Theological Thursday - Revival

Andrew Curtis and Geoff Macpherson from Grace Theological College tackle a listener's question about revival - how many kinds exist, what history shows, and whether New Zealand might experience one soon. Jeff explains that while the word "revival" isn't explicitly in the New Testament, the concept appears throughout Scripture, particularly in prophets like Habakkuk calling for God to reawaken His people. He notes that Pentecost was the ultimate revival when the Holy Spirit was poured out, and historically, revivals have been sovereign works of God bringing corporate spiritual renewal and conversion on a grand scale.

The discussion explores whether humans can initiate revival or if it's purely God's timing, with Geoff favouring the view that only God can bring true revival, though we should faithfully create opportunities for people to hear the Gospel. They reference Billy Graham's crusades as examples of God working through evangelistic events, while cautioning against thinking we can manufacture spiritual awakening through formulas. Jeff also mentions that Grace Theological College is currently enrolling students who want to deepen their faith for evangelism and biblical counselling ministry.

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