What the Early Church Really Believed About the End TimesIn this episode of Spirit & Truth, Pastor Lee Cummings sits down with Dr. Michael J. Svigel — theologian, professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, and author of The Fathers on the Future: A 2nd-Century Eschatology for the 21st-Century Church.

Together, they unpack what the early Church Fathers actually believed about the return of Christ, the rapture, the millennium, and the end of the world.

Drawing from Scripture, historical theology, and decades of research, Dr. Svigel helps clarify common misconceptions and reveals a surprisingly consistent pre-millennial perspective in the second-century church, especially through voices like Irenaeus of Lyons.

📘 Topics include:

• What the early church believed about Christ’s return and the millennium

• The roots of pre-millennialism — and how it differs from modern versions

• Was the rapture invented in the 1800s?

• How culture, politics, and theology influenced end-times views

• Why it all still matters today

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Why the Church Needs Spiritual Fathers Again

In this powerful episode of Spirit & Truth, we sit down with Bishop Frank Harvey—a seasoned pastor, revival leader, and spiritual father to hundreds of leaders around the world. Frank shares his journey from being a young Baptist pastor to receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit, facing rejection from family and tradition, and ultimately embracing his calling as an apostolic father to the global Church.

Hear how revival broke out in Baptist churches.

Discover the cost—and beauty—of following the Spirit’s leading.

Learn why spiritual fathers are more needed now than ever.

Whether you’re a young leader looking for guidance or a pastor seeking perspective, this episode will challenge and inspire you.

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In this episode of Spirit & Truth, Pastor Lee Cummings and Sean Downs unpack signs that may point to a spiritual awakening already forming in America and around the world. Drawing from Barna data, revival reports from college campuses, and firsthand insights from the Asbury outpouring, they explore the spiritual “clouds on the horizon” — signals that rain is coming.

📊 Barna’s shocking stats: Christianity rising again in the U.S.

🔥 Gen Z hunger, prayer movements, and deliverance stories

🏛️ Why the Church must reform to carry the next move of God

🛐 The difference between revival and awakening — and why it matters

⛪ Is the Church ready for the harvest it’s been praying for?

If you’ve been longing for revival, wondering if it’s really happening, or wrestling with how the Church can prepare — this conversation is for you.

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In this conversation, Lee Cummings and Sean Downs discuss the Arise Shine Conference 2025 and what it means to build healthy churches in today's culture.

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In this conversation, Corey Russell, Jon Tyson, and Lee Cummings discuss the current challenges and future vision for the church, particularly focusing on cultivating a spirit-filled, prevailing church that embodies the revelation of Jesus and the crucified life.Follow Lee Cummings on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leemcummingsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/leemcummingsX: https://www.x.com/leemcummings

In part 2 of this conversation, Lee Cummings and Russell B Johnson share how we're called to be authentic representatives of Christ, not just in name, but in action. They remind us that the church exists primarily to glorify Jesus, not just to reach people. When we focus on ministering to Christ first, everything else falls into place.

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In part 1 of this conversation, Lee Cummings and Russell B Johnson discuss Russell's shift from politics to starting a church in the Pacific Northwest, covering the challenges and unexpected blessings along the way. They share the need for unwavering faith and commitment, especially during difficult times, to truly transform and succeed in ministry.

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In this conversation, Lee and Jane discuss the challenges of dealing with personal pain and disappointment with God while maintaining a leadership role in ministry. In Jane sharing her story, she emphasizes the importance of honest wrestling with God, maintaining faith through difficult times, and finding healthy ways to process emotions and experiences.

In this special episode of SPIRIT + TRUTH, Jane joins the podcast to discuss her journey through chronic illness, personal pain, the challenges of ministry, and the impact on their lives and faith.

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In this engaging conversation, Lee Cummings and Corey Russell dive into the transformative power of prayer, revival, and the essential role of grounding faith in the Word of God. They discuss current spiritual challenges in the church and the pressing need for a renewed focus on the presence and authority of Jesus Christ.

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