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August 21, 2025 63 mins

Get ready for an inspiring journey into the heart of revival and Christian leadership on this episode of The Cory Lee Show! Join host Cory Lee and special guest Matthew Backholer—a renowned revival historian, author, broadcaster, and co-founder of By Faith Media—as they dive deep into revival history, share life-changing testimonies, and explore what real revival means for believers and culture today.

In this jam-packed episode, you’ll discover:

  • What is revival? Matthew Backholer breaks down the meaning of revival vs. evangelism, drawing on powerful examples from the Brownsville Revival, Welsh Revival, and the global move of God across generations.

  • Personal transformation stories: Hear firsthand how encountering the Holy Spirit changed Matthew’s life, including his call to Bible College of Wales and his involvement in major revival research and Christian missions worldwide.

  • Revival leadership and legacy: Explore the influence of Reese Howells and the importance of surrender, obedience, and listening to the Holy Spirit in leadership.

  • Modern-day revival: Cory and Matthew discuss how God is moving now, the signs of spiritual awakening today, and how you can be part of transforming your city, church, and culture.

  • Practical insights: Learn how to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit, take bold steps in faith, and make a tangible impact—locally and globally.

  • Unseen sides of church history: Get exclusive insight into key moments in Christian revival history—from John Wesley, George Whitefield, and the 1904-1905 Welsh Revival to modern moves of the Holy Spirit in Asia and Africa.

  • How to access revival resources: Find out where to get Matthew Backholer’s books, documentaries, and free revival resources to deepen your spiritual hunger.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone searching for answers about Christian revival, seeking practical discipleship, exploring the history of revival movements, or longing for a fresh move of God in their life and community.

Whether you’re a church leader, a passionate believer, or simply curious about the meaning and power of revival, tune in and ignite your faith. Don’t forget to connect with Matthew Backholer at byfaith.org and explore all the latest from The Cory Lee Show!

 

Connect with Mathew:

https://byfaith.org 

CONNECT WITH CORY:

🎤For speaking or training requests, email me at: Cory@coryleeleadership.com

📖To grab a copy of my book Champion: https://www.coryleeleadership.com/champion

📖To grab a copy of my book Sinners in the Hands of a Merciful Father: https://www.coryleeleadership.com/mercifulfather

📖To grab a copy of my book Heart of The Father: https://www.coryleeleadership.com/heartofthefather

📖To grab a copy of my book Leading with Insight: https://www.coryleeleadership.com/leadingwithinsight

 

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