5 Things To Do If You Feel Spiritually Dry & Stale

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Feeling spiritually dry or stale is something every believer will face at some point in their walk with God. It is that nagging sense that something is missing—like God feels far away, your prayers feel empty, and you feel alone even in a crowd. You may find it hard to read the Bible, pray, or worship. The presence of God seems distant, and your spirit feels dry and tired.

But here’s the truth: going stale in the presence of God should never be a condition we accept or live with for long. It is not our normal state. Our spirits were created to thrive in His presence. In Genesis 3:8, we see that Adam and Eve experienced God’s presence daily when He came to walk with them in the cool of the day. This shows us something important: God designed His presence to be our spiritual habitat.

Just as a fish cannot survive outside water, a believer cannot survive—let alone thrive—outside the presence of God. The moment a fish is taken out of water, the process of death begins. The same is true for us when we live outside consistent communion with the Holy Spirit. We may not die physically right away, but spiritual dryness begins, slowly draining our passion, clarity, strength, and vitality.

But here is the good news—you don’t have to stay dry and stale. You can abort that process of spiritual death and choose to reconnect to the river of God’s presence. Jesus said in John 10:10, “I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” That life is found only in Him.

So, how do we return to that place of freshness? How do we stay connected and alive in His presence daily? Below are five practical things you can do to cure spiritual dryness and bring revival to your soul.

One – Speak in Tongues Daily

One of the fastest and most powerful ways to stir your spirit and bring freshness is praying in tongues. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues.”

The word “new” in the original Greek is kainos, which means “fresh, unused, unprecedented.” This tells us that praying in tongues is not meant to become dry or repetitive—it is supposed to be a fresh experience that brings renewal each time. Speaking in tongues is a divine gift that connects your spirit directly with the Spirit of God.

When you pray in tongues, your spirit is edified (1 Corinthians 14:4). That means you are being built up spiritually. Even when your mind doesn’t understand, your inner man is being refreshed. Isaiah 28:11-12 prophetically says, “For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people… This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing.”

If you are feeling spiritually dry, start spending intentional time speaking in tongues. Don’t rush it. Set aside 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or even an hour if possible. As you do, you’ll find that your spiritual atmosphere begins to shift. Dryness will be replaced with sensitivity, heaviness with joy, and confusion with clarity.

Two – Return to Morning Devotions

There is a spiritual freshness that comes with meeting God early in the morning. Lamentations 3:22-23 says, “It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.”

Morning time is a sacred time. Before the noise of the world begins, before your phone starts buzzing with notifications, before distractions set in—give God your first moments. When you meet God in the morning, you’re not just honoring Him; you’re also positioning yourself to receive the fresh supply of mercy and grace for the day.

Jesus Himself practiced this. Mark 1:35 says, “And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.” Jesus knew the power of early communion with the Father. Even if it’s just 15 or 20 minutes to start, set a consistent time. Read a Psalm, worship with a song, or just sit in silence and speak to God from your heart. Begin your day in His presence, and you’ll carry that freshness throughout your day.

Three – Pursue Unity with Others

Another secret to staying spiritually fresh is walking in unity with other believers. This might seem surprising, but Scripture is clear that spiritual dryness can come from relational disunity. In Psalm 133, we read: “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head… as the dew of Hermon… for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.”

The dew of Hermon in this passage represents freshness, renewal, and divine life. It’s symbolic of spiritual vitality that comes when there is peace and unity among God’s people. When you’re out of alignment with others—holding grudges, bitterness, or offense—it can block your spiritual flow.

Hebrews 12:14 warns us to “follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.” If you’re feeling spiritually stale, examine your relationships. Is there someone you need to forgive? Someone you need to reach out to and make peace with? Unity invites the presence of God, and His presence brings the freshness your soul needs.

Four – Feed on the Word Like Bread for Your Soul

Another cause of spiritual dryness is neglecting the Word of God. Just as your physical body grows weak without food, your spirit grows weak without feeding on Scripture. Jesus said in Matthew 4:4, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”

God’s Word is not just information—it is living and active (Hebrews 4:12). It carries power to refresh, convict, encourage, and guide. Psalm 19:7-8 says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul… the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.”

If your Bible reading has become mechanical or absent, ask the Holy Spirit to revive your hunger. Don’t read out of duty—read to connect. Start with Psalms or the Gospels. Meditate on verses. Write them out. Speak them aloud. The Word is like water to a thirsty soul. As you drink deeply, that dryness will begin to fade, replaced by strength and perspective.

Five – Engage in Active Praise and Worship

Worship is one of the fastest ways to shift your atmosphere from dry to alive. In Isaiah 61:3, God promises “the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness.” When you feel spiritually heavy, stale, or distant, lifting your voice in praise can ignite fresh fire in your heart.

Worship is not just a Sunday activity—it’s a weapon and a pathway to God’s presence. Psalm 100:4 says, “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.” When you begin to praise—even when you don’t feel like it—you open your heart to the refreshing presence of God. Worship reminds you of who He is and who you are in Him. It breaks off the fog of discouragement and brings light into your soul.

Put on some worship music. Sing along. Dance. Lift your hands. Express your love to God not just from your head, but from your heart. You’ll find the dryness begin to lift like morning mist under the sun.

Conclusion

Spiritual dryness is not a permanent condition—it’s a warning sign that something needs attention. Just like a plant wilts without water, our spirits wilt without the presence of God. But the good news is, you can return to the well of His presence and be refreshed. Psalm 84:7 declares, “They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God.”
And 2 Corinthians 3:18 reminds us that we are transformed “from glory to glory” by beholding Him.

So don’t settle. Don’t adjust to dryness. Don’t learn to survive outside your spiritual habitat. Instead, return to His presence through tongues, morning devotion, unity, the Word, and worship—and you’ll find a fresh wind blowing again in your soul. As Jesus said in John 7:38, “He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.” Let those rivers flow again. Let freshness return. Let the staleness break. Your revival starts now.

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