In Acts 1, we discover a powerful lesson about waiting on God's timing and the importance of spiritual preparation. The disciples, eager to begin their mission, are instructed by Jesus to wait for the Holy Spirit. This waiting isn't passive; it's a time of active preparation through prayer and unity. We're reminded that God's timetable often differs from our own, and that true spiritual power comes not from our efforts, but from the Holy Spirit. This passage challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we rushing ahead in our own strength, or are we patiently seeking God's empowerment? The disciples' obedience in waiting and praying sets the stage for the incredible outpouring at Pentecost, showing us that revival often begins with humble, expectant prayer. As we face our own seasons of waiting, we're encouraged to use this time to align our hearts with God's will, trusting that He is preparing us for something greater than we can imagine.

Donny & Dave interview Master Mark McKeehan about how God has been moving all throughout the Kingdom, his ministry at Grace Fellowship International, and looking ahead to preparing for the Renew Conference. Mark McKeehan is (potentially) our Sunday morning speaker, closing out the Renew Conference.

Prayer Guide:

“We have not ceased to pray for you…”

→ I lift up others in prayer today. Help me be faithful in intercession.

“To be filled with the knowledge of His will…”

→ Lord, show me Your will. Help me live with clarity and conviction.

“In all spiritual wisdom and understanding…”

→ Give me insight from the Spirit, not just from experience.

“So as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord…”

→ Help me live a life that reflects who You are.

“Bearing fruit in every good work…”

→ May my life make a difference... not for my name, but Yours.

“Being strengthened with all power…”

→ I need Your strength today. Sustain me through joy and trial.

“Giving thanks to the Father…”

→ Thank You, God, for qualifying me... not because I earned it, but because You love me.

In the second of five episodes centered on powerful passages of scripture, we look at Joel 2. Judah is ravished with locusts, famine has spread, the economy is destroyed, hope is lost... or is it? God calls His people to return to Him, not by offering sacrifices, but by offering their hearts. His call for repentance is an invitation to restoration, and He's doing the same amongst us now. If you've ever been through times of hardship, seasons of exhaustion, or chapters of shame, this episode is for you.

We're challenged to examine the condition of our spiritual soil. Drawing from Hosea 10:12, we're reminded that revival and renewal don't just happen - they require intentional preparation. Just as a farmer must break up hard ground before planting, we too must allow God to break up the fallow areas of our hearts. The imagery of sowing righteousness and reaping steadfast love beautifully illustrates how our actions and choices directly impact our spiritual harvest. This isn't about perfection, but about repentance and obedience. Are we planting seeds of compromise, or seeds of righteousness? The urgency of seeking God now, not later, rings clear. It's a call to break free from spiritual complacency and actively pursue a deeper relationship with Him. As we reflect on this, let's consider: What areas of our lives need God's plow? Are we truly seeking Him with the same fervor we seek other things?

Donny and Dave interview friend, pastor, and brother-in-Christ Tony Buchanan about his journey battling cancer, staying strong in ministry, focusing on his family, and being "hidden in Christ". He is our Friday night speaker at the RENEW Conference (September 24th-28th).

Dave interviews TJ Earl (Youth & Young Adult Pastor) and Jacob Dunsmore (Youth Worship Leader) about how God has been moving in their lives, how they are looking forward to RENEW Conference (Sept. 24th-28th) and how God is moving in Youth & Young Adults.

Prayer Guide:

“That your love may abound more and more…”

→ Lord, grow my love. Don’t let it stay safe... let it overflow.

“With knowledge and all discernment…”

→ Give me love that knows how to act wisely and speak truth with grace.

“So that you may approve what is excellent…”

→ Help me desire what is best, not just what is easy.

“And so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ…”

→ Make me ready for Your return... with a clean heart and clear eyes.

“Filled with the fruit of righteousness…”

→ Let my life produce the kind of fruit that pleases You.

“To the glory and praise of God.”

→ Let all of this... my love, my life, my growth... point back to You.

Dave & Donny interview friend, brother in ministry, and conference speaker Jonathan Akin about how God is moving on the campus at Carson-Newman, in this generation, and looking ahead to the Renew Conference!

Donny and Dave share how they feel about the different seasons and the fertilization of soil for surrender.