Title: Dressed For Battle
Speaker: Pastor Ben Smith
Date: 10th May 2026
Location: Adelaide, Australia

Summary: "The strength that we find in the Lord by the Spirit comes from the softness of the attributes of the Spirit, not the hardness." This episode takes a close look at the armour of God in Ephesians 6, and why God's approach to spiritual warfare looks nothing like what we might expect.

Drawing from Ephesians 6, Isaiah, the Psalms, and the story of David and Goliath, the episode works through each piece of the armour and explains what it actually is and where it comes from. The girdle of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith, and the rest are not things we manufacture or maintain on our own. They are given to us, and their power comes not from human force or strategy, but from the character of God Himself.

The episode also follows the people of Judah, who were offered the quiet waters of Shiloah but chose military alliance instead, and paid for it. That contrast between trusting God's provision and reaching for worldly strength runs through the whole message. When Hezekiah led Israel to rest in God rather than fight in their own strength, they won without lifting a finger. The same principle holds today.

Key Points:
Spiritual battles cannot be won with carnal methods. Trying to fight them that way means defeat before you start.
The armour of God is not your armour. Every piece of it, truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, comes from God and is received, not earned.
Strength in spiritual warfare comes through softness, prayer, trust, and the Spirit, not through force, arguments, or self-reliance.

Reference Scriptures:
Ephesians 6:10-18
Isaiah 11:1-5
Isaiah 59:16-17
Isaiah 8:5-8
Isaiah 30:7, 15
Psalm 18:30-35
1 Samuel 17:38-40
2 Chronicles 32:8
John 9 (Pool of Siloam)
Hebrews 13:7

Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com 

The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com 

© 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

Title: Dressed For Battle Speaker: Pastor Ben Smith Date: 10th May 2026 Location: Adelaide, Australia
Summary:&nbsp;"The strength that we find in the Lord by the Spirit comes from the softness of the attributes of the Spirit, not the hardness." This episode takes a close look at the armour of God in Ephesians 6, and why God's approach to spiritual warfare looks nothing like what we might expect.
Drawing from Ephesians 6, Isaiah, the Psalms, and the story of David and Goliath, the episode works through each piece of the armour and explains what it actually is and where it comes from. The girdle of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith, and the rest are not things we manufacture or maintain on our own. They are given to us, and their power comes not from human force or strategy, but from the character of God Himself.
The episode also follows the people of Judah, who were offered the quiet waters of Shiloah but chose military alliance instead, and paid for it. That contrast between trusting God's provision and reaching for worldly strength runs through the whole message. When Hezekiah led Israel to rest in God rather than fight in their own strength, they won without lifting a finger. The same principle holds today.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Spiritual battles cannot be won with carnal methods. Trying to fight them that way means defeat before you start.</li>
<li>The armour of God is not your armour. Every piece of it, truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, comes from God and is received, not earned.</li>
<li>Strength in spiritual warfare comes through softness, prayer, trust, and the Spirit, not through force, arguments, or self-reliance.</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>Ephesians 6:10-18</li>
<li>Isaiah 11:1-5</li>
<li>Isaiah 59:16-17</li>
<li>Isaiah 8:5-8</li>
<li>Isaiah 30:7, 15</li>
<li>Psalm 18:30-35</li>
<li>1 Samuel 17:38-40</li>
<li>2 Chronicles 32:8</li>
<li>John 9 (Pool of Siloam)</li>
<li>Hebrews 13:7</li>
</ul>
Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting <a href="https://podcastrevival.com">https://podcastrevival.com</a>&nbsp;
The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit <a href="https://therevivalfellowship.com">https://therevivalfellowship.com</a>&nbsp;
&copy; 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

Podcast Revival aims to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to people all around the world through inspiring talks from speakers of diverse backgrounds and nationalities. The podcast includes messages that offer instructions for salvation and encourage listeners to live a life in obedience to God.

