Title: The Double Portion: What Elijah Left Behind
Speaker: Pastor Kevin Quirk
Date: 1st July 2026
Location: Adelaide, Australia

Summary:
"If you get a drop of God inside you, that will revolutionise your life." This episode opens with the dramatic account of Elijah being taken up in a whirlwind and Elisha asking for a double portion of his spirit, then uncovers a deeper meaning hiding inside a story most of us have read before.

Working through Second Kings chapter two, the episode shows that the mantle Elisha picked up was never really about a magic cloak or simply passing a role to the next person. It points forward to Jesus, who was taken up to heaven and left behind something far greater than a garment: the empowering Holy Spirit. The Hebrew word used for that mantle carries the sense of glory, splendour, and magnificence, a small clue tucked into the text about what God actually gives.

The second half turns practical. When we receive the Spirit, we tear off the old covering of self righteousness and good works, and God wraps us in a robe of righteousness instead. It is a gift, not a reward, and the episode closes on the quiet confidence that comes from knowing your record is clean.

Key Points:
The story of Elijah and Elisha foreshadows Jesus being taken up and leaving the Holy Spirit behind, not just handing on a role.
Elisha's request for a double portion mirrors the promise that those who believe will do even greater works through the Spirit.
Receiving the Spirit means discarding our old self righteousness, described as filthy rags, and being clothed in a robe of righteousness we could never earn.

Reference Scriptures:
2 Kings 2
John 7:33-34
John 13:1
John 14:6, 15-16, 20
Isaiah 64:6
Isaiah 61:10
Romans 4
Hebrews 10
2 Corinthians 5
1 Timothy 2

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: The Double Portion: What Elijah Left Behind Speaker: Pastor Kevin Quirk Date: 1st July 2026 Location: Adelaide, Australia
Summary: "If you get a drop of God inside you, that will revolutionise your life." This episode opens with the dramatic account of Elijah being taken up in a whirlwind and Elisha asking for a double portion of his spirit, then uncovers a deeper meaning hiding inside a story most of us have read before.
Working through Second Kings chapter two, the episode shows that the mantle Elisha picked up was never really about a magic cloak or simply passing a role to the next person. It points forward to Jesus, who was taken up to heaven and left behind something far greater than a garment: the empowering Holy Spirit. The Hebrew word used for that mantle carries the sense of glory, splendour, and magnificence, a small clue tucked into the text about what God actually gives.
The second half turns practical. When we receive the Spirit, we tear off the old covering of self righteousness and good works, and God wraps us in a robe of righteousness instead. It is a gift, not a reward, and the episode closes on the quiet confidence that comes from knowing your record is clean.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>The story of Elijah and Elisha foreshadows Jesus being taken up and leaving the Holy Spirit behind, not just handing on a role.</li>
<li>Elisha's request for a double portion mirrors the promise that those who believe will do even greater works through the Spirit.</li>
<li>Receiving the Spirit means discarding our old self righteousness, described as filthy rags, and being clothed in a robe of righteousness we could never earn.</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>2 Kings 2</li>
<li>John 7:33-34</li>
<li>John 13:1</li>
<li>John 14:6, 15-16, 20</li>
<li>Isaiah 64:6</li>
<li>Isaiah 61:10</li>
<li>Romans 4</li>
<li>Hebrews 10</li>
<li>2 Corinthians 5</li>
<li>1 Timothy 2</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.

"If you get a drop of God inside you, that will revolutionise your life." This episode digs into the account of Elijah being taken up in a whirlwind and Elisha asking for a double portion of his spirit. What looks like a story about a passed-on mantle is really about Jesus, who was taken up to heaven and left behind the Holy Spirit. Along the way you will find a hidden meaning in the Hebrew word for mantle, and a practical picture of what happens when we swap our old self righteousness for God's robe of righteousness. It is a gift, freely given, and this episode helps you see just how big that gift is.

The Double Portion: What Elijah Left Behind - Pr Kevin Quirk

Title: The Long Straight Road
Speaker: Pastor Peter Lord
Date: 27th April 2025
Location: Perth, Australia

Summary:
"This road that is there is a road that is straight, it doesn't vary in any direction, and we know where we're going." That single image, a long, dead-straight stretch of highway crossing the Nullarbor, becomes the thread for this episode's message about walking steadily with God through every season of life.

Using the picture of driving a long, flat road without deviation, this episode looks at how easy it is