Podcast appearances and mentions of William J Seymour

Rick Joyner, bestselling author, prophet and founder of MorningStar Ministries, and author and associate pastor of MorningStar Ministries, Jeff Oliver, are our guests today! The two have co-authored the book: Keys to Experiencing Azusa Fire: Lessons from the Revival that Changed the Landscape of Global Christianity. Hear them share the history of the Revival including the roles of women, the leadership of William J. Seymour, and much more. Is there going to be another revival on the scale of Azusa Street? What will the End Time Harvest look like? Don't miss it!

From Revivalists - Supernatural Healing, Equipping and Deliverance series by various men of God.  William J Seymour from Azuza Street.     https://heavenscatalyst.org/witness/yeshua-heals/

Is Your Church Prejudiced Against Those of a Different Colour? The answer to this question lies in the reflection of your leadership—what does it look like? Just as Charles Parham's discriminatory treatment of William J. Seymour revealed the underlying racial prejudices of his time, the current lack of diverse representation in church leadership exposes modern-day racism within the Christian community. Despite the gospel's message of inclusivity, many church communities struggle to fully embody this principle. The segregation in leadership not only contradicts the diverse nature of their congregations but also reflects broader societal hypocrisy. However, the elevation of Seymour, despite the prejudice he faced, serves as a hopeful reminder that God's inclusive love transcends human biases. This calls the church today to strive towards true unity and inclusivity, where leadership reflects the diversity of the body of Christ and all cultures and backgrounds are genuinely embraced. #RacialPrejudice #ChurchLeadership #Inclusivity #GospelMessage #UnityInDiversity #ModernDayRacism #ChristianCommunity #BodyOfChrist #AzusaStreet #Revival, #CharlesParham, #WilliamSeymour, #Pentecostalism, #BethelBibleSchool, #TopekaKansas, #glossolalia, #interracialworship, #theological , #brendonnaicker, #SwindonChurch, #Racism

Is Your Church Prejudiced Against Those of a Different Colour? The answer to this question lies in the reflection of your leadership—what does it look like? Just as Charles Parham's discriminatory treatment of William J. Seymour revealed the underlying racial prejudices of his time, the current lack of diverse representation in church leadership exposes modern-day racism within the Christian community. Despite the gospel's message of inclusivity, many church communities struggle to fully embody this principle. The segregation in leadership not only contradicts the diverse nature of their congregations but also reflects broader societal hypocrisy. However, the elevation of Seymour, despite the prejudice he faced, serves as a hopeful reminder that God's inclusive love transcends human biases. This calls the church today to strive towards true unity and inclusivity, where leadership reflects the diversity of the body of Christ and all cultures and backgrounds are genuinely embraced. #RacialPrejudice #ChurchLeadership #Inclusivity #GospelMessage #UnityInDiversity #ModernDayRacism #ChristianCommunity #BodyOfChrist #AzusaStreet #Revival, #CharlesParham, #WilliamSeymour, #Pentecostalism, #BethelBibleSchool, #TopekaKansas, #glossolalia, #interracialworship, #theological , #brendonnaicker, #SwindonChurch, #Racism

On May 2, 1870, a baby was born in Centerville, Louisiana, to formerly enslaved parents. Raised in poverty, segregated by a white supremacist society, he nonetheless went on to lead one of the most significant revival movements of the twentieth century. I'm talking about William J. Seymour, of course, and the Azusa Street Revival he led from 1906–1909. This revival was a critical node in the social network of early Pentecostalism. Today is the 154th anniversary of Seymour's birth; in honor of which, I've invited Dr. Larry Martin to talk about the significance of his life and ministry. I'm George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. Martin is an ordained Assemblies of God minister, founder of River of Revival Ministries, and Pentecostal historian. His most recent book is William J. Seymour: Pentecostal Trailblazer and Revered Pastor of the Azusa Street Revival, published this year by Whitaker House. ————— This episode of the Influence podcast is brought to you by My Healthy Church, distributors of Cultivating a Spirit-Empowered Kids Ministry. Cultivating a Spirit-Empowered Kids Ministry will equip you with practical tools to intentionally make room for the Holy Spirit in your kids ministry. It includes practical tips for leading kids to hear the voice of the Holy Spirit, respond to the Holy Spirit, and receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit. For more information about Cultivating a Spirit-Empowered Kids Ministry, visit MyHealthyChurch.com.

