Episode 29: "Revival Conversations with Dr. Richard Brink - Part 2"
Dr. Randy Turpin continues his compelling conversation with revival historian Dr. Richard Brink in this second installment of their multi-part series. Building on their discussion of revival history, they now explore how God is moving in powerful ways today and what individuals can do to participate in spiritual awakening.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- Why modern revival looks different from historical awakenings due to cultural diversity
- Current revival movements among ethnic communities across America
- The dramatic college revivals happening on secular campuses in the South
- How revival is infiltrating the seven mountains of society (business, education, media, arts, government, family, and religion)
- The danger of withdrawing from culture versus engaging as light in darkness
- Powerful testimonies from spiritual warfare in Salem, Massachusetts
- How worship and declaration can shift spiritual atmospheres over regions
- Practical steps anyone can take to cultivate personal and corporate revival
Dr. Brink shares transformative experiences from Israel that changed his perspective on engaging sinners versus separating from culture. He provides compelling examples of how corporate prayer gatherings have historically shifted nations, from Abraham Lincoln's 1863 prayer proclamation to the 2024 "Million Women" gathering in Washington DC.
This episode bridges the gap between longing for historic revival and actively participating in what God is doing now. Whether you're seeking personal spiritual renewal or want to see transformation in your community, Rich provides both inspiration and practical guidance for becoming part of God's awakening work.
Perfect for anyone hungry for authentic spiritual awakening, interested in contemporary revival movements, or seeking to understand their role in cultural transformation.
This is Part 2 of a multi-part series.
Additional Resources:
- Dr. Richard Brink's book: Now Is the Time: Seven Signs of the Emerging Great Awakening
- Dr. Brink's website: Eastgate Revival Ministries: https://eastgaterevival.org/
- Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799
- Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/
- Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921. My Favorite Murder is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including historic true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.