You will hear speakers from various countries that share their personal experiences and insights from the Word of God, providing a truthful perspective on Christian life. Listeners can expect to hear stories of transformation and hope, along with practical tips and guidance for living a life that is grounded in the teachings of the Bible.

The podcast features topics such as salvation, miracles, faith, and the second coming of Jesus Christ, providing an experienced understanding of what it means to follow God. Listeners can also expect to hear readings from the Bible and discussions on how to apply biblical principles to everyday life.

Overall, Podcast Revival is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to have a relationship with God and grow in their understanding of the Christian faith and how to walk in the Spirit.

Romans 10 v 17
So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

Podcast Revival aims to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to people all around the world through inspiring talks from speakers of diverse backgrounds and nationalities. The podcast includes messages that offer instructions for salvation and encourage listeners to live a life in obedience to God.
You will hear speakers from various countries that share their personal experiences and insights from the Word of God, providing a truthful perspective on Christian life. Listeners can expect to hear stories of transformation and hope, along with practical tips and guidance for living a life that is grounded in the teachings of the Bible.
The podcast features topics such as salvation, miracles, faith, and the second coming of Jesus Christ, providing an experienced understanding of what it means to follow God. Listeners can also expect to hear readings from the Bible and discussions on how to apply biblical principles to everyday life.
Overall, Podcast Revival is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to have a relationship with God and grow in their understanding of the Christian faith and how to walk in the Spirit.
Romans 10 v 17 So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

Podcast Revival

Talks straight from the Word of God.

Podcast Revival is a selection of talks from Revival Fellowship meetings from all across the globe.

Talks straight from the Word of God.
Podcast Revival is a selection of talks from Revival Fellowship meetings from all across the globe.

"The strength that we find in the Lord by the Spirit comes from the softness of the attributes of the Spirit, not the hardness." This episode works through the armour of God in Ephesians 6, connecting it to Isaiah, the Psalms, and the story of David and Goliath. Each piece of armour is unpacked, where it comes from, what it does, and why it matters. The contrast between trusting God's provision and relying on human strength runs all the way through. If you have ever tried to fight a spiritual battle in your own strength and come up short, this one is worth your time.

Dressed For Battle - Pr Ben Smith

Title: Giving more than you receive
Speaker: Pastor Scott Nobel
Date: 24th May 2026
Location: Geelong, Australia

Summary: "When we're not looking to our own good, but to the good of others, many opportunities arise." That line sits at the heart of this episode, and it comes out of one of the most practical corners of the Old Testament.

The episode works through Leviticus 19, where God instructs farmers to leave the edges of their fields unharvested so the poor, the foreigner, and the widow could come and take what they needed. It is a farming law, but it is also a framework for community and generosity. From there, the story moves into the book of Ruth, where a man named Boaz puts that principle into action in a way that goes well beyond what was required of him.

Boaz had no obligation to do what he did for Ruth. He gave her water, food, and protection. He told his workers to leave extra grain. He took on a costly responsibility that offered him nothing in return. The episode draws a clear line from his example to the words of Jesus in Luke and the teaching of Paul in 2 Corinthians, landing on a single challenge: what does it look like to give generously, without keeping score?

Key Points:
The Old Testament gleaning laws were not just agricultural rules; they were a practical, built-in system for caring for the vulnerable in society.
Boaz is a model of generosity that exceeds obligation; he gave freely to Ruth without expecting anything back, and his story became part of the lineage of Jesus Christ.
Jesus and Paul both reinforce the same principle: genuine giving is directed toward those who cannot repay, and the reward for that kind of giving belongs to God, not to us.