This is prob simultaneously the most deranged, idiotic... & inspired ep yet in this last year of podcasting. Speaking of which, PPM just turned 1 yr old: pls make sure to rate & review it on Spotify in celebration & get the word out as yr able! We sure do appreciate it. Sub to the Patreon b4 Sermon #2 drops: ⁠patreon.com/ParaPowerMapping⁠ In which yr faithful ParaPower Mapper assumes an inverted Baby Billy Freeman from The Righteous Gemstones persona, donning an anti-Prosperity Gospel & anti-Z****st preacher mask, in order to deliver a lengthy sermon decrying the exploitive televangelist ministry of the Osteen dynasty & an alt history of the House of Usury known as Lakewood Church, culminating in an examination of the sus interlocks & inconsistencies that shed a diabolical light on the highly publicized "shooting" that took place at said repurposed Houston Rockets arena some weeks ago.  We call upon the Holy Spirit to guide us as we humbly seek to speak in sus-olalia (not glossolalia), setting the possible contours of this false flag conspiracy alight... Fill us w/ sus tongues of Holy Fire, Lord, as we consider whether this "domestic terrorist attack" was an op to shitcoat the popular pro-Palestinian movement as antisemitic & Hamas-affiliated, providing further genocidal justification for the hasbara-artistes. We're talking:  Prosperity Gospel; Charismatic Movement; televangelism; Azusa St. Revival; William J. Seymour; Charles Parham; John Osteen's conversion story & early ministry; his son Joel Osteen; Lakewood Church attack; Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship Int'l; Demos Shakarian (capitalist evangelist & Kardashian clan relative); the faith healer & fraudster William Branham, one of John Osteen's primary mentors; the Branhamite cultic tree & various sects that have branched from it; Jim Jones & the People's Temple; Colonia Dignidad & Paul Schafer; recent spate of (Israeli lobby-organized?) bomb hoaxes on college campuses; Christian Z****sm; Joel Osteen's friendship w/ Bi*bi Netan*yahu; an earlier parcel bombing at the Lakewood Church that may serve as a skeleton key to understanding this false flag; Houston shooter Genesse Moreno's diagnoses of dissociation, schizophrenia, & PTSD; her schizo "antisemitic" screeds on social media; her repeated telegraphing of the attack; the possibility her M*I*L is either her programmer or else played a precipitating role in her psych breakdown by attempting to sic CPS on Moreno & steal custody of her son Samuel; the fact Moreno's husband is imprisoned over failing to register as a sex offender in FL; Genesse's apparent connections to Lakewood via her bio mother, which make her decision to target the Church all the more curious, as the primary motivation she professed online for the attack in the lead up was her desire to exact revenge on her mom-in-law, who, curiously enough, happens to be a Rabbi & whose connection to Lakewood Church is unclear... Genesse's incoherent political statements, her obsession w/ "Ham_s", & her repeated intimations that her MIL in driving her mad. All meaning her actions & self-professed rationale behind the attack appear incongruent. Her allegations that her Mom-in-Law has the F*B*I surveilling her & certain paranoiac behaviors & pathologies highly reminiscent of James Yoo (not to mention her stimmed-out writing style verging on illegible, which is also comparable). Finally, Moreno's MIL assertion her son was the victim of repeated CSA as a child. And much more. Songs: | "Jesus Paid It All" organ instrumental |  | Dr. Shantram Hawkins - "Because He Lives" Organ Solo |  | Loretta Lynn - "Just A Little Talk With Jesus" |  | TACTlacker feat. Dog Vorbis - "Pretty Thump" (Thank you PPM patron Neener for yr generous gift) |  | Demajor77 - "What Can Wash My Sins Away, Nothing But the Blood of Jesus" Organ Solo |  | Cory Henry - "The Revivalist Project" |  | Sounds for the Supermarket - "5" (1975) |  | Dolly Parton - "I'll Keep Climbing" | 

This is prob simultaneously the most deranged, idiotic,... and inspired ep that I've prod. in this last year of podcasting. Speaking of which, PPM just turned 1 yr old: pls make sure to rate & review it on Spotify in celebration & get the word out as yr able! We sure do appreciate it. To access all 2+ hours of this fire & brimstone Paranoiacostal sermon & the full index, sub to the PPM Patreon: patreon.com/ParaPowerMapping In which yr faithful ParaPower Mapper assumes an inverted Baby Billy Freeman from The Righteous Gemstones persona, donning an anti-Prosperity Gospel & anti-Z****st preacher mask, in order to deliver a lengthy sermon decrying the exploitive televangelist ministry of the Osteen dynasty & an alt history of the House of Usury known as Lakewood Church, culminating in an examination of the sus interlocks, inconsistencies, & myriad connections that shed a diabolical light on the highly publicized "shooting" that took place at said repurposed Houston Rockets arena some weeks ago.  We call upon the Holy Spirit to guide us as we humbly seek to speak in sus-olalia (not glossolalia), setting the possible contours of this false flag conspiracy alight... Fill us w/ sus tongues of Holy Fire, Lord, as we consider whether this "domestic terrorist attack" was an op to shitcoat the popular pro-Palestinian movement as antisemitic & Hamas-affiliated, providing further genocidal justification for the hasbara-artistes. We're talking: Prosperity Gospel; Charismatic Movement; televangelism; Azusa St. Revival; William J. Seymour; Charles Parham; John Osteen's conversion story & early ministry; his son Joel Osteen; Lakewood Church attack; Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship Int'l; Demos Shakarian (capitalist evangelist & Kardashian clan relative); the faith healer & fraudster William Branham, one of John Osteen's primary mentors; the Branhamite cultic tree & various sects that have branched from it; Jim Jones & the People's Temple; Colonia Dignidad & Paul Schafer; the recent spate of prob Israeli lobby-organized bomb hoaxes on college campuses; Christian Z****sm; Joel Osteen's friendship w/ Bi*bi Netan*yahu; an earlier parcel bombing at the Lakewood Church that may serve as a skeleton key to understanding this possible false flag; Houston shooter Genesse Moreno's diagnoses of dissociation, schizophrenia, & PTSD; her schizo "antisemitic" screeds on social media; her repeated telegraphing of the attack; the possibility that her M*I*L is either her programmer or else played a precipitating role in her psych breakdown by attempting to sic CPS on Moreno & steal custody of her son Samuel; the fact Moreno's husband is imprisoned over failing to register as a sex offender in FL; Genesse's apparent connections to Lakewood via her bio mother, which make her decision to target the Church all the more curious, as the primary motivations that she professed online for the attack in the lead up were her desire to exact her revenge on her mom-in-law, who, curiously enough, happens to be a Rabbi & whose connection to Lakewood Church is unclear... Not to mention Genesse's incoherent political statements, her obsession w/ "Ham_s", and her repeated intimations that her MIL in driving her mad. All meaning that her actions & her self-professed rationale behind the attack appear incongruent. Her allegations that her Mom-in-Law has the F*B*I surveilling her & certain paranoiac behaviors & pathologies that seem highly reminiscent of James Yoo (not to mention her stimulant-quickened writing style verging on the illegible, which is also comparable). Other revelations include: that Moreno's Rabbi MIL maintains her son was also the victim of repeated CSA as a child and that Moreno refers to her MIL as the source of her insanity. And much more. | TACTlacker - "Pretty Thump" (Thnx PPM patron Neener for yr generous gift) |  | Demajor77 - "What Can Wash My Sins Away..." Organ Solo |  | Cory Henry - "The Revivalist Project" | 

Gleaning from the story of William J. Seymour, Matt teaches from 1 Peter 2:4-10 and reminds us who we are and, as a result, what we do.

