

Is this Revival?
20 snips Oct 6, 2025
The discussion dives into whether recent spiritual stirrings signify revival. John Stonestreet explores Jonathan Edwards' criteria for true revival, emphasizing Christ-centeredness and an awakened conscience against evil. Listeners learn that genuine revival increases respect for Scripture and sound doctrine, fostering love, humility, and unity among believers. The parallels between historical youth movements and today’s resurgence among students are examined, encouraging hope and active pursuit of revival while remaining cautious of extremes.
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Signs Of A Current Spiritual Movement
- Recent large gatherings and rising church attendance suggest something like a spiritual movement is happening.
- John Stonestreet ties events like Charlie Kirk's memorial and Asbury to a possible revival among young people.
Jonathan Edwards: Leader And Chronicler
- Jonathan Edwards both led and studied the First Great Awakening in New England.
- Edwards preached, observed, and documented revival dynamics to help the church discern true spiritual work.
Edwards' Five Marks Of Revival
- Edwards identified five marks of true revival that help evaluate contemporary movements.
- These include Christ-centeredness, opposition to evil, Scripture-groundedness, doctrinal depth, and producing true love and unity.