The Fires of Revival: Recent Episodes
Colton Prater
The Fires of Revival Podcast strives each week to bring high quality Bible messages from myself and interviews with ministry leaders from all over the world to your device. Our goal is to encourage and equip the listener with practical truths taught from the Word of God and with spiritual insight from those in the ministry.
Today’s episode takes a look at Proverbs 20 and strives to find application for our lives.
Today’s message features a sermon I preached back in February. I pray it will be a blessing to you in your walk with God. Please enjoy these next few weeks of different sermons from my church in south Florida.
Today’s episode features a sermon from my church back in September from our fall revival with Evangelist Ethan LeCroy. I pray this timely message about eternity will be a blessing to you.
Today we look at God’s personification of wisdom. I pray that this message will encourage spiritual growth in your life.
In today’s episode we look at Proverbs 4 and see how good God truly is. His Word and way of life are good for us, and God wants us to follow Him.
Today’s episode glances at Proverbs 28 and examines some key applications for the Christian life.
Today’s episode looks at Proverbs 14 and draws modern day application to help you in your walk with the Lord. Don’t forget to rate/review the podcast.
We are in Proverbs 29 today and are looking at the tongue. I pray these Scriptures will help you guard what you say in the days ahead.
We start a new series walking through portions of Proverbs each week. Each episode’s text chapter will correspond with that day of the month.
In this controversial (insert gasps) episode, Bro. Young and I discuss what Christians are to do when they differ from a brother. We talk about compromise, kindness, and unity, etc. I pray this episode encourages you to draw closer to the Lord.
Today’s episode features the second part of my conversation with Evangelist Dave Young. In this episode we talk about the topic of dating. I pray this episode will be especially helpful to teens/young adults as they venture into this realm.
In today’s episode I sit down with Evangelist Dave Young and talk about his testimony and how to stay joyful in the ministry. This is part 1 of 3 of my interviews with Dave Young. I pray this series will be a blessing to you.
Today’s is message number 2 from my pastor from John 9. I pray these past 2 episodes have been a blessing to you.
This episode features a sermon from my pastor from John 9. This is part 1 and next week will release part 2.
In today’s episode we look at the example of Elijah and how he wrestled with depression. The Lord worked in his life, and He wants to work in yours.
For the conclusion of this series, Kevin and I examine Paul’s last book of the Bible. We share the key verses and show how it applies to us 2,000 years later.
Today’s episode deals with the book of Proverbs. This is a book of the Bible that many are familiar with. Kevin and I share why this familiar book is still relevant in our day.
Today’s episode kicks off a new series where we examine books of the Bible and break them down piece by piece. Kevin Markham will be my cohost during this series. This episode deals with 1 John.
In today’s episode, we deal with a few questions that some listeners have asked recently in regard to the podcast.
Today we look at Matthew 1 and examine how God guided Joseph in Scripture, and how the Lord is guiding each of us day by day as well.
Today’s conversation is with Pastor Kurt Skelly. He is the pastor at Faith Baptist Church in Virginia. We talk about his testimony, Bible memorization/meditation, and advice to teens.
Today’s episode features a sermon from my Pastor, Matthew Tinsley. This is a sermon from his series through the Book of John. I really believe this episode will be a special to you in your walk with God.
In today’s episode we examine our lives and ask ourselves this question: “Are we living with eternity in mind?”
In today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Evangelist Ethan LeCroy. He is an excellent preacher and great with teens. I pray this conversation will be a help to you.
Today we get back into our series based on our new life that is found only in Christ. I pray that this episode will encourage and challenge you in your walk with God.
In Isaiah 43:2 the Bible teaches us about the blessing of difficulties. God is ready to teach you something today from the off script moments in life. Will you trust him with your trial?
Today’s episode features a conversation with missionary Peter Putney. He is a missionary to Colombia, and he shares with us his burden for that country.
Today’s episode features a sermon from Bro. Scott Pauley that I believe can really be a help to those who listen. I look forward to being back soon on the podcast with you all. Don’t forget to rate/review/share the podcast with others.
Today’s episode deals with what to do after church camp. How do I follow the Lord after leaving camp? How can I live for Him when I go back home? This episode answers those very questions.
