Revival might come. We all know that it should come, but there is a lot that must come together if we hope to have a foundation strong enough to sustain it. If we understand that revival isn’t defined by a powerful church service, or by life getting suddenly better, but rather that it’s a calibration—judgment—as God brings order to chaos. This calibration to biblical normalcy will give a massive opportunity for offense and...
Read MoreTransition is coming but the church is breech
THE CHURCH IS BREECH If you have been following the ministry recently you know that I’m zeroed in on a critical issue—an issue, in my opinion, that can result in the further fracture of the church, or in a powerful reformation that will shock the world. Sunday at our Revival Church staff meeting, there was a strong prophetic word that must be given attention. The message was that the church is in a time of massive transition, much like...
Read MoreYou are NOT the church : The scattering movement : What about church online?
THE SCATTERING MOVEMENT To say that I’m concerned would be a gross understatement. There is a scattering movement in the nation that’s causing deep harm to the mission of the church. This scattering of believers is so widespread that we are seeing theologies and philosophies emerging that support the idea that it’s actually healthy to disband and withdraw. It becoming common to hear people say things like, “The church isn’t a...
Read MoreThe best sermon I’ve ever heard : New teaching and notes
First—Friday I taught at New Wineskins Ministry on “Becoming Unoffendable,” and my son Skylar ran up to me when I was done and said, “Dad, that was the best sermon I’ve ever heard!” And, get this, it was nearly two hours long! Go to www.detroitrevivalchurch.com/teaching and search for “Unoffendable” and listen to that sermon. I regularly hear that it’s one of the most powerful messages people have ever heard. Also, I...
Read MoreJohn Burton ministering renewal and fire Friday
I’m THRILLED to have the opportunity to minister at New Wineskins Ministry Friday (tomorrow!) at 7:30pm. Every revivalist in the Detroit area—this night is for you! Let’s burn hot together and experience the prophetic revelation of the Living God! The address is: 16204 13 Mile Road Roseville, Mi. 49066 See you tomorrow!
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