Azusa Street/ Then and Now

As many of us know the Azusa street revival was an awesome outpouring of the Spirit of God. Since the years of the revival were from 1906-1910 I haven't met many people that were in attendance. In fact, I haven't met anyone that was in attendance. However, there are several books and articles that can be found concerning the great events of that day. Signs and wonders were a common happening in each of the services. A very interesting fact concerning that revival, is that most of the people involved were young people hungry for God.

This is a trend that I'm seeing today. God is raising up a group of young radical non-religious group of God chasers today. There is a hunger for a genuine experience with the living God. As we look back to Azusa street, there were legs that grew, blinded eyes openned, and many people saved by the blood of Jesus Christ. However, these things didn't come without a price. The leadership during Azusa street endured tremendous persecution. Likewise, today there are people sitting and waiting to pour water on the fire of what God is doing.
Let me just say, DON'T WAVER, DON'T QUIT, DON'T EVEN LET UP FOR ONE MINUTE. Be radical. Let God arise and watch His enemies scatter!!!!

I believe we will see another great move of the Holy Ghost. In fact, in 1909 Rev. Charles Parham and William Seymore (Azusa leader) gave a prophecy that in 100 years God would pour out His Spirit even greater than what they witnessed. According to my limited math skills that time is approaching. I believe 2009 will be the greatest year the Church has ever had. Now, I must say this doesn't apply to the religious crowd that are satisfied with status-quo. But for the hungry sold out unashamed worshippers look out, the Spirit of God is moving mightily and only going to increase.

2008 has been good. Many Churches have experienced tremendous growth. Others may have struggled. Don't be discouraged. We know that the number 8 represents new beginnings. This has happened for many. However, on the 8th day a Jewish boy received circumcision. I believe this represents a cutting away of flesh. 2008 has been a year where God has done a cleansing within His church. Pastors don't be discouraged if some have left with no explanation. They may have even blamed you for it, however, God is ironing out wrinkles and positioning His people for the greatest time ever. In the midst of gross darkness, His Light shines the brightest.
Be encouraged and stay faithful to Him. HE'S GOT YOUR BACK!! (ROM.8:28).