Today’s episode features a conversation I had with Pastor Cary Schmidt on the topics of longevity and rest in Gospel ministry. My prayer is that this conversation will help and bless you in your walk with the Lord. Below are some links that will take you to several resources that we shared in the episode. https://inthegospel.com https://youtube.com/@pastorcaryschmidt
Today’s episode looks at the topic of wanting to throw in the towel. We see what Scripture has to say about quitting and then look to apply it.
Today’s episode looks at joy and how it is an integral part of our Christian life. My prayer is that you’ll listen to this episode and share it with others.
In part 2 of our new series we look at the Scripture and see that our life in Christ comes with pain. Although that doesn’t sound comforting, we see how the Lord blesses us through the pain of this life.
Today starts our brand new series titled “New Life Comes With…” Each week we will look at what comes along with experiencing new life that is only found in Christ. This episode deals with patience and how that it comes with our new life whether we like it or not. I pray this episode will be a help to each of us as we live for Christ.
In this episode I was privileged to have a discussion with Bro. Maldoff about the topic of missions. He serves as the Southeast Asia Director for BIMI. I pray this episode will be a help to you today.
In this last episode with my co-host, Kevin Markham, we dissect the hot topic of music. This one is sure to get us in some hot water, but that’s ok. We pray this episode will be a blessing to you and that you will consider what the Bible has to say on the topic.
In today’ episode we look at this highly debated topic of a call to ministry. We will examine what it is, what it looks like in a Christian, and how to prepare for it.
Today’s episode continues in our current series, with this conversation being about prayer. I pray this is a blessing to you.
In today’s episode we kickstart a new series. For the next month of episodes I will have a co-host, my good friend Kevin Markham, with me as we discuss some key topics in Christianity. This episode deals with revival.
In our last episode of this series, we look at several quotes from famous missionaries and see how they apply to our lives.
In this episode we see how that missions and evangelism go hand in hand. They are one and the same. Ask the Lord to use this to light a fire for souls in your heart.
In today’s episode I was privileged to have a conversation with my good friend Jon Helmick. We both graduated from Crown together, and in this interview we talk about spiritual lessons learned while there. This episode will be especially helpful to those who are currently in college.
Today’s episode features a recent conversation I had with Bro. Burcham. He is the head of the Bible department at Golden State Baptist College in Santa Clara, California. We talk about the importance of the Word of God and how it applies to our lives.
In this short episode we answer this question by looking to Scripture and seeing how we are to live accordingly.
In this episode we look at some ministry principles that helped guide Dr. Smith (the author of our series) and see how they can help us in our lives.
We all know that life is difficult, but it can be especially difficult when we try to take a stand for the Lord. In today’s episode we will look at that topic and see what the Scripture says about it.
In this episode we look at the preparation stage for ministry. I share some practical steps that can help us be better prepared for what the Lord has for us down the road
In this episode we look at the topic of the call to ministry. We answer what that is and how to know if you are “called” to preach, missions, etc. I believe this episode can be a help to everyone if you take the truths given and apply them personally.
In this episode we look at the next chapter in our series. This message deals with Jesus’ teaching on evangelism and His 3 charges for us to follow today.
In this episode we continue in our series which takes us to the topic of faith promise missions. We look at Scripture and see what the Lord wants us to do in this regard.
This episode answers that question by looking at key Scriptures and analyzing our current culture.
In today’s episode we answer the above question by looking at Scripture and seeing what the Lord Himself has to say about it. I pray this episode will be a help to you in your walk with God.
In this episode we start our series through the book “The Challenge of Missions” by Dr. Oswald J. Smith.
This sermon, preached by Dr. Oswald J. Smith, outlines the plea for winning souls to Christ. This message was preached over 70 years ago yet still applies today. This message will help lay the groundwork of a series we will embark on next week as we study his book “The Challenge of Missions.”
Today’s episode features a conversation with Pastor Joe Cassada in which we talked about his testimony and the importance of reading.
A little over a year ago I was privileged to interview Bro. Folger and talk about the ministry the Lord has led him to help (Spiritual Leadership Asia). Today’s conversation talks about that ministry some more and Bro. Folger spends some time highlighting different countries within the 10/40 window and how we can pray for them.
Today’s episode features a conversation I had with evangelist Dr. Al Stone. He is based out of Canada and represents the Canadian Gospel Project across North America.
