. - Restoration leads to responsibility.
Verse 10 says, “Steadfast love and faithfulness meet; righteousness and peace kiss each other.” That’s a picture of balance — strength and compassion, truth and grace. Men need that balance restored in their homes, workplaces, and communities. A revived man becomes a responsible man — faithful, grounded, and at peace with himself and others. - Revived men bring revival around them.
Psalm 85:12–13 says the land yields its increase and righteousness goes before God’s people. When men are restored, they start producing — fruit in their families, integrity in their leadership, and consistency in their faith. God blesses them to be a blessing. - Men’s ministry isn’t just fellowship — it’s kingdom work.
The psalm ends with God preparing the way for His glory to dwell among His people. That’s the heartbeat of men’s ministry — to prepare men’s hearts and homes for God’s glory to show up. When brothers gather, pray, and sharpen one another, they’re building the spiritual highways where God can move through the next generation.
If you’re leading or organizing a men’s ministry, you could even use Psalm 85 as a six-week revival series:
- Week 1: “Lord, You Have Been Good” — Remembering God’s faithfulness
- Week 2: “Restore Us Again” — Personal renewal
- Week 3: “Revive Us” — The prayer every man needs
- Week 4: “Let Me Hear What God Will Speak” — Learning to listen
- Week 5: “Righteousness and Peace Kiss” — Becoming whole men
- Week 6: “God’s Glory Marches On” — Living as restored brothers