
Revived Thoughts
We are bringing history's greatest sermons back to life! Sermons from famous preachers like Charles Spurgeon, DL Moody, John Calvin, and many more. These sermons contain great wisdom from the past that will encourage believers in their walks with God today. Each episode features a 5-10 minute backstory on who the preacher is to better understand the sermon's context. And each sermon has had its language updated for easy listening for the 21st century believer.
Latest episodes

Aug 15, 2024 • 44min
William Wilberforce: Abolition Speech 1787
We are excited to be back from our summer break! And with our return comes a short speech by William Wilberforce to get us back in the swing of things! Big thanks to Nick Garland for reading today's message! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Aug 1, 2024 • 1h 57min
Revived Thoughts Deep Dive: Taiping Rebellion
In 19th-century China, failing to attend church could lead to execution. The Taiping Rebellion, led by Hong Xiuquan, aimed to establish a 'Heavenly Kingdom,' resulting in one of history's bloodiest conflicts. The podcast explores Hong’s mystical visions, his rise as a charismatic leader, and the movement's radical moral codes. Discover the social upheaval, the violent confrontations against idol worship, and the impact on gender dynamics. This little-known historical event reveals a significant clash between tradition and transformative ideals.

Jun 27, 2024 • 47min
Cotton Mather: Pirates On Death Row
Cotton Mather is one of New England's most famous colonial ministers. In this episode he is counseling and working directly with four pirates who are condemned to die. This is sermon he gives as they are before the executioners block. Hear the story of the pirates and their responses to Mather's counsel! Special thanks to Pastor Ed Backell for reading this sermon. Pastor Ed Backell is a Washington state native, and has taught for 30+ years in churches in Oregon, Washington and Nebraska, currently in Warden, WA. He has been serving Warden Community Church since May, 2010If you would like to read a sermon for Revived Thoughts, reach out to us at revivedthoughts@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 15min
Henry Whipple: The Work of a Missionary Church
Henry Whipple is a little known minister to Minnesota at a time when it was rural wilderness. Through blizzards and tough terrain, he helped bring the Gospel to the Dakota and the men living on the frontier.Special thanks to Jason Stanley for reading this sermon.If you would like to read a sermon for Revived Thoughts, reach out to us at revivedthoughts@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 13, 2024 • 51min
Revived Conversations: First MIllennia Conversions
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Jun 6, 2024 • 1h 24min
John Bunyan: Sighs from Hell
Author of pilgrim's progress, listen to what John Bunyan thinks about how we should live life from day to day. Huge thanks to Timothy Fierens for reading todays sermon. You can see his youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@oldtimepreachingSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 30, 2024 • 1h 11min
John Wesley: Justification by Faith
John Wesley is one of the main voices of the Great Awakening. Listen to some of the amazing stories from his life and his sermon, "Justification by Faith." Special thanks to Guthrie Musser for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts.If you would like to read a sermon for Revived Thoughts, reach out to us at revivedthoughts@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 23, 2024 • 59min
Robert Breckenridge: Plea for Restoration
Robert Breckenridge was a famous pastor who stood against slavery in the early 19th century. He was also the grandfather of a famous theologian we have featured on the show multiple times. Special thanks to Nathaniel Owen for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts.If you would like to read a sermon for Revived Thoughts, reach out to us at revivedthoughts@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 16, 2024 • 1h 1min
Joseph Lathrop: Solar Eclipse
Joseph Lathrop was a minister in the late 18th century and early 19th century. During his time as a minister there was a solar eclipse and he gives his response to it. Special thanks to Adam Parker of the Bold Apologia Podcast for reading this sermon.If you would like to read a sermon for Revived Thoughts, reach out to us at revivedthoughts@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 9, 2024 • 49min
5 Years of Revived Thoughts!
Joel and Troy discuss the fact that Revived Thoughts is officially five years. What have we learned? Plans for the future? What annoys Joel and Troy about each other? We answer these questions and more! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/revived-thoughts6762/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy