Ignite Your Faith

On the Around the World segment this week Dr. Titus Coltea and Vasaly Benzar share about how God mightily moved in Siberia during the days when communism was icollapsing. Sammy then dives deep into the Lord’s prayer in Matthew 6:9. One of the primary principles in the Lord’s Prayer is to continually remember the goodness of the Father through praise and thanksgiving. Sammy gives a recommendation for a resources entitled Running Home that will help you in this journey. The podcast concludes with this important interview with the chairman of America’s national prayer committee Dave Butts. He shares about why Praise and Thanksgiving is foundational to all true prayer because it shifts our attention to what really matters.

On the Around the World segment this week Fred Starkweather and Fred Bishop join the podcast to talk about the time we went to the Communist Youth Festival to share the gospel back during the Jesus Movement days. You will be encouraged to hear about the young Eastern Europeans who were willing to put their lives on the line to share the gospel at this festival. Sammy then dives into the importance of having a corporate and personal meeting place when it comes to connecting with God. The podcast concludes with an on-going interview with the chairman of America’s national prayer committee Dave Butts. He shares about the practical importance of the meeting place as it relates to your prayer life.

On the Around the World segment this week we are taken back to 1990 in Romania, right after the collapse of communism there. A news report explains how God brought down the collapse of communism through the prayers of his people. It is an amazing testimony of the power of prayer. Sammy then dives into the Word of God explaining the connection between the crucifixion of Christ and the power of transformative prayer. The chairman of America’s national prayer committee Dave Butts then further explains this divine connection.

In this opening episode of season 2 a new segment entitled around the world is introduced. It takes listeners to places around the world that God has moved in special ways. In this episode you will be encouraged by the testimonies you hear of the revival that God sent to Monroe, Louisiana during the Jesus Movement. Sammy will then dive into the Word and explore the foundations of what prayer really is all about. The episode will conclude with an insightful interview with Dave Butts who is chairman of America’s national prayer committee. There is so much rich material in this 28 minute podcast that will strengthen and encourage your prayer life.

Sammy Tippit Ministries is kicking off a new season of Ignite Your Faith. These new weekly podcasts are all centered around renewal, revival, igniting your passion for Christ, sharing your faith and strengthening your family life. This season will have a variety of topics related to renewal and revival. Interviews from Christian leaders around the world, recommended resources and stories of how God has moved in the past & present will all be combined to make this a unique new season of Ignite Your Faith.

Matt was born into a family of a gang leader and drug dealer. As Matt began to grow up he so desired to have a father figure that he began to emulate his dad. That life led him into 14 stab wounds, two gunshot wounds, two explosions and a world of addiction. But a pastor who he had befriended never gave up on him and eventually Matt gave his life to Christ. Matt is an entirely new person now and has impacted a multitude of lives around the world for the cause of Christ. You don’t want to miss this incredible story of God’s unrelenting love.

Josh Lair shares his amazing story of God literally rescuing his life from serious addictions and time spent in prison. Josh’s open and honest account of how God used his past struggles to become his greatest area of strength in his ministry today and bring restoration to his life is compelling and insightful. You won’t want to miss this podcast of how the power of the gospel is still alive and moving today.

An incredible prayer movement that is taking place in Ethiopia. You'll hear how 22 generations of a witch doctor ceased with the gospel and how the place of worshiping the spirits has become a place where up to 100,000 Christians gather to seek God. This is an great story of how God is moving around the world today.

Sammy Tippit explains how having prostate cancer refocused his desires on God. Sammy explains how God used a dream of him being like a wounded deer to daily long from the streams of living water that flows from God. God also used this encounter with cancer to help Sammy better to care for his body by training for the Greek marathon. Join us in the podcast to discover all the amazing things that God taught Sammy through this journey with prostate cancer.

Mark Beardon is Director Of Life Action’s Revived Faith Prayer Ministry. Mark teaches in churches around the country about intercessory prayer. Sammy and Mark discuss the Welsh revival and some of the characteristics that God manifested in that revival. They discuss how God can use one fully devoted person to Christ just like Evan Roberts was used in the Welsh revival. They also talk about common characteristics of revival including prayer and the pruning process that must precede revival. They delve deep into what intercessory prayer really is and how it works in conjunction with Scripture to guide the life of the believer.

Pastor Michael Catt of Sherwood Baptist Church discusses with Sammy some of the principles of the Jesus Movement of which they both came to Christ. One of those principles of that movement was going out into the world where people are. They also discuss the Refresh Conference which Pastor Catt’s church sponsors. It targets reviving pastors who are discouraged across America. Finally they discuss how much this generation needs God and why prayer is paramount.

Dr. John Avant is the Director and President of Life Action Division which is an organization committed to revival and awakening in America. He discusses with Sammy the desire to see millions of God astonished lives across America and how revival can come to the world today as it has in the past. Dr. Avant also recounts a revival movement that happened in the mid-90’s in Texas which ended up spreading to one hundred campuses across America and to other parts of the world.

Sammy & Corey discuss how to the Apostle Paul wanted to know Jesus in the power of His Resurrection and the fellowship of His suffering. The Spirit of Christ continually flows through us as we commune with Christ. One of the greatest ways we can become a learner of Christ is digging into God’s Love Letter - His Word. God’s word is a guide for us as followers of Jesus.

Sammy & Corey discuss how to become learners of Jesus. One of our greatest hinderances to become learners of Jesus is pride. Humility is one of the prime character traits of Jesus. Humility is having an attitude that there is a bigger picture than what I can understand. Humility also gives us the perspective that we can do nothing without Jesus but all things through Him.

Dr. David Walker and Sammy Tippit discuss how God sometimes uses wanted and unwanted changes to shape us for the better. We all have different races that God has called us to run. It is through the unique struggle of the challenge that God transforms us.

Dr. David and Shirley Walker discuss with Sammy and Tex Tippit how to be refreshed by meeting with God in the midst of the tyranny of the urgent. They discuss how you can intentionally set aside the places and spaces to be refreshed by His Spirit through spending time with Him instead of prioritizing the checking off of the to-do list.

Sammy Tippit and Dr. David Walker discuss how the process of change can be used to shape us in the image of Jesus Christ. This podcast is a great reminder that God’s calendar isn’t our calendar but his ways, process and outcomes are much higher than our short-term understanding.

In this episode Sammy & Tex Tippit interview two different guests one from Scotland and one from Moldova. Jesse McFarlane shares about a women’s prayer ministry that has swept and changed Scotland. Vladimir shares stories of tragedy, hope and healing in family life and in ministry life. If you want your world to expand be sure to check out this episode hearing stories of God’s faithfulness from around the world.

In this episode the Tippit’s and David & Shirley Walker discuss personal and corporate revival. So much of revival begins with brokenness, repentance and obedience.If you feel like your life is cluttered or maybe out of sync be sure to check out this passionate discussion about how to see your heart revived again for God.

Sammy & Tex Tippit discuss with Dr. David & Shirley Walker about the reality of spiritual dryness and burn out. How do you stoke that fire for Jesus once the flame begins to dim? Be encouraged in this podcast as you listen to how God can refresh and enliven your relationship with Him once again.

In part 2 of this interview with Kristi Hobbs she shares how God’s Word was an anchor in the midst of her personal tragedy. Just releasing herself to the current of God’s river brought hope and healing into her life. Kristi also tells the story of how even out of this tragedy many lives half way across the globe were impacted for all of eternity.

Kristi Hobbs opens up in this testimony of loss and love. She shares this tender yet encouraging story of the Lord’s presence in her husband’s absence after he went to be with Jesus. If you ever have experienced deep loss in life be sure to listen to these words of wisdom that Kristi offers to all of us.

An interview with Dr. Chuck Kelley, President of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Kelley shares key insights for the decline of evangelism in churches today. He coins a term "disciplism" to give a solution to the evangelism crisis.

Sammy Tippit interviews Kay Horner, Executive Director of the Awakening America Alliance and Executive Director of The Helper Connection. They discuss the necessity of a spiritual awakening in America and Ms Horner's ministry among pastors' wives.

Sammy Tippit and Dave Butts, chairman of the U.S. National Prayer Committee continue their discussion on prayer. They delve into those things that hinder our prayer lives and show us how to overcome those obstacles. It’s a must listen for anyone wanting to grow in their prayer lives.

Sammy Tippit interviews Dave Butts, chairman of the U.S. National Prayer Committee. They discuss the nature of prayer and the exciting possibilities that prayer produces. The interview explains the reasons prayer is so powerful.

Sammy Tippit discusses with Bill Elliff, Pastor of The Summit Church in Little Rock, Arkansas, the nature of a spiritual awakening. You will be challenged in this dynamic discussion of personal and corporate renewal as Pastor Elliff shares about a move of God in his church.

You don't want to miss this interview with Pastor Naveed Malik. He tells his story about how he grew up in Pakistan in a non-Christian family. It's a remarkable story of a Christian being light in the darkness in which Naveed lived. You will be inspired to pray for others who have not met Jesus.

God lit a fire in Adi’s heart when he came to know Christ. He was a professional handball player for Romania. People thought he was crazy when he started sharing Christ with everyone. However, he not only changed their minds, he was able to introduce others to Christ and see their hearts changed. His story in today’s podcast will inspire you to share your faith with others.

Byron Paulus, CEO of Life Action Ministries, shares his burden for renewal in our personal lives and awakening in the nations. He issues a call for believers to join in a unified movement to pray for such an awakening in today’s podcast. His story will ignite a fire for prayer and revival.

Although Luke Hockenjos grew up in a great Christian family, he became addicted to alcohol when he was 15 years old and later Methamphetamines. He found himself homeless two weeks before he came to Christ. He shares his story from addiction to freedom in Christ in today’s podcast. It will inspire parents to never quit praying for their children and hope for victory in Christians.

Indian Pastor Jolly Singh shares his remarkable story of coming to know Jesus in today’s podcast. He talks about the difficulties he faced when he placed his faith in Jesus and how those struggles made him stronger. His story will inspire every Christian who wrestles with problems in their walk with God.

Do you long for a closer walk with God, victory in your life and renewal in your relationships? Author and international evangelist Sammy Tippit is launching a podcast in 2019 that will be dedicated to igniting your faith. Sammy will be interviewing faithful Christians from around the world who will encourage, challenge and inspire you to let God’s fire burn deep within your heart.