Today’s episode concludes our series in Romans 1 as we look at the closing four verses and examine God’s judgment coming to a lost world that has rejected Christ.
In today’s episode we look at what many consider a controversial passage (Romans 1:24-28) and draw current day application. I pray this episode will be a help to you.
Today’s episode has us looking at Romans 1:21-23. This is the 8th episode in our Romans 1 series, which if you haven’t listened to the other episodes then I would challenge you to go back and check them out!
We are continuing in our Romans 1 series as we look at verses 19-20 and answer the age old question: “Does someone who lives alone and never hears the Gospel have to go to Hell?”
In today’s episode we take a look at Romans 1:18 as we continue our series. If you are not caught up on the series, I would encourage you to go back and give them a listen.
Today’s episode picks where we last left off in our series through Romans 1. We looked at verses 16-17 and examined the importance of walking in the Gospel in order to live by faith.
On today’s episode I was privileged to interview the hosts of the Discover Grace Podcast (Dalton Dickerson and Garrett Lamb). We talked about the ministry God has opened to them through podcasts, the book of James, and lessons learned as youth pastors.
In this episode I interviewed Bro. Brazzell, missionary to Australia, about his testimony, call to missions, and challenge to the audience about missions.
In this week’s episode we pick up our last interview and carry on the conversation about missions to The Netherlands. I pray this 2 week series was a blessing to you. Don’t forget to rate/review the podcast if you haven’t already.
In today’s episode I was privileged to interview missionary/pastor Stan Kamps to The Netherlands. We talked about his testimony and the culture of The Netherlands. Be sure to tune in next week as we continue our conversation on missions.
Today’s episode takes us to verses 11-15 in our Romans 1 series. I pray these verses will impact and shape your life for the cause of Christ.
In week 3 of our series in Romans 1 we look at verses 8-10 and draw application to our daily lives.
As we continue in our Romans 1 series, we look at verses 2-7 today and find out what the Lord is trying to teach us from it.
Today’s episode features a conversation I had with my friend Kevin Markham about the Northwest United States and the need for laborers in that area.
Join us as we embark on a journey through a verse by verse study of Romans 1. Today we look at verse 1 of the chapter and find out where our identity as believers should come from.
Today’s interview features Pastor Tom Brennan from Iowa. We talk about his testimony, his passion for writing, and how we can grow spiritually in the mind. I pray this episode will be a help to you in your walk with the Lord.
In today’s episode I was privileged to sit down with Bro. John Williams who is the Music Pastor at Lancaster Baptist Church and West Coast Baptist College in Lancaster, California. We talked about his testimony, the role of music in the life of a believer, and how to determine good sound Christian music.
Today’s episode features a conversation I had with Bro. Zach Campbell. He is an evangelist with Known Ministries which helps independent Baptist churches set up outreaches and Bible studies on college campuses across America. I pray the Lord will use this episode to open your eyes to the mission field before us in our college campuses.
Today’s episode features the Vice President of Crown College, Bro. Tim Tomlinson. We talked about his testimony, life as a Bible college administrator, and how to better study/understand our Bible.
For this episode I was privileged to interview Dr. Steve Pettit, the President of Bob Jones University. We talked about his testimony/life story, advice to young adults, and the topic of joy in the ministry. If you haven’t yet, be sure to rate/review the podcast on whatever platform you listen. Also, please share this episode with your friends!
In this week’s episode I was privileged to have a conversation with Bro. Garraway as we talk about his testimony, ministry, and revival. I pray this episode will be a huge help to all who listen!
In this episode I interview Bro. Ben Turner, the Pastor of Anchor Baptist Church, about missions and its implications to all Christians.
In today’s episode of our Life Verses series we look at the most well-known verse in all the Bible, John 3:16.
We are continuing in our Life Verses Series, and I pray it’s been a help to you in your walk with God. This week we stop off at Proverbs 3:5-6 and see what the Lord is telling each of us in this famous text.
In part 2 of this series we continue to look at well know life verses and their implications to our lives.
In this episode, I share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and show how we can know that Heaven will be our home when we die.
In this new series we will be looking at common life verses that we hear a lot and see what they actually mean in context and help provide fresh eyes on some often read verses.
In this episode I was privileged to have a conversation with Pastor Brown and discuss his testimony, how to be a better teen for Christ, and how to pray for teenagers.