In this deeply moving sermon, Joe Oden addresses the pressing issues facing America today, from societal and moral challenges to the desperate need for a spiritual awakening. He delves into the history of powerful spiritual revivals, drawing inspiration from leaders like William J. Seymour and Charles Finney, who encountered the transformative presence of the Holy Spirit. Oden passionately emphasizes the need for more than articulate words; we require a divine outpouring and a genuine manifestation of the Holy Spirit. This message serves as a compelling call to anguish and a plea for revival, offering hope for the spiritual renewal of our nation. For more information, visit Calvary Assembly's website at calvaryassembly.org

In this deeply moving sermon, Joe Oden addresses the pressing issues facing America today, from societal and moral challenges to the desperate need for a spiritual awakening. He delves into the history of powerful spiritual revivals, drawing inspiration from leaders like William J. Seymour and Charles Finney, who encountered the transformative presence of the Holy Spirit. Oden passionately emphasizes the need for more than articulate words; we require a divine outpouring and a genuine manifestation of the Holy Spirit. This message serves as a compelling call to anguish and a plea for revival, offering hope for the spiritual renewal of our nation. For more information, visit Calvary Assembly's website at calvaryassembly.org

In this deeply moving sermon, Joe Oden addresses the pressing issues facing America today, from societal and moral challenges to the desperate need for a spiritual awakening. He delves into the history of powerful spiritual revivals, drawing inspiration from leaders like William J. Seymour and Charles Finney, who encountered the transformative presence of the Holy Spirit. Oden passionately emphasizes the need for more than articulate words; we require a divine outpouring and a genuine manifestation of the Holy Spirit. This message serves as a compelling call to anguish and a plea for revival, offering hope for the spiritual renewal of our nation. For more information, visit Calvary Assembly's website at calvaryassembly.org

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember one of the most overlooked and significant pastors in modern Church history: William J. Seymour. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Faith and Reason Exchange @ Apple Podcasts Faith and Reason Exchange @ 1517.org Join the 1517 Academy More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Every Pentecostal knows that William J. Seymour was the leader of the Azusa Street Mission in Los Angeles, California. The revival that happened at that mission from 1906–1909 played a central role in the history of early Pentecostalism. Even after revival fires cooled, however, Seymour continued to lead the mission until his death in 1922, and the church continued to meet until the death of his wife, Jenny Evans Moore in 1936. What lessons can Pentecostals learn from Seymour's leadership of this storied church both during and after the revival? That's the question I ask Prof. Mel Robeck in this episode of the Influence Podcast. I'm George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. Mel Robeck is senior professor of Church History and Ecumenics at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California, and an ordained Assemblies of God minister. A leading historian of early Pentecostalism, Robeck is author of The Azusa Street Mission and Revival. ----- This episode of the Influence podcast is brought to you by My Healthy Church, distributors of Reclaim His Promises: A Nehemiah Study Journal. Lots of women feel like they don't have enough time or knowledge to study the Bible effectively. That's why this study is designed to make it simple for everyone to engage with God's Word. Reclaim His Promises helps you unpack and apply the life-impacting truths found in the story of Nehemiah through engaging Scripture readings and guided journaling. Visit MyHealthyChurch.com/Reclaim for a free chapter.

Encouragement From The Life of William J. Seymour

Check out Play Store Books, "Williiam J. Seymour: Pioneer of the Apostolic Movement." ☆☆☆"He is the meekest man I ever met. He walks and talks with God. His power is in his weakness. He seems to maintain a helpless dependence on God and is simple-hearted as a little child, and at the same time is so filled with God that you feel the love and power every time you get near him. Here are just some of the descriptions from Azusa Street Revival participant William Durham of William J. Seymour who proved to be an effective leader, writer, teacher, and revivalist. His impact continues to be felt around the world today."☆☆☆(end of repost). For Educational Purposes and inspirational materials. The Artists, Authors, Creators and Producers own their music/songs, book and content.

In this week's episode, Evangelist Chance Walters continues the summer series on The Father's of our Faith which a look at the life of William J. Seymour: A Holiness Preacher...

De Azusa Street Revival is een zogenoemde opwekking binnen het christendom, die van 1906 tot 1909 plaatsvond en die algemeen gezien wordt als het begin van de moderne pinksterbeweging. De opwekking dankt zijn naam aan het gegeven dat deze plaatsvond in een Methodistische kerk die gelegen was aan 312 Azusa Street in Los Angeles, Californië. De Afro-Amerikaanse prediker William J. Seymour wilde het christelijk geloof vormgeven naar het voorbeeld van het boek Handelingen van de Apostelen uit het Nieuwe Testament. Hij liet zich daarbij nadrukkelijk leiden door het werk van Charles Parham en de zogeheten Heiligingsbeweging. Seymour leerde dat wanneer men ging leven naar het voorbeeld van de eerste christenen, iemand de doop met de Heilige Geest kon verwachten, die gepaard ging met glossolalie (dat hij aanduidde als spreken in tongen).

Join Pastor Gene Bailey as he revisits the Azusa Street Revival and shares the eyewitness accounts by two member who were present at the time of the interview they were in there seventies however at the time they were at the meeting they were just children. 02-19 This was a historic event that took place in Los Angeles, California in the United States. The prayer meeting was led by William J. Seymour, an African-American preacher. The revival began on April 9, 1906 and continued for about 9 years until 1915. On the night of April 9, 1906, Seymour and seven men were waiting on God on Bonnie Brae Street, "when suddenly, as though hit by a bolt of lightning, they were knocked from their chairs to the floor," and the other seven men began to speak in tongues and shout out loud praising God. The news quickly spread; the city was stirred; crowds gathered; and a few days later Seymour himself received the Holy Spirit; services were moved outside to accommodate the crowds who came from all around; people fell down under the power of God as they approached; people were baptized in the Holy Spirit and the sick were healed and sinners received salvation. To further accommodate the crowds, an old dilapidated, two-story frame building at which was located at 312 Azusa Street in the industrial section of the city was secured. This building, originally built for an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, had more recently been used as a livery stable, storage building and tenement house. In this humble Azusa Street mission, a continuous three-year revival occurred and became known around the world. Stanley H. Frodsham, in his book, With Signs Following, quotes an eye-witness description of the scene: The revival was characterized by spiritual experiences accompanied with testimonies of physical healing miracles,[3] worship services, and speaking in tongues. The participants were criticized by some secular media and Christian theologians for behaviors considered to be outrageous and unorthodox, especially at the time. Today, the revival is considered by historians to be the primary catalyst for the spread of Pentecostalism in the 20th century.

