Presence Pioneers: A Worship, Prayer and Revival Podcast

Are you in transition? How do you know if you’re entering into a new season of life? In this episode, Matthew and Shepard Lilley discuss the concept of seasons in both nature and life, exploring how understanding these cycles can lead to a deeper awareness of God's faithfulness and presence. They emphasize the importance of timing, preparation, and being attuned to the signs of changing season...

In this episode, Matthew and Shepard Lilley discuss the biblical metaphors of sowing seeds and soil, exploring their significance in spiritual growth and personal development. They emphasize the importance of tending to the soil of our hearts to receive God's word effectively, drawing parallels between gardening practices and spiritual practices.  The conversation delves into the types of soil...

In this conversation, Matthew and Shepard Lilley discuss the concept of abiding in the vine and the significance of pruning in bearing fruit. They explore the practical aspects of pruning in gardening and draw parallels to spiritual pruning in our lives. They emphasize that pruning is a loving act of the Father and a necessary process for growth and fruitfulness. They also highlight the importance...

In this first episode of a new podcast season, Matthew Lilley and his wife Shepard discuss the concept of going back to Eden and the importance of gardening and stewarding the earth. They explore the biblical account of Adam and Eve in the garden and how it relates to our role as priests and stewards of creation. They also touch on the negative effects of industrialization and the idea of progress...

In this special podcast episode, Matthew Lilley and Jonathan Friz have an extended follow-up discussion on the Jonathan’s recent article 'Don’t Overcorrect: The US Prayer Movement after the Mike Bickle Scandal' and its impact. They explore the global prayer movement, the teachings of Mike Bickle and the IHOPKC prophetic history - acknowledging the need for discernment and evaluating teachi...

Beginning in the fall of 2024, the Presence Pioneers podcast will shift into a new approach utilizing podcast seasons. As you’ve come to expect, each episode will continue to feature interviews, testimonies and Bible teaching around the themes of worship, prayer, revival and missions. The purpose of the podcast continues to be helping you and your community experience and host God’s presence - bec...

This teaching by Matthew Lilley explores the topic of intimacy with God and the challenges of cultivating deep and meaningful relationships. It highlights the loneliness epidemic in America and the struggle to have close relationships that many people experience in today's culture. The focus is on David's prayer in Psalm 27:4, which expresses his heart's cry for intimacy with God. The...

Presence Pioneers Media is pleased to announce the release of the Enyoing Prayer Study Guide and online video course from Matthew Lilley. Sign up now at http://enjoyingprayer.com In this special podcast announcement, Matthew invites you to consider becoming a mobilizer of prayer among your friends, family and church community. What would it look like for you to begin to disciple 5, 10 or 15 people...

Learn how 24-7 prayer is fueling Bible translation and awakening revival in the hearts of God’s people around the world. In today’s “Prayer News” episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Daniel Brink, the director of  Jericho Walls , an interdenominational Christian prayer ministry founded in 1992, with the purpose of building a strong, broad-based prayer network to support the Church to fulfil its call...

In this podcast episode, Matthew Lilley and Jonathan Friz discuss the biblical pattern of the cry that brings deliverance. They explore how prayer and the cry of God's people elicit a response from God and lead to His intervention and deliverance. They highlight examples from the Exodus, the book of Chronicles, and even modern history, such as the Holocaust and the founding of Israel. The conv...

Kurt Wilson, founder of Pray for the Lou (short for St. Louis), shares amazing testimonies and stories of unity and prayer in St. Louis. The ministry's goal is to ignite prayer in the Church of St. Louis and bring unity to the city. They organize an annual event called Pray for the Lou Day, where churches prayer walk their neighborhoods simultaneously and come together for worship and prayer....

In this teaching, Matthew Lilley addresses the issue of spiritual pride and its impact on those involved in prayer ministries and movements. He explores a biblical perspective on spiritual pride and practical ways to “humble ourselves” such as God-centered worship, thanksgiving, confession of sins, serving others, submitting to authority, and receiving correction.  🎧 LISTEN TO PART TWO🎧 Part two...

