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Revival Conversations with Dr. Richard Brink (Ep. 28)


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Episode 28: "Revival Conversations with Dr. Richard Brink"

Join Dr. Randy Turpin for an engaging conversation with revival historian Dr. Richard Brink, founder and president of Eastgate Revival Ministries and author of "Now Is the Time: Seven Signs of the Emerging Great Awakening." With nearly 30 years of friendship and shared experiences in historic revival movements, Randy and Rich dive deep into the heart of spiritual awakening.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • The true definition of revival versus awakening and why the distinction matters
  • Personal testimonies from the Toronto Revival and Brownsville Revival that shaped both ministers
  • The incredible family legacy of Pentecostal pioneers from Tennessee to Maine
  • How revival starts with burden and concern for spiritual conditions
  • The importance of balancing Word and Spirit in authentic moves of God
  • Why the Northeast corridor needs spiritual transformation despite its wealth and education
  • Historic accounts of Methodist circuit riders, including four Native American revivalists

Dr. Brink shares his transformative experience in Northampton, Massachusetts—the epicenter of America's First Great Awakening—and how it ignited a 40-year passion for revival research and ministry. From Azusa Street to modern-day prayer conferences, this conversation bridges centuries of God's movement with practical insights for today's church.

This is Part 1 of a multi-part series with Dr. Brink—don't miss the continuation of this powerful conversation in upcoming episodes.

Additional Resources:

  • Dr. Richard Brink's book: Now Is the Time: Seven Signs of the Emerging Great Awakening
  • Dr. Brink's website: Eastgate Revival Ministries: https://eastgaterevival.org/
  • Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
  • Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
  • Email questions and feedback to [email protected].
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