Join Pastor Gene Bailey as he revisits the Azusa Street Revival and shares the eyewitness accounts by two member who were present at the time of the interview they were in there seventies however at the time they were at the meeting they were just children. 02-19 This was a historic event that took place in Los Angeles, California in the United States. The prayer meeting was led by William J. Seymour, an African-American preacher. The revival began on April 9, 1906 and continued for about 9 years until 1915. On the night of April 9, 1906, Seymour and seven men were waiting on God on Bonnie Brae Street, "when suddenly, as though hit by a bolt of lightning, they were knocked from their chairs to the floor," and the other seven men began to speak in tongues and shout out loud praising God. The news quickly spread; the city was stirred; crowds gathered; and a few days later Seymour himself received the Holy Spirit; services were moved outside to accommodate the crowds who came from all around; people fell down under the power of God as they approached; people were baptized in the Holy Spirit and the sick were healed and sinners received salvation. To further accommodate the crowds, an old dilapidated, two-story frame building at which was located at 312 Azusa Street in the industrial section of the city was secured. This building, originally built for an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, had more recently been used as a livery stable, storage building and tenement house. In this humble Azusa Street mission, a continuous three-year revival occurred and became known around the world. Stanley H. Frodsham, in his book, With Signs Following, quotes an eye-witness description of the scene: The revival was characterized by spiritual experiences accompanied with testimonies of physical healing miracles,[3] worship services, and speaking in tongues. The participants were criticized by some secular media and Christian theologians for behaviors considered to be outrageous and unorthodox, especially at the time. Today, the revival is considered by historians to be the primary catalyst for the spread of Pentecostalism in the 20th century.

Join Pastor Gene Bailey as he revisits the Azusa Street Revival and shares the eyewitness accounts by two member who were present at the time of the interview they were in there seventies however at the time they were at the meeting they were just children. 02-19 This was a historic event that took place in Los Angeles, California in the United States. The prayer meeting was led by William J. Seymour, an African-American preacher. The revival began on April 9, 1906 and continued for about 9 years until 1915. On the night of April 9, 1906, Seymour and seven men were waiting on God on Bonnie Brae Street, "when suddenly, as though hit by a bolt of lightning, they were knocked from their chairs to the floor," and the other seven men began to speak in tongues and shout out loud praising God. The news quickly spread; the city was stirred; crowds gathered; and a few days later Seymour himself received the Holy Spirit; services were moved outside to accommodate the crowds who came from all around; people fell down under the power of God as they approached; people were baptized in the Holy Spirit and the sick were healed and sinners received salvation. To further accommodate the crowds, an old dilapidated, two-story frame building at which was located at 312 Azusa Street in the industrial section of the city was secured. This building, originally built for an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, had more recently been used as a livery stable, storage building and tenement house. In this humble Azusa Street mission, a continuous three-year revival occurred and became known around the world. Stanley H. Frodsham, in his book, With Signs Following, quotes an eye-witness description of the scene: The revival was characterized by spiritual experiences accompanied with testimonies of physical healing miracles,[3] worship services, and speaking in tongues. The participants were criticized by some secular media and Christian theologians for behaviors considered to be outrageous and unorthodox, especially at the time. Today, the revival is considered by historians to be the primary catalyst for the spread of Pentecostalism in the 20th century.

The flames of revival don't get any hotter than 312 Azusa St. of 1906-1909 led by William J. Seymour also known as the “Catalyst of Pentecost.” Today 312 Azusa St. is known as the “Cradle of Worldwide Pentecost” as 700-800 million believers trace their spiritual roots back to the Azusa St. Revival. Apostle Fred and Wilma Berry have been commissioned since 2006 as the spiritual gatekeepers and overseers of the location of this great revival well. In 2006 they reopened the Azusa St. Mission to carry the flames of Azusa to the next generation, throughout the nations of the earth. In this podcast Dr. Caleb Cooper interviews Apostle Fred Berry from 312 Azusa St. as well as discusses the William J. Seymour award that was given at Azusafest 2021 to Sean Feucht from “Let Us Worship.” Be sure to visit calebcooperministries.com for my audio sermon series and more. You can find transformational books at audio sermon series https://calebcooperbooks.com. Books also available at amazon.com

On April 9, 2021, was the 115th anniversary of the Azusa Street Revival. Listen as host Stephen Strang with guests Jeff Struss and Myles Rutherford talk about this event and Bonnie Brae House where it all began led by William J. Seymour. Read more on Charisma News: Azusa Street Mission Celebrates Revival Roots That Reach to the Ends of the Earth — Charisma News

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In 1906, at 312 Azusa Street in Los Angelos, California an African-American preacher named William J. Seymour led the Azusa Street Revival. Thousands of people came seeking the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and from Azusa Street Pentecostalism and speaking in tongues spread around the world.

An exploration of the life of a great general of the gospel in time past, with the intention of learning from his lifestyle to benefit of our Christian growth.