Thousands of believers are uniting in prayer in Egypt, and God is releasing his miraculous power! Jason Hubbard is back to share exciting testimonies of his recent trip to Cairo, including his visit to the room of wheelchairs that have been collected from those who have been healed at the prayer meetings. 🙏 Global Day of Prayer for the Jewish People 🙏 Towards the end of the episode, Jason also s...

Jamie Fitt, founder of the Philadelphia Tabernacle of David, shares his journey and the impact of worship and prayer on the city. He discusses the significance of the Tabernacle of David and its relevance in the New Testament. He highlights the importance of embracing the priesthood of all believers and ministering to the Lord first before ministering to others. 🚨 WATCH PART TWO 🚨 Part two of th...

In this podcast episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Jordan Baker about prayer, discipleship, and simple church. Jordan shares his personal journey of getting saved while sitting in a prayer room and how he got involved in worship, prayer, and discipleship in Mansfield, Ohio. He also talks about the March of Prayer, an initiative that brings churches together for a month of united worship and prayer...

Just in time for Passover in 2024, Matthew Lilley and Jason Hubbard sit down to discuss the significance of Jesus as the Lamb of God. They delve into the role of communion in experiencing God's presence and the importance of beholding the glory of Jesus as a Lamb. As we near the return of Christ, we can expect greater revelation and emphasis on Jesus as the Lamb - as we see throughout the book...

In this podcast episode, host Matthew Lilley interviews worship leader and songwriter Harvest Grapevine. Harvest shares her journey into music and worship leading, starting from her childhood experiences of revival and prayer. She talks about her desire to be a voice for God and the challenges and burnout she faced in the music industry and the importance of maintaining purity in worship. The epis...

In this podcast episode, host Matthew Lilley interviews special guest Aaron Custalow about his journey in youth ministry and missions. Aaron shares about his encounter with God in Northern Iraq and how it led him to have compassion for teenagers. He also talks about the power encounter he experienced at a youth camp and how it transformed his heart. Aaron then shares about the challenges and break...

Are you ready for a presence-centered community where you can experience the transformative power of God's presence? In this episode, we explore the biblical examples of presence-centered communities and discuss practical ways to cultivate a community that prioritizes worship, prayer, and ministry to the Lord. Part two of this teaching, The 8 Marks of a Presence-Centered Community will be avai...

Is religion a good thing or a bad thing? Scripture says that there is a "pure and undefiled religion" (James 1:27), but that also means there is also an impure form of religion. In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Gunter Akridge about the "dark side" of religion - how to know if you're trapped in it and how to get free from its lies. Key Takeaways The religious spirit ca...

How can be more consistent and disciplined in our time with God, prayer and reading the Bible? What is the secret of the secret place? And which is more important - raw hunger for God or spiritual discipline (even when we don't feel it)? In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Jake Kail, author of Living from The Secret Place , about his personal journey of waking up early to cultivate a de...

We are excited to announce the launch of Presence Pioneers Premium, our brand new subscriber community! Sign up here! What’s included in PP Premium? ➡️ Get exclusive, premium content such as bonus podcast episodes , exclusive articles, early releases and more (such as part 2 of our recent podcast episode with Robin Dillamore on the Theology of David’s Tabernacle). ➡️We will be launching our first...

⚠️ Watch Part 2 of this interview on Presence Pioneers Premium ⚠️ Robin Dillamore wrote his master's thesis on the theology of the tabernacle of David. This obscure topic is vital in helping you understand how God wants you to worship and accomplish the the mission He has given you. In this episode Matthew Lilley (who wrote a book called David's Tabernacle) discusses with Robin the signifi...

Chris Ngai has seen an extraordinary work of God take place at Arizona State University through 24/7 prayer, and now God is launching a year of 24/7 prayer and unity on college campuses across America. In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Chris about the incredible revival stories Chris experienced at ASU And the brand new Pray Campus [America] initiative. Pray Campus America is a united fam...

Does God still have a unique purpose for Israel and the Jewish people? How can we understand God's biblical narrative and participate in what He is doing? How should Christians respond to the war in Israel and Gaza? These are the questions that we address on this episode where Matthew Lilley interviews Andrew Faletti, the prayer room director at Gatecity Church in Atlanta, GA. Gatecity has bee...