In this episode I interview Bro. Howard, an assistant pastor at Bethel Baptist Church, about his testimony, call to ministry, and the role of media in the life of the Christian.
In today’s episode, I was privileged to interview Dr. Rasmussen, the Vice President of West Coast Baptist College, about his testimony, advice to young adults, and the importance of daily reading the Word of God.
In part 2 of this interview Pastor Beaumont shares with the listeners his opportunity to coach football, ways to get more out of your Bible reading, and his life verse.
In this episode, Pastor Beaumont is interviewed about his salvation testimony, call to ministry, and about Biblical mentorship.
In this episode we start a 1 week series titled “Christ Honoring Dating” in which I interview the Copelands and ask them questions about dating and relationships. Kurt and Christy Copeland also share some great truths for young people on what to look for and how to pray for your future spouse.
In our final installment of this mini series we will be looking at the life of D.L. Moody. I pray that through this episode you will learn something new from his life and glean some truths to apply to our life here in 2022.
In this installment of our mini series, we look at the life of American pastor Jonas Clarke. Clarke was an active pastor in politics during the Revolutionary War, and there is a lot to be learned and gleaned from his life in this episode.
In this installment of our mini series, we look at the life of Leonard Ravenhill. At the end of the episode you will leave having a better understanding of his life, the impact he made on society, and what we can learn from his life here in this day and age.
In this new mini series, we will look at the lives of “famous” Christians who took a stand for the Lord. In this first episode we will examine the life of Missionary Jim Elliot and find some lessons we can learn from his life.
In this episode, I was privileged to interview Pastor Clarence Sexton about his testimony, ministry, and practical ministry advice.
In this episode, I share what God has taught me while doing a podcast. I pray this episode is a blessing and a help to you in your Christian walk.
In this episode, we look at Charles Spurgeon’s battle with depression, how he dealt with it, and how we can deal with it as well.
In this episode, I have a conversation with my dear friend and mentor, Bro. Josh Leathers. He is the pastor of the Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church in Lewisburg, TN, and in this interview we talk about his testimony, bi-vocational ministry, and the ministry of mentoring.
In this episode, Bro. David Snyder, the President and General Director of BIMI, is interviewed about his testimony, cal to missions, and world evangelism.
In this episode, I highlight the need for laborers to the continent of Europe. Please reach out to me at cprater0823@gmail.com and let me know what country you are praying for.
In this episode I share some sad statistics about pastoral burnout and the need to pray for and lift up our pastors.
Today’s episode is our very first question and answer episode! In it I answer the questions submitted by our listeners.
Bro. Dan Imondi was interviewed about his testimony, advice to young people, and practical ways to improve our prayer life. His website is https://www.danimondi.com and feel free to check it out and reach out to him.
Bro. Randy Crosslin is an evangelist serving faithfully out of Victory Baptist Church in Shelbyville, TN (my home church). In this episode he brings a message from Proverbs 3 on how young people should live in this day and age. His sermon is very practical and will be a blessing to you.
Missionary James Miyashita was interviewed about his testimony, missions, and the need for laborers to Japan. To reach out to him further, check out his website at https://reachingjapan.com
Christian school teacher David Humphreys delivers a Bible message on the book of John. This Bible teaching surveys the entire book chapter by chapter and will help you better understand this Gospel Record.
My good friend Bro. David Warren, who is a Bible college student at Hyles Anderson College, preached a brief sermon for this week’s episode.
Jim Rolen, the Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church in Tullahoma, TN, was interviewed about his testimony, keys to longevity in ministry, and how to pray for our pastor. This interview will be a huge blessing to you and your spiritual life. Please be sure to like and share this episode with others.
For our second week with Bro. Pauley, we have a recording of a sermon he’s preached in the past titled “Start Right With God.” The sermon will be a blessing, and if you missed his interview feel free to go to last week’s episode and check it out as well.
Evangelist Scott Pauley was interviewed about his testimony, ministry, life as an evangelist, and many more topics. Tune in next week for a sermon of his that will be published.
Pastor Brian Cooper was interviewed about his life and ministry as an assistant pastor, church planter, and later as a pastor. Be sure to check out this episode and the previous one as Pastor Brian preached in that episode and was interviewed in this one.