The Azusa Street Revival was one of the most powerful and far reaching revivals in church history. It was full of weird and intense miracles, power of the Holy Spirit, and manifestations few have ever seen. However it was short lived and full of controversy and mistakes. This podcast dives deep into why the revival started, and why it collapsed. Sources: William J. Seymour Pioneer of the Azusa Street Revival by Vinson Synan and Charles R. Fox Jr. True Stories of the Miracles of Azusa Street and Beyond by Tommy Welchel Wikipedia https://www.apostolic.edu/speaking-in-tongues-throughout-history/ Azusa Street Timeline: https://312azusa.com/timeline-js-test/ Music: http://www.gutenberg.org/files/10277/10277-m/10277-m-001.mp3 Copyright: Public domain in the USA. Recorded 1916 If you would like to support this podcast, you can donate in one of the following ways: Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/alancrookham CashApp: Acrookham Venmo: @Alan-Crookham Facebook page: Revival Carriers Podcast Email us at: revivalcarrierspodcast@gmail.com

Charles Fox returns to The Shaun Tabatt Show for a discussion of the life of William J. Seymour and an exploration of how the unity between races experienced during the Azusa Street Revival was a prescriptive outpouring meant to show us what is possible under the influence of the Holy Spirit. In fact, it's exactly what God wants to pour out once again to bring healing and break the spirit of racism and hatred all across America today!   Get Charles' book William J. Seymour: Pioneer of the Azusa Street Revival.   For additional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/487.   The Shaun Tabatt Show is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

“Make Room for God” – “The story of William J. Seymour – Azusa Street Revival” – He did not have a bitter soul. – What are the thing that can crowd God out of you mind? – He got this approval for God not others. – 1906 Azusa Street Revival – Give God room in your heart and He will respond. – You must make time to pray. - If we will, He will 2 Chronicles 7-14

Sorry Not Sorry is a podcast where we unapologetically talk about Christianity and culture from a pentecostal perspective. In this episode Dr. Jerry Ireland and Professor Dom Garcia begin the conversation about the baptism in the Holy Spirit. Want to see the guys in the studio? You can watch the video podcast on youtube at http://bit.ly/SorryNotSorryPodcast. If you have an idea for a potential topic feel free to email us at podcastsorrynotsorry@gmail.com. Definitions Cessationism is a Protestant doctrine that spiritual gifts such as speaking in tongues, prophecy and healing ceased with the Apostolic Age. It was initially developed by reformers such as John Calvin. Charismatics are defined as Christians who share with Pentecostals an emphasis on the gifts of the Spirit but who remain a part of a mainline church. The Azusa Street Revival was a historic revival meeting that took place in Los Angeles, California. It was led by William J. Seymour, an African American preacher. It began with a meeting on April 9, 1906, and continued until roughly 1915. Heretic is a professed believer who maintains religious opinions contrary to those accepted by his or her church or rejects doctrines prescribed by that church. 16 Fundamental Truths (7. The Baptism in the Holy Spirit) All believers are entitled to and should ardently expect and earnestly seek the promise of the Father, the baptism in the Holy Spirit and fire, according to the command of our Lord Jesus Christ. This was the normal experience of all in the early Christian Church. With it comes the enduement of power for life and service, the bestowment of the gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry. Soteriology the doctrine of salvation. Missiology is the area of practical theology that investigates the mandate, message, and mission of the Christian church, especially the nature of missionary work. Pneumatology refers to a particular discipline within Christian theology that focuses on the study of the Holy Spirit.

In part 2 of our focus on the life of William J. Seymour, Jordan McCloud and Justin finish William’s story by reflecting on how William handled difficult situations. The short answer: with humility and a heart to glorify God. Jordan and Justin reflect on how lessons from Seymour’s life are applicable today, both in the Church and in greater society. A big theme that emerges in this episode is the Christlike way of responding to racism, bitterness and oppression. In all things, Seymour seemed to respond with humility and love out of reverence for Christ. Likewise, Seymour responded to injustices done to him from friends and even his mentor, with humility and love. He never stopped advocating for truth but seemed to take seriously that “our struggle is not against flesh and blood.” If you haven’t listened to part 1 in our series, check it out for a lot more of the details of this man’s story. HIGHLIGHTS Justin shared about how on the day Billy Graham died, God called Justin away from being political in the same way Billy abstained from politics. Jordan shared about the temptation to be bitter at one's cultural enemies in the same way Jonah was. The guys talked about the implications of Jesus' Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:20-49) in today's divisive world.

Though William J. Seymour was about as culturally disenfranchised as an American could be at the dawn of the 20th century, and though the time of influence was relatively short, he had the distinct honor to be the central figure in one of the largest movements in the last hundred years. The son of ex-African American slaves, we don’t know as much about the details of Seymour’s life as we’d like, but we do know that he grew up very poor. He also resided in the South during his formative years when the Klu Klux Klan was terrorizing Black families and circumstances weren’t generally favorable for those of African descent living in this area of the country. In his 20’s he bounced around Northern states working various jobs and being heavily influenced by various holiness churches. He also contracted Small Pox by this point of his life, and while his life was spared, he was left blind in one eye and with a partially disfigured face. At some point he was drawn to Texas and was able to attend Charles Parham’s 10-week Bible course. Though, it must be said that because of Texan segregation laws, he wasn’t actually able to sit in the class room or be a formal student. He took advantage of a legalist loophole where Parham allowed him to sit in the hallway to listen in to his teachings. It seems that Parham loved Black Americans but later also demonstrated racist tendencies which ultimately hurt Seymour. For the time being, however, Seymour learned from this Holiness teacher’s theology and, with only completing 5 weeks of the course, took off for Los Angeles where he felt called to pastor a small house church. Parham had a conviction that the “Baptism of the Holy Spirit” that Jesus spoke of was something that would only be demonstrated by speaking in tongues. It was at one of his schools in 1901 that students began to speak in tongues en masse and so, in 1906, when Seymour took over pastoral duties at the small Los Angeles church, he began to preach that every Christian should desire the gift of tongues (known as glossolalia), as it would be evidence of the gift of being immersed in God’s Spirit. This theological position wasn’t received by all but a small band from the church rallied around Seymour and, after moving their reduced meetings to the home of one of the couples, the group began to experience the gift of tongues. This of course blossomed into the Azusa Revival which later gave birth to the global phenomenon known as the Pentecostal movement and its mainstream offshoot, the Charismatic movement. There is much to tell about this revival and its legacy, both arguably for the better and for the worse, but in this episode, Justin is joined by Jordan McCloud as they discuss not only the details of Seymour’s life but also the implications of both Seymour’s hallmark humility as well as his Christlike approach to race in the midst of one of the greatest eras of racial discord in U.S. history. Truly, the Azusa Revival is known by the famous line written by its primary documenter, Frank Bartleman: “The color line was washed away in the Blood [of Christ].” Listen along as Jordan and Justin discuss the life of William J. Seymour and the ways they see that his walk with God could inspire salt, light and peace in today’s world. HIGHLIGHTS Seymour grew out a beard to cover his facial disfiguration. His family only owned two pieces of furniture. The revival was marked by black, white, hispanic and other ethnicities all communing and leading together. The quote referenced in the title was from influential Pentecostal forerunner, William H. Durham. The full quote about Seymour is as follows: "He is the meekest man I ever met. He walks and talks with God. His power is in his weakness. He seems to maintain a helpless dependence on God and is simple-hearted as a little child, and at the same time is so filled with God that you feel the love and power every time you get near him."

MY LIGHT Romans 13:12 - “The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light.”Ephesians 5:8-148For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9(for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10and find out what pleases the Lord. 11Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. 12It is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret.13But everything exposed by the light becomes visible—and everything that is illuminated becomes a light. 14This is why it is said: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”Awakening Lyrics:“As night surrenders to morning, Mercy wash over me. As I sit in the sun with the one who spoke it to be. I am waking up to His love.I am waking up to His peace. I am waking up to His faithfulness to me”MY SIGHT Psalm 119:18“Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.”Ephesians. 1:18“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you.”Acts 26:18 “to open their eyes, so they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God.” Revelation 3:18”I advise you to buy from Me gold refined by fire, that you may become rich, and white garments, that you may clothe yourself, and that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and eye salve to anoint your eyes, that you may see.”(Understand Shame? Naked Dream Wake Up.King no Clothes)MY MOVEThe Great Awakening, 1734-43.Jonathan Edwards & George WhitfieldThe Revivals of 1905-1906. Welsh Revivals Spread, Billy SundayThe Second Great Awakening, 1800-1840.James McGready & Charles FinneyThe Azusa Street Revival, 1906. William J. Seymour, Started Pentecostal Movement & later Charismatic Movement.The Businessmen’s Prayer Revival of 1857-1858.Jeremiah LanphierThe Post-World War II Awakening.Billy Graham, Bill Bright, The Christian Businessmen’s Committee, College RevivalsThe Civil War Revival, 1861-1865. Estimated 300,000 soldiers converted North & SouthThe Charismatic Renewal, 1960s & 70s Jesus Movement. Charismatic Renewal, college campuses, Catholics, Main Denoms.The Urban Revivals, 1875-1885. Dwight L. MoodyThe Mid-1990s Revivals. The Toronto Blessing, Modesto Revival, Brownsville Revival, The Promise Keepers Revival, Henry Blackaby Experiencing God Howard Payne University Acts 3:19-21“Repent therefore… that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord.”Revelation 3:15-16 “‘I know your works: you are neither cold nor hot. Would that you were either cold or hot! So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth.

Learn about the Azusa Street Revival, the attacks on the revival and Seymour's leadership, and how his humility and wrought iron will enabled him to persevere in following the Holy Spirit's leading.

*Recorded Live* William J. Seymour, the son of emancipated slaves, was used by God as a catalyst for the Pentecostal movement in the US. Learn about his early years, including how his attitude of love and his power in prayer convinced people that he was bringing a message from God.

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This week, Gillespie and Riley dig into a sermon by William Seymour, who was a key figure in the Asuza Street Revival outpouring. In particular, they zero in on baptism, the means of the Spirit, and why Christian preaching is a matter of death and new life. Our Text: William Seymour, Receive ye the Holy Ghost Show Notes:  William J. Seymour Azusa Street Revival William Seymour and the History of the Azusa Street Outpouring Joachim of Fiore Body is a Cage - Arcade Fire Parabol/Parabola - Tool Glory (1989) — Questions? Comments? Show Ideas? Send them to us at BannedBooks@1517legacy.com. Please subscribe, rate, and review the show in Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/banned-books-podcast/id1370993639?mt=2. We’re proud to be part of 1517 Podcasts, a network of shows dedicated to delivering Christ-centered content through weekly, monthly, and seasonal audio platforms. Our podcasts cover a multitude of content, from Christian doctrine, apologetics, cultural engagement, and powerful preaching. Find out more at 1517. And as always, don't forget Gillespie's coffee for your caffeinated needs and especially the 1517 Reformation Roast

Hello history lovers and welcome to rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making it.   Habari gani,   I’m Robin the host and in-house historian at rememberinghistory.com and I’m so glad that you’ve come back for this great and groundbreaking show. We’ve been doing something a bit different from our usual podcast show when we talk about different issues affecting the African American community, and discuss the great contributions of African Americans to their communities, the country and world. Today we are celebrating the last and final day of Kwanzaa. Wow, what an experience but it’s coming to an end. And we will focus on an issue that is deeply rooted in African and African American culture: faith (or as we say in Swahili: Imani).   I’ll begin—as usual--by bidding you the traditional greeting of Kwanzaa in the Swahili language: Habari gani! If you’re just joining us, you’re very glad to have you with us and I would strongly urge you to listen to the 7 previous podcasts that introduce Kwanzaa and explain each of the days of Kwanzaa.   We learned yesterday that Kuumba or creativity is linked to finding and living your purpose (called Nia). They are both founded on knowing your historical and cultural identity. Your creativity is YOUR unique way of making the world into a better place; a place that is more beautiful, more beneficial and more productive than when you were born. If you have any questions, please contact us at rememberinghistory.com website or the Wiki History Podcast page on Facebook. Stay with us today—everyone is welcome around the Kwanzaa mat (the mkeka)—but please take time to listen to the previous shows.   Let’s prepare ourselves to begin to Kwanzaa celebration for the seventh and final day. Take a deep cleansing breath before the celebration begins or find another way to quiet and focus your thoughts and energy. Perhaps you want to stand and do a few stretching movements. Just take a moment to get centered and ready to begin the celebration. Remember Kwanzaa IS a celebration but please also show respect for this solemn ritual.   Day 7: Imani (faith)   Habari gani! Your response: Imani!   One more time: Habari gani! Imani!   Now please give me the Swahili greeting. (pause) Imani!   The 7th day of Kwanzaa falls on January 1st. That’s right on New Year’s Day.   The last day of Kwanzaa...the first day of the New Year...has been a time of serious appraisal for African people. Also known as the "Day of Meditation" or "Day of Assessment," it is a period of self-reflection related to things done and things yet to be done. Following in this tradition, it is a time to ask yourself AGAIN the following three questions that we started with on Day 1: "Who am I?" - "Am I really who I say I am" - "Am I all I ought to be?" In addition, this is also a day when many Kwanzaa participants choose to pay particular homage to the ancestors...those of the community as well as those of the family.   This seventh day of Kwanzaa is Imani! Again, it means faith. What does faith mean in the context of Kwanzaa?   Dr. Karenga thought of Imani as believing in ourselves, our people, our parents and teachers, our leaders and the righteousnessness and victory of our struggle. It also stresses the importance of our vision for a better community and for a better world.   In the context of African spirituality, faith begins with a belief in the Creator (God) and in the positivity of the creation. Recognizing that all African spiritual traditions believe that we are formed in the image of the Creator, we are capable of self-mastery and development in the context of positive support, the ability to self-correct, care for and be responsible for each other. This allows us to also believe in our ability to create a just and good society. Faith in ourselves is essential.       We must also believe in the value and validity of our struggle for liberation, equality and justice and for a higher level of living. Many people link this to the belief in our capacity to carry out our role in history with dignity. This role is to start a new path and history for other oppressed people and establish a new paradigm for humanity.   This faith gives us the strength to invent, innovate and reach inside ourselves to find our true selves. We must not imitate others, particularly people who do not have our best interests at heart. We have the strength to struggle and ultimately prevail.   In the final analysis, we must have faith in ourselves and the people who support us. With love and understanding, we can step back onto the stage of human history as a free, proud and productive people.   Faith in our Creator (for many African Americans, this would be Jesus Christ) is well-established in the African American community. From the Negro spirituals, AME church, the Church of God in Christ and numerous other churches, faith is our source of strength and our ability to endure and overcome any hardship. And most of our popular leaders have usually emerged from the church. However, it is also been a source of “enslavement” by limiting our options and requiring that we endure and suffer through what should never be endured or suffered. Still, faith in our Creator will undoubtedly remain strong in the African American community as it is rooted in African spiritual traditions.   In modern times, many African Americans are linking their spiritual faith with their cultural heritage. The celebration of Kwanzaa has been the result. And this has enhanced our historical and cultural identity as well as our political expertise and strength. Dr. Martin Luther King, Malcolm X (later el-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz), Minister Louis Farrakhan, Reverend Al Sharpton, Reverend Jesse Jackson are modern leaders rooted in faith-based activism. Other leaders who came before them were Bishop Richard Allen who was born into slavery, later purchased his freedom and founded the AME church. Then there was Bishop William J. Seymour who founded the modern Pentacostal church and preached a radical Christianity. I can never forget James Cone who dedicated his life to confronting racism in the United States through his experiences in ministry, education, and authorship. He published the landmark book, A Black Theology of Liberation. Finally, Alexander Crummell was an American scholar, an Episcopalian minister, and founder of the American Negro Academy, which was the first major learned society for African Americans. Alexander Crummel was also an early advocate of African-American self-help and self achievement. There have been many others. And they walked the line between spirituality and progressive politics.   Let’s end here but I want to mention—again—the landmark book by James Cone called Black Theology of Liberation. This is a great book for anyone who thinks that they must choose between spirituality and racial progress. He also wrote God of the Oppressed and Black Theology & Black Power. All were perspective changing books for anyone stuck in the belief that it’s all about the struggle or that we as a people must wait for our “pie in the sky.”   Now let’s prepare to light the Kwanzaa candles:   First, the Black candle (in the middle) is lit. Red candle to the far left is lit Green candle to the far right is lit Then another red candle farthest to the left is lit. Then another green candle farthest to the right is lit. Then final red candle is lit. Last of all will be the green candle.   Take a moment to enjoy the beautifully illuminated candleholder (the kinara). Let’s enjoy the beauty of all seven candles on the kinara.   Now let’s read a story about the concept of Imani, the concept of faith. This final story will be read by my husband, Jonas.   Damon and Pythias (While not an African Folktale, has always been one of my favorite stories and it demonstrates the principle very well.) There was once a king who was thought of as a tyrant. His people hated him. He really wasn't such a bad person, but he had very bad advisors and they did cruel things in his name. They made him believe that he couldn't trust the people. So since he never listened to the people, he never found out what his advisors were doing. Whether he was a bad person or not, he was a bad king. In the town near the king's castle, there was a group of rebels. They decided that the only way to change things was to get rid of this king. They though that if they killed the king, his death would be a warning to the next king. So they held a meeting to see who would volunteer to assassinate the king. Among these rebels was a young man named Pythias. He said that he would volunteer, but that he had to wait for two days, just until his sister was married. Their father was dead and he was the only one who could perform the ceremony so that she could be properly married. They told him that they couldn't wait for two days, because the king was going to be out of the castle that following day on a hunting trip and it would be the only chance to get to him. So finally, Pythias agreed to do it. He was hiding in the forest the next morning with bow and arrow ready, but someone saw him and warned the king before he got a chance to shoot. Pythias was captured and brought before the king. The king's advisor suggested that they bring Pythias to the town center and execute him in front of everybody as an example of what would happen to rebels. Pythias did not regret what he had done. And he accepted his fate, but he pleaded with the king to give him one day to take care of his family business and see his sister properly married. The king laughed and said, "I will let you go if someone else is willing to take your place and die in your place if you fail to return." Now Pythias had a best friend named Damon. Even though Damon was not a rebel, he was a true friend to Pythias. There was nothing they wouldn't do for each other. So Pythias called out to the crowd and asked for someone to find Damon. When Damon was brought there, the king asked if he was willing to take Pythias' place on the gallows until he returned. Much to the amazement of the king, Damon agreed. The king couldn't believe his ears. But since he had made a promise, he had to keep his word. Pythias was released and Damon was chained in his place. Pythias rode as fast as he could, gathered his family together and performed the wedding ceremony. He took care of all his business and was heading back to the town center, when his horse fell and broke its leg. Pythias still had miles to go and he was on foot. Meanwhile, the king, who never believed that Pythias would come back, was telling Damon what a fool he was. "I have never seen anyone so foolish in all my life!" the king said, "He won't come back." "You have never seen true friendship." Damon answered. The king was sure that no man would voluntarily come back to his own execution. But Damon was equally sure that his friend would not leave him to die. Pythias had until midday to return. If he was not back by then, Damon would be killed. Pythias was running until he could hardly breathe, but he didn't slow down. Finally, he saw a man riding by and begged him for a ride. "Please!" he pleaded, "I must return to the town center or my best friend will be executed in my place." Pythias quickly told the man his story and the answered, "It is quite a story you tell. I would never forgive myself if I didn't see it through to the end." Pythias jumped onto the back of the man's horse and they raced to the town center just as the rope was being put around Damon's neck. "Wait!" shouted Pythias, "I am here!" The king was shocked! "I told you he would return." said Damon proudly. "In all my life I have never seen such friendship," said the king, "And now that I have seen it, I could never destroy it. I will let Pythias go free on the condition that you accept me as a friend as well." Damon and Pythias and the king became the best of friends. And with true friends at his side, the king began to see what bad advice he had been taking all those years. He sent away his former advisors and with the advice of Damon and Pythias, he became a just and fair king. If you like, you can discuss this story and what it meant to you. No pressure or demands. This is a time of sharing for those who wish to share. And a time of listening for those who prefer to listen. Now let’s fill and pass the unity cup (kikomba cha umoja). Everyone take a sip. Since this is the final day of Kwanzaa, so we will change from our previous days. At this time, we will stand and hold hands and say:   Harambee! Seven times-- one time for each day of the Kwanzaa ceremony.   Harambee means “let’s pull together!” in Swahili.   Ready?   Harambee! Harambee! Harambee! Harambee! Harambee! Harambee! Harambee!   Now let’s blow out all the candles.   This concludes the celebration of Kwanzaa.     Just a final note, Kwanzaa (or the principles of Kwanzaa) can be celebrated throughout the year, not only in December. Although it is connected with the harvest, it can be recognized every day. That’s actually a good idea; you can focus on one principle each day and how you can incorporate it into your life and pass it on to other people in your life.   Let’s just repeat them now:   Umoja (unity) Kujichagulia (self determination) Ujima (collective work and responsibility) Ujamaa (cooperative economics) Nia (purpose) Kuumba (creativity) Imani (faith)   Congratulations on completing Kwanzaa. And a special thanks to Eshu for his fantastic Kwanzaa stories that you can find at www.folktales.net. And a special thanks to my dear husband Jonas and amazing son for reading some of the Kwanzaa stories on this podcast show.   Let’s come to a close now.   Thanks so much for joining us at rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history AND we’re making it. Every day. Bye for now. Harambee!!                    

