Presence Pioneers: A Worship, Prayer and Revival Podcast

The Bible is a unique collection of 66 books with at least 40 different human authors that were written over the course of 1500 years. This diverse set of writings is compiled for a reason. There must be a primary theme and cohesive narrative throughout the Christian Scriptures. Yet how do we define the center of biblical teaching?  In this episode Matthew shares from his latest blog article title...

Matthew Lilley shares a special update on why we will be pausing new podcast episode releases until December. Until we return, you can check out our 90+ episode archive.

In this episode, Matthew chats with Don Rayno, director of Raleigh-Area Concerts of Prayer. They've been bringing hundreds of people together for years to pray, and Matthew refers to him as a "hidden gem" of the prayer movement. Don started out as a nuclear chemist, for about 20 years. The term "concerts of prayer" actually comes from Jonathan Edwards in the 1700's, when he...

In today's episode, Matthew has a conversation with Dr. Jason Hubbard, director of the International Prayer Connect. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE International Prayer Connect • https://www.ipcprayer.org/ipc-home The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we believe God’s presence...

In this episode, Matthew goes over the lessons for how to pray in the Lord's Prayer with his 12 year old. The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we believe God’s presence changes everything. Hosted by Matthew Lilley, episodes feature short Bible teachings and interviews w...

In today's episode, Matthew gets to interview Ray Hughes, worshiper and teacher for many decades. Ray has inspired many, including Matthew, who first heard of the Tabernacle of David from Ray. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Ray's Website • https://www.rayhughes.org/ The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night...

In today's episode, Matthew interviews Dick Eastman, international president of Every Home for Christ. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Every Home for Christ • http://everyhome.org The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we believe God’s presence changes everything. Hosted by Matth...

In this short teaching, Matthew discusses our two options in prayer according to Matthew 6 - to please people, or to please God. The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we believe God’s presence changes everything. Hosted by Matthew Lilley, episodes feature short Bible teachin...

In today's episode, Matthew goes over 5 benefits of fasting regularly. Fasting is catching on as a way of eating in our culture for health reasons, but Matthew has some spiritual benefits as well. The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we believe God’s presence changes ev...

In this episode, Matthew has a chat with Jeremiah Johnson, founder of The Altar Global and well-known prophet. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE The Altar Global • http://www.thealtarglobal.com Houses of Glory • https://www.amazon.com/Houses-Glory-Prophetic-Strategies-Entering/dp/0768457335 The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through da...

There is a new move on the Earth, with new songs and new connections between Heaven and Earth. In today's episode, Matthew discusses what this spontaneous and prophetic worship really looks like, and what the Bible says about it. The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we...

In this quick episode, Matthew discusses the accusation against the prayer movement that says they are good at ministry, but bad at caring for people. He'll talk about what it looks like to do the ministry part AND love people well. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Discipleship Begins with Beholding • http://amazon.com/Discipleship-Begins-Beholding-Samuel-Whitefield/dp/173534544X/ The Presence Pioneers...

In this encore of episode 28, Matthew interviews David Bradshaw of Awaken the Dawn. David starts off by reviewing the last episode, leading up to the event on the national mall that launched Awaken The Dawn. David talks about what it means to “disciple America in hosting the presence of God”. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Awaken the Dawn • http://awakenthedawn.com The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to...

In this encore of episode 25, Matthew and Lisa Koons discuss more practical tips as well as the on-the-ground work that comes from hosting prayer locally. She dives into the "mission and justice" side of the 24-7 Prayer movement. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE 24-7 Prayer USA - http://247prayerusa.com The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the pres...

In this encore of episode 16 Matthew Lilley interviews Jonathan Friz, the founder of an initiative called 10 Days, which is mobilizing cities to shut down for united prayer and worship during the Days of Awe. You will hear Jonathan share (amusing, at times) stories of struggles & burnout in his spiritual life and ministry, but you will also hear amazing testimonies of salvation, healing, mirac...

In this encore of episode 27, Matthew interview David Bradshaw of Awaken the Dawn. David did not start out as a “prayer” guy - it wasn’t until a 3 day event of 24/7 prayer(which he was dreading!) that he really saw the value and joy of extended prayer. They eventually planted the Prayer Furnace in 2009 and continued hosting these extended times of prayer, 12-18 hours a day for about 10 years. LINK...

In this encore of episode 24, Matthew interview Lisa Books, the USA Director of 24-7 Prayer. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE 24-7 Prayer • http://24-7prayer.com The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience and host the presence of God through day & night worship & prayer – because we believe God’s presence changes everything. Hosted by Matthew Lilley, episodes fea...

In this encore of episode 21, Matthew Lilley interviews, Jonathan Tremaine Thomas, the founder of Civil Righteousness. JT shares of his journey that began in college when God told him that he would be used to "love the guns out of their hands." In 2014, God led his family to Ferguson, Missouri following the shooting of Michael Brown and into the resulting rioting that broke out throughout...

This is an encore of episode 7, where Matthew interviews author, speaker, ministry leader and presence pioneer David Fritch. David shares his journey of pioneering a house of prayer missions base in rural Oklahoma, and their success in gathering multiple churches in their city together for united prayer and worship. Matthew and David also discuss the Tabernacle of David, the theme of David’s book...

We have recorded an incredible Presence Pioneers podcast interview with a leader of a Christian prayer movement that is sweeping across the nation of India! God is moving powerfully! Here you can listen to a short clip of the interview. However, due to the sensitive nature of the work they are doing there, and the potential for persecution from the government, the full podcast episode episode must...

In part 3 of the David's Tabernacle series, Matthew discusses Jesus' journey in relation to the Tabernacle of David, and then what it therefore means to us today. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Matthew's New Book! • https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1951611225/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your community experience an...

This is part 2 in the David's Tabernacle series, where Matthew will discuss King David's journey into presence - centered worship. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Matthew's New Book • https://www.amazon.com/Davids-Tabernacle-Matthew-Lilley/dp/1951611225/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=matthew+lilley&qid=1620898357&sr=8-1 The Presence Pioneers podcast exists to help YOU and your commun...

This is the first in a 3 part series on David’s Tabernacle, diving deep into the message in Matthew’s new book. The book, which comes out May 18th, has the same tagline as the podcast - God’s presence changes everything. Matthew’s broken it down into 3 “tracks” to look at David’s Tabernacle. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Order Matthew's book! • http://www.davidstabernacle.com The Presence Pioneers p...

In today’s episode, Matthew has a conversation with worship leader and songwriter Kelanie Webb. They discuss her story, and the connection between prophetic worship and the prayer movement. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Access Worship International • https://www.accessworshipinternational.com/ Facing the Wall • https://amzn.to/3vtjW1y The Reset • https://amzn.to/3xsEB7L The Presence Pioneers podcast exi...

In this episode, Matthew talks with Jonathan Friz about The Global Family- a worldwide, 24-7 online prayer room. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE The Aquaduct Project • https://www.aqueductproject.org/ Global Family • https://globalfamily24-7prayer.org/ 10 Days • https://www.10days.net/ Jonathan's first Podacst appearance • http://www.presencepioneers.org/episode16/ The Presence Pioneers podcast exists...