Pastor Brian Cooper of the Bethel Baptist Church in Richmond Hill, GA preached a message on Sunday, July 25, 2021 from John 9 on “One Thing Everyone Ought to Know.” This message will be a help and an encouragement to you if you let the Lord use it. Pastor Brian Cooper will be interviewed in the following guest episode so stay tuned for that as well.
Pastor/church-planter Tim Trieber is interviewed about his testimony, life in a pastor’s home, church planting, and basic ministry advice to all.
In this episode, we look at practical Biblical truths that will help teens as they strive to live for God after a week of church camp has ended.
Bro. Kevin Folger was interviewed about his testimony and ministry, advice on how to be a help to your pastor, and about the great spiritual need in the 10/40 window.
Pastor Cary Schmidt was interviewed about his testimony, ministry, the need for laborers in the New England region, and what a gospel-shaped identity is and how it impacts each of us. (You can find out more about him at https://caryschmidt.com )
I was privileged to interview Garrett Lamb, host of the Young Fundamentalist Podcast. We talked about issues facing teens and young adults in today’s society and what it means to follow Christ. (Link to his podcast https://anchor.fm/garrett-lamb )
Missionary Joshua Zacharias was interviewed about his testimony, deputation, and the need for laborers to Australia. You can visit his website at https://www.zacharias2australia.com
Missionary to Peru, Darren Townsend was interviewed about his call to missions, how God is working in His life while on deputation, and why Christians must get on board with missions.
I was honored to have Pastor Brown on for part 2 of our discussion as I asked him questions about advice he would give to young preachers and about his own podcasts that he does as well. (You can find his podcasts and sermon outlines at his website at https://ronniebrown.net )
I was privileged to interview Pastor Brown for this episode as we talked about his salvation and ministry testimonies and the pros and cons of bi-vocational ministry.
The Youth Director at Temple Baptist Church in Powell, TN, Steve Scoggins, was interviewed about his testimony, life experiences, and the keys to reaching teens for Christ.
My good friend Isaac Young was interviewed about his testimony and how God has worked in his life at Bible College.
Robert Barnett, Pastor of Grace Bible Baptist Church in Knoxville TN, was interviewed about his ministry as a preacher of the Gospel and about the topic of race and how it pertains to the church today.
For this episode, I was privileged to interview Bro. Ben Turner about the ministry that God has given him in British Columbia, Canada as the pastor of Anchor Baptist Church and for the need of laborers in the nation of Canada as a whole.
Dr. Stephen Flick was interviewed about his life and ministry, and about how important of a role the history of America’s Founding Fathers play in today’s society.
Today’s episode features an interview with Michael Clark, in which I ask him about lessons learned at Bible college, music, and the need for laborers in the Northeastern region of the United States.
In this episode, my close friend Timothy Warren and I discuss the topics of assurance of salvation and missions work across the world.
Bro. Aaron Snodderly, the executive director of TIBRL, is interviewed about his life serving God through politics and his ministry to that specific demographic. We also discuss how Christians can be actively involved in politics as well.
Christian school and Sunday School teacher David Humphreys gives a very helpful guest lecture on the podcast on why the King James Bible is God’s Word for English speaking people.
For this episode, I was privileged to interview Pastor Nick White about his life and ministry and about the dire need for laborers in the northeastern region of the United States.
For this episode, I was privileged to interview Pastor Nick White about his life and ministry and about the dire need for laborers in the northeastern region of the United States.
Today’s episode is an older sermon by my pastor Dr. Jim Tedder (1941-2020). He exemplified faithfulness in his ministry by serving as the pastor of the Victory Baptist Church in Shelbyville, TN for over 58 yrs.
Spiritual mentor of mine, Bro Steve Lawwell is interviewed about his apologetics ministry and how us as Christians can better reach those in the college age range of life.
The Crown College Choir Director Dr. John Thompson was interviewed about his Christian upbringing and about how to have a Biblical view of music.
My Pastor Loyd Warren was interviewed about his 24 years in youth ministry, his life working as an assistant to Dr. Jim Tedder, and his ministry now as the pastor of that same church.
Dr. John Reynolds was interviewed about his friendship with Curtis Hutson, and he answered questions about the theme of revival in our land.
Text: 2 Chronicles 17:1-10 This Bible message was preached live at Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church in Lewisburg, TN on August 23, 2020.