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We may be at the beginning stages of a new Great Awakening. Do you see it? The phrase “Great Awakening” carries some historical baggage. History nerds like myself will remember learning about the large crowds that gathered to hear itinerant preachers during the 18th century. Men like George Whitefield were considered international celebrities and preached … Continue reading Dear Christians: Wake Up to the Awakening

John Freeman splashed water on his face and looked in the mirror. His handsome features and confident eyes glared back. On this day, it served as more than a simple routine. It was a reality-check. He wasn’t in a dream. No, this was real.  John threw on a button-down shirt and tucked it into his … Continue reading Short Story Preview: “The Creatures of Aletheia”

To the Revival Generation features over 30 stand-alone reflections, devotionals, and short stories addressing the topics most relevant to today’s Christian teens and young adults. With topics ranging from dating to identity, Russ Allen’s compelling and witty approach brings truth, hope, and love to a generation that is ready for revival. Learn about “The Unhappy Search … Continue reading Coming Soon!

A few years ago I attended a youth retreat that had a profound speaker. Even as a leader, I was taken in by his compelling stories, rhetorical flare, and engaging facial expressions. However, one night about midway through the week, the speaker showed up to the chapel session wearing a pair of sunglasses. Although confused, … Continue reading When the Mundane Becomes Monumental

 Lesson 1: Entrusted with Treasure  Lesson 4: The Path of Discipleship

The Easter story is a familiar one to both Christians and non-Christians alike. In fact, it is the world’s most famous story. Almost everyone has encountered the good news of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. Each of the gospel accounts (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) provide various perspectives of this historical phenomenon. They all assert … Continue reading The Most Important Easter Detail That You’ve Always Missed

I am ashamed to say that there are three words I have spoken to God only a few times in my life. After all, they are not easy to say, and I am quite sure that the Enemy works hard to remove them from my vocabulary. Yet, when spoken from the heart, they are the most … Continue reading The 3 Most Dangerous Words to Pray

Aliens are trending. According to Pew Research Center, around 65% of Americans believe that intelligent life exists on other planets. That leaves me in the minority. Although the vastness of the universe may convince others of the likelihood that intelligent life exists somewhere, it’s hard to square the existence of aliens with the words of … Continue reading If God Didn’t Create Us… Aliens Did

ROMANS 3:9-20 9 What then? Are we Jews[a] any better off?[b] No, not at all. For we have already charged that all, both Jews and Greeks, are under sin,10 as it is written: “None is righteous, no, not one;11     no one understands;    no one seeks for God.12 All have turned aside; together they have become worthless;    no one does good,    not even one.”13 “Their throat is an open grave;    they … Continue reading Sermon: No One is Good