In Divine Cinema’s first outing with an actual good movie, Jeff, Dylan, and Adam have a lively debate about the main character, Sonny, in the 1997 Robert Duvall film, The Apostle.  This episode becomes a character study of sorts as our hosts offer up their thoughts on the motivations of the films main protagonist… or antagonist?   Film Facts about The Apostle, 1997 (00:01:18) Review of The Apostle, 1997 (00:04:25) Ratings and Redeemed Perspectives (01:09:38)   PLOT SUMMARY Sonny is a passionate, southern Pentecostal preacher whose seemingly perfect life is upended when he discovers that his wife is having an affair.  This leads to Sonny’s intensity getting the better of him and he violently attacks his wife’s lover with a baseball bat, killing him.  Sonny flees to Louisiana.  But instead of laying low he secures several odd jobs to help found a new church.  However his past eventually comes back to him and he is forced to face the consequences of this actions. RELEVANT LINKS Robert Selden Duvall (Actor, played Sonny) DPTV - Profile on Cinematographer Barry Markowitz, ASC (Video) Hollywood Cinematographer Barry Markowitz Discusses Capturing the Soul of the South on Film (Article) Sling Blade (1996 Film - Amazon Affiliate Link) Billy Bob Thornton (Actor) The Pentecostal Church in America (Article) Pentecostalism (Wiki) Azusa Street Revival (Wiki) Charles Fox Parham (American Preacher and Evangelist) William J. Seymour (American Preacher and Evangelist) Holiness Movement (Wiki) Assemblies of God (Christian Pentecostal Denomination) Church of God in Christ (Christian Pentecostal Denomination) June Carter Cash (Actor, played Sonny’s mom) Farrah Fawcett (Actor, played Sonny’s Wife) Walton Goggins (Actor, played Sonny’s disciple)   YOUR SUPPORT Thank you for listening to Divine Cinema.  If you appreciate the show please consider sharing your appreciation by rating, reviewing and/or subscribing to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher or on whatever platform you’re listening. You can also help support the show financially by going to DivineCinema.net/Amazon to do your Amazon shopping. This will cost you nothing, but Amazon will give a portion of the proceeds to the show.   OUR NEXT MOVIE Simon Birch will be our next film.  If you would like to watch the movie before our next episode check out JustWatch.com on where to find it.   WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS? Let us know what you think about the show and/or suggest a movie you’d like us to review in the future. Any and all feedback is welcome. Contact us through the following links... Email Us at feedback@divinecinema.net Follow Us on Twitter Like Us on Facebook Listen & Subscribe to Us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Android, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spreaker and SoundCloud Speak to Us on our Feedback Page See Us on Instagram Support Us on Amazon Love Us? This post may contain affiliate links.  Divine Cinema is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com