Street Revival
The term "Street Revival" is not explicitly found in the Bible, but the concept can be related to biblical themes of public proclamation and community awakening to faith. In the New Testament, particularly in the Acts of the Apostles, we see examples of early Christians preaching the Gospel in public spaces. For instance, Peter's sermon at Pentecost (Acts 2:14-41) and Paul’s preaching in the marketplace of Athens (Acts 17:16-34) demonstrate the practice of evangelism in open settings. These instances reflect the spirit of a "revival," where individuals gather in public spaces to hear the message of Jesus, leading to spiritual awakening and conversion.The essence of a street revival today can also be tied to the biblical call to evangelism and discipleship. Jesus' Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 encourages believers to go out into the world to make disciples of all nations. In this sense, street revivals can be viewed as a grassroots effort to bring the message of salvation to people where they are, fostering community engagement and spiritual renewal among those who may not regularly attend church. Therefore, while the term itself is modern, the principle of reaching out to the community in public spaces for the purpose of revival aligns with the biblical mandate for evangelism.
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Street Revival Is Coming
By Andrew Strom3.2K1:00:23ACT 2:41ACT 4:31ACT 5:41In this sermon, the preacher discusses four standards that the coming move of God will be built on: holiness of heart, extravagant giving to the poor, unwavering faith, and day and night prayer. The preacher emphasizes that God will change the understanding and expression of Christianity in one generation. He believes that the time for harvesting all the people who need to be saved has come. The preacher also mentions the importance of making radical and prophetic music that challenges and convicts, as well as the need for believers to sell their possessions and give to the poor.
Great Street Revival and the Salvation Army
By Andrew Strom3.2K1:10:06MAT 22:9LUK 14:16JHN 2:16ACT 17:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for a powerful and impactful response to the preaching of the word of God. He shares examples of people who were left in shock and awe after hearing the message, contrasting it with the apathy and distractions prevalent in modern culture. The preacher highlights the importance of using modern methods to transmit the timeless message of salvation, just like the Salvation Army did in their street movement. He also criticizes the current state of Christianity, where people are getting their theology from movies and getting bored in church. The sermon calls for a revival in preaching the true gospel and a rejection of superficial and worldly distractions.