23/08/2026
Sermon: “Keep the Fire Burning”
Text: Leviticus 6:12
“The fire on the altar shall be kept burning on it; it shall not be put out.”
Introduction
In the Old Testament, the altar represented worship, sacrifice, and devotion to God. God commanded the priests to keep the fire burning continually.
Today, we may not have a physical altar, but God still desires a heart that remains on fire for Him. The question is not only, “Did I once have fire?” but “Am I keeping the fire burning?”
1. FAITHFUL — Stay committed to God
The fire had to be maintained every day. Someone had to faithfully tend it.
Our relationship with God also requires consistency. We cannot depend only on yesterday’s prayer, yesterday’s worship, or yesterday’s encounter with God.
Faithfulness means:
Staying in God's Word
Continuing in prayer
Serving even when nobody notices
Remaining committed when life becomes difficult
Key thought:
A fire that is not tended will eventually go out.
2. AVAILABLE — Be ready to serve
The priests had to be available to take care of the altar.
God is looking for people who can say, “Here I am, Lord. Use me.”
Being available means giving God:
Your time
Your gifts
Your strength
Your attention
Your willingness
Sometimes the greatest obstacle to God's work is not lack of ability, but lack of availability.
Key thought:
God can use an available person who is willing to obey.
3. TEACHABLE — Keep growing
A person who is teachable understands that there is always more to learn from God.
We must allow God's Word to correct us, shape us, and mature us.
A teachable heart says:
“Lord, show me what needs to change.”
Don't become so comfortable that you stop growing.
Key thought:
A teachable heart keeps the spiritual fire growing instead of becoming cold.
4. Protect the fire 🔥
Leviticus 6:12 says the fire “shall not be put out.”
There are things that can weaken our spiritual fire:
Sin that we refuse to surrender
Prayerlessness
Neglecting God's Word
Unforgiveness
Spiritual laziness
Becoming distracted by the things of the world
We must intentionally protect our relationship with God.
Conclusion
The command was simple: Keep the fire burning.
And we can remember it through three words:
FAITHFUL — Keep showing up.
AVAILABLE — Keep saying yes to God.
TEACHABLE — Keep growing and allowing God to change you.
🔥 Don't let the fire that God started in you go out.
Prayer:
“Lord, help me to remain faithful in my walk, available for Your purpose, and teachable in Your hands. Rekindle the fire in my heart and help me keep it burning every day. May my life be a living altar of worship and devotion to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”