Revived Thoughts

Solomon Stoddard was an early colonial pastor who had a tremendous influence on New England. Not only was he the grandfather of Jonathan Edwards, but he also had a huge and overlooked impact on world history. Thanks to John Rayner for reading this sermon! He runs an audio narration service and should be looked into for all of your voice-work needs. We appreciate all the sermons he has generously h...

J. M. Pendleton preached in Kentucky during a very contentious age both theologically and in terms of the contentious issue of slavery. Thanks to Justin Scott Rea for reading this sermon! Make sure to check out our  Patreon ! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joel and Troy discuss how to view money in terms of things like retirement, savings, etc. We compare modern ideas of "legacy building" and "generational growth," with Scripture and church history. It is quite the debate! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Henry Martyn was one of the earliest missionaries into India and the first to ever reach and do ministry as a protestant in Iran. Listen to his tragic story and his heroic call to share the Word of God. Thanks to Pastor Ed Backell for reading this episode!  Pastor Ed Backell is a Washington state native, and has taught for 30+ years in churches in Oregon, Washington and Nebraska, currently in Spok...

John Rippon served faithfully at his church for fifty years. His work helped establish one of the most important Baptist churches in history. Thanks to Daniel H. for reading this episode! Make sure to check out our  Patreon ! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

EXCLUSIVE: For the first time in 611 years, the sermons of Jan Hus are in English. We are extremely grateful to Evan H. for helping us get this amazing episode into English so we can share the sermons and story of one of the church's most important martyrs! Thanks to Jacob for reading this episode!  If you appreciate what we do, please check out our  Patreon You can read the sermon from this e...

"If I could train for ministry all over again the one thing I'd change is add some boxing classes." Frank Higgins did ministry to one of the toughest groups of people on the planet. He was the only one sharing Christ with them, though. Listen to his incredible story and the impact he made. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/priv...

Joel and Troy discuss some different, "not typical" topics that DL Moody covered in his book, " Golden Counsels " We look at "How to have a good prayer meeting," "The Sunday Newspaper" (His thoughts on news) "Should you mark your Bible?" And "How should you spend a sabbath?" Thank you for listening! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...

William Knibb was a missionary to Jamaica who helped bring an end to slavery in the British Empire. He lived through a massive revolt, was persecuted across the Island, and helped lead a massive revival on the Island. Thanks to Nick Garland for reading this episode! Make sure to check out our  Patreon ! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...

Peter Chrysologus was the archbishop of the capital of Rome during its days of decline. He is famous for many things but one of which is his very short sermons. Thanks to Leigh Ridge for reading this episode! Make sure to check out our  Patreon ! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Every year Joel, Troy, and Elise (From Martyrs and Missionaries) come together and give our top 5 episodes of the year. We also find out who is better at Church History Trivia: Elise or Troy? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chrysostom was an early church father who did a lot of good! But when he died he may not have seen the situation the way we do today. Big thanks to Richard Roodt for reading this sermon for us! We were in a pinch and are really appreciative of all the help he has given our show this year. Make sure to check out our Patreon ! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ht...

Lyman Beecher lived through the end of the 18th and 19th century. A tumultous time for Christianity and Beecher was at the forefront of many battles from abolition to prohibition. Big thanks to Patrick Studebaker for reading this episode! Make sure you check out his show Cave to the Cross! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joel and Troy discuss how sermons, songs, and subjects on Heaven have gone missing in most modern churches today. And how different that is from history! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Christians are constantly bombarded with news, headlines, and politics. But how should Christians read the news? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Cennick was an incredibly influential but often forgotten member of the Great Awakening. He is sometimes called the "Apostle to Northern Ireland" because of his work in sharing the Gospel there. Special thanks to Todd Nicklas for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts! Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ht...

JC Ryle is one of the most famous pastors in church history. And in this episode we have one of his children's sermons read by a young man who listens to the show! Special thanks to Mordechai for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts! Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Martin Luther is the man who started the Reformation with his 95 Theses. Many people know his story of being hidden away in a castle after the Catholic Church put out a warrant for his death. But a less known part of his story is what brought him out of hiding from that castle. This sermon was the reason he left hiding. Special thanks to Bryan Wolfmueller for reading this episode of Revived Though...

Basil lived in the fourth century and stood up against the rise of Arianism and other heresies in his day. But he also came to the end of his ministry at a time when things were very hard. Special thanks to Richard Roodt for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts! Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.co...

Matthew Henry is one of the most famous Bible commentary writers of all time. We learn how his commentary became number one and we also hear his thoughts on the importance of friendship. Special thanks to David K. Martin for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts! Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.co...

Troy breaks down the Cult of Reason and The French Revolution. Many have heard of the French Revolution but often skip the spiritual aspects of this world-changing moment. It makes it very hard to understand what happened in France in those days. Listen as Troy breaks down Robespierre's happiest day, the Cult of Reason where the French paraded a woman dressed as a goddess down the streets and...

Joel and Troy have a Revived Convo about things that are different today. What benefits and drawbacks do Christians have today that Christians throughout history wouldn't have had to deal with? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

William E. Sangster was a pastor in the early 20th century in London England. He preached this sermon during the bombing raids that hit London. Special thanks to John Raynar for reading this episode of Revived Thoughts. He has a voiceover and narration business and would be more than thrilled to cover any audio needs you may have. Check him out at  here Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Ad...

Girolomo Savonarola, a contemporary of Martin Luther and often considered a Proto-reformer, will end up executed for trying to bring Florence to Christ. Listen to his story and his sermon calling the people of Florence to repent. Big thank you to Nick Garland for reading this episode for us! Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

Gilbert Tennent was one of the central leaders of the Great Awakening. This sermon that he preached caused a 17 year schism among the presbyterian churches of North America. Listen to find out why! Big thank you to Ed Backell for reading this episode for us! Join Revived Studios on Patreon for more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privac...