Reference Scriptures:
Leviticus 19:9-10, 13-14, 18
Judges 21:25
Ruth 1:1; 2:12; 3:1-17; 4:1-11
Deuteronomy 25:5-10
Luke 14:12-14
Luke 6:30-36
Luke 10:25-29
1 Timothy 6:17-18
2 Corinthians 9:7
John 10 (Good Shepherd)

Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com 

The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com 

© 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

Title: Giving more than you receive Speaker: Pastor Scott Nobel Date: 24th May 2026 Location: Geelong, Australia
Summary:&nbsp;"When we're not looking to our own good, but to the good of others, many opportunities arise." That line sits at the heart of this episode, and it comes out of one of the most practical corners of the Old Testament.
The episode works through Leviticus 19, where God instructs farmers to leave the edges of their fields unharvested so the poor, the foreigner, and the widow could come and take what they needed. It is a farming law, but it is also a framework for community and generosity. From there, the story moves into the book of Ruth, where a man named Boaz puts that principle into action in a way that goes well beyond what was required of him.
Boaz had no obligation to do what he did for Ruth. He gave her water, food, and protection. He told his workers to leave extra grain. He took on a costly responsibility that offered him nothing in return. The episode draws a clear line from his example to the words of Jesus in Luke and the teaching of Paul in 2 Corinthians, landing on a single challenge: what does it look like to give generously, without keeping score?
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>The Old Testament gleaning laws were not just agricultural rules; they were a practical, built-in system for caring for the vulnerable in society.</li>
<li>Boaz is a model of generosity that exceeds obligation; he gave freely to Ruth without expecting anything back, and his story became part of the lineage of Jesus Christ.</li>
<li>Jesus and Paul both reinforce the same principle: genuine giving is directed toward those who cannot repay, and the reward for that kind of giving belongs to God, not to us.</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>Leviticus 19:9-10, 13-14, 18</li>
<li>Judges 21:25</li>
<li>Ruth 1:1; 2:12; 3:1-17; 4:1-11</li>
<li>Deuteronomy 25:5-10</li>
<li>Luke 14:12-14</li>
<li>Luke 6:30-36</li>
<li>Luke 10:25-29</li>
<li>1 Timothy 6:17-18</li>
<li>2 Corinthians 9:7</li>
<li>John 10 (Good Shepherd)</li>
</ul>
Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting <a href="https://podcastrevival.com">https://podcastrevival.com</a>&nbsp;
The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit <a href="https://therevivalfellowship.com">https://therevivalfellowship.com</a>&nbsp;
&copy; 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

"When we're not looking to our own good, but to the good of others, many opportunities arise." This episode starts in Leviticus, where God built generosity into the farming laws of ancient Israel, and follows that thread into the story of Ruth. Boaz had no reason to go as far as he did for a poor foreign widow, yet he gave freely, protected her, and asked for nothing back. His example shapes how we read Jesus in Luke and Paul in 2 Corinthians. The question this episode leaves you with: what does it look like in your life to give without keeping score?

Giving more than you receive - Pr Scott Nobel

Title: Why We're Here
Speaker: Pastor Marc Weber
Date: 16th May 2026
Location: Adelaide, Australia

Summary: "We're here today because God ordained us for eternal life." That single line captures what this episode is really about -- not programs, not religion, but the reason God's people keep showing up and pressing forward together.

This episode looks at why followers of Jesus gather at all, and what actually motivates a life set apart from the world. Drawing from 1 John 3, 1 Corinthians 13, Ephesians 6, and 2 Corinthians 4, the episode explores the unseen spiritual reality that underpins everyday faith. The hope of Christ's return isn't just a future event to look forward to -- it's an active force that shapes how we live right now.

There's also an honest look at the love that holds God's people together -- not a surface-level niceness, but the kind of love that speaks truth, corrects gently, forgives the seemingly unforgivable, and keeps pushing us toward something eternal. The greatest days aren't behind us. They're still to come.

Key Points:
The hope of Jesus returning is meant to be a daily motivation for righteous living, not just a distant belief
The things that matter most -- the spiritual realities we're part of -- are unseen, and only accessible through the Holy Spirit
The love that holds God's people together is active and truthful, not just emotionally warm -- it corrects, inspires, and forgives

Reference Scriptures:
1 John 3:1-3
1 Corinthians 13:12
Ephesians 6:12
Ecclesiastes 3:11
John 13:35
John 3:19-21
2 Corinthians 4:17-18
Hebrews 12:6
1 John 1:7, 9

Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com 

The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com 

© 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

Title: Why We're Here Speaker: Pastor Marc Weber Date: 16th May 2026 Location: Adelaide, Australia
Summary:&nbsp;"We're here today because God ordained us for eternal life." That single line captures what this episode is really about -- not programs, not religion, but the reason God's people keep showing up and pressing forward together.
This episode looks at why followers of Jesus gather at all, and what actually motivates a life set apart from the world. Drawing from 1 John 3, 1 Corinthians 13, Ephesians 6, and 2 Corinthians 4, the episode explores the unseen spiritual reality that underpins everyday faith. The hope of Christ's return isn't just a future event to look forward to -- it's an active force that shapes how we live right now.
There's also an honest look at the love that holds God's people together -- not a surface-level niceness, but the kind of love that speaks truth, corrects gently, forgives the seemingly unforgivable, and keeps pushing us toward something eternal. The greatest days aren't behind us. They're still to come.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>The hope of Jesus returning is meant to be a daily motivation for righteous living, not just a distant belief</li>
<li>The things that matter most -- the spiritual realities we're part of -- are unseen, and only accessible through the Holy Spirit</li>
<li>The love that holds God's people together is active and truthful, not just emotionally warm -- it corrects, inspires, and forgives</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>1 John 3:1-3</li>
<li>1 Corinthians 13:12</li>
<li>Ephesians 6:12</li>
<li>Ecclesiastes 3:11</li>
<li>John 13:35</li>
<li>John 3:19-21</li>
<li>2 Corinthians 4:17-18</li>
<li>Hebrews 12:6</li>
<li>1 John 1:7, 9</li>
</ul>
Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting <a href="https://podcastrevival.com">https://podcastrevival.com</a>&nbsp;
The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit <a href="https://therevivalfellowship.com">https://therevivalfellowship.com</a>&nbsp;
&copy; 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

"We're here today because God ordained us for eternal life." This episode gets to the heart of why followers of Jesus keep gathering and pressing forward together. Drawing from 1 John 3, 1 Corinthians 13, Ephesians 6, and 2 Corinthians 4, it explores the unseen spiritual reality behind everyday faith -- and the hope of Christ's return that shapes how we live right now. There's also a look at what real love in the church actually means: truth-telling, forgiveness, and a motivation to overcome. The best days aren't behind us. They're ahead.

Why We're Here - Pr Marc Weber

Title: New Life
Speaker: John Campbell
Date: 1st February 2026
Location: Adelaide, Australia

Summary: "Unless you are born again, you cannot see the kingdom of God." Jesus said it plainly to Nicodemus, and it's just as direct today. This episode unpacks that conversation from John 3 and traces the same idea all the way through Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, showing that the call to become like a little child is not just a throwaway phrase but the entry point into everything God has for us.

The episode draws a clear line between natural birth and spiritual birth. When a baby is born, the first cry signals life. When someone is born again through baptism and the gift of the Holy Spirit, something similar happens: a new voice is activated, a new identity is given, and a new name is written. Just as God renamed Solomon "Jedidiah" (beloved of God) the moment he was born, God calls us his sons and daughters from the moment we step into new life in him.

The episode also takes a look at what it means to grow up spiritually. From milk to solid food, from basic sounds to full sentences, the development of a child gives us a picture of how faith matures. And through it all, God stays the parent: patient, merciful, and not keeping score. Psalm 103 puts it well: he does not deal with us according to our sins, but treats us with the same irrational love a parent has for a child.

Key Points:
Being born again is not a metaphor. It involves baptism in water and receiving the Holy Spirit, and all four Gospels point to it as the entry requirement for the kingdom of God.
God gives a new name and a new identity to everyone who is born again, just as he gave Solomon the name Jedidiah ("beloved of God") from birth.
Spiritual growth follows a pattern much like natural childhood, starting with the basics and building over time, and God remains a patient, loving parent throughout the whole journey.

Reference Scriptures:
John 3:1-8
Luke 18:15-17
Mark 10:15
Matthew 18:1-5
Psalm 127:3-5
Proverbs 17:6
Hebrews 12:2
1 Thessalonians 2:13, 19
John 16:21
2 Samuel 12:24-25
Romans 8:14
2 Corinthians 5:17-19
Galatians 4:7
1 Peter 1:2-3, 23-25
1 Peter 2:2
1 John 2:13
Psalm 103:10-13
Acts 2:38
Titus 3:5
Mark 16:16

Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com 

The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com 

© 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

Title: New Life Speaker: John Campbell Date: 1st February 2026 Location: Adelaide, Australia
Summary:&nbsp;"Unless you are born again, you cannot see the kingdom of God." Jesus said it plainly to Nicodemus, and it's just as direct today. This episode unpacks that conversation from John 3 and traces the same idea all the way through Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, showing that the call to become like a little child is not just a throwaway phrase but the entry point into everything God has for us.
The episode draws a clear line between natural birth and spiritual birth. When a baby is born, the first cry signals life. When someone is born again through baptism and the gift of the Holy Spirit, something similar happens: a new voice is activated, a new identity is given, and a new name is written. Just as God renamed Solomon "Jedidiah" (beloved of God) the moment he was born, God calls us his sons and daughters from the moment we step into new life in him.
The episode also takes a look at what it means to grow up spiritually. From milk to solid food, from basic sounds to full sentences, the development of a child gives us a picture of how faith matures. And through it all, God stays the parent: patient, merciful, and not keeping score. Psalm 103 puts it well: he does not deal with us according to our sins, but treats us with the same irrational love a parent has for a child.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Being born again is not a metaphor. It involves baptism in water and receiving the Holy Spirit, and all four Gospels point to it as the entry requirement for the kingdom of God.</li>
<li>God gives a new name and a new identity to everyone who is born again, just as he gave Solomon the name Jedidiah ("beloved of God") from birth.</li>
<li>Spiritual growth follows a pattern much like natural childhood, starting with the basics and building over time, and God remains a patient, loving parent throughout the whole journey.</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>John 3:1-8</li>
<li>Luke 18:15-17</li>
<li>Mark 10:15</li>
<li>Matthew 18:1-5</li>
<li>Psalm 127:3-5</li>
<li>Proverbs 17:6</li>
<li>Hebrews 12:2</li>
<li>1 Thessalonians 2:13, 19</li>
<li>John 16:21</li>
<li>2 Samuel 12:24-25</li>
<li>Romans 8:14</li>
<li>2 Corinthians 5:17-19</li>
<li>Galatians 4:7</li>
<li>1 Peter 1:2-3, 23-25</li>
<li>1 Peter 2:2</li>
<li>1 John 2:13</li>
<li>Psalm 103:10-13</li>
<li>Acts 2:38</li>
<li>Titus 3:5</li>
<li>Mark 16:16</li>
</ul>
Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting <a href="https://podcastrevival.com">https://podcastrevival.com</a>&nbsp;
The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit <a href="https://therevivalfellowship.com">https://therevivalfellowship.com</a>&nbsp;
&copy; 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.

"Unless you are born again, you cannot see the kingdom of God." Jesus said it to Nicodemus, and it still cuts through today. This episode walks through John 3 and across all four Gospels to show that being born again is not a vague spiritual feeling. It involves baptism, the Holy Spirit, and a completely new identity. God gives a new name, calls us his sons and daughters, and stays the patient, loving parent throughout every stage of growth. Whether you are brand new to this or have been around for decades, this one is worth sitting with.

Dressed For Battle - Pr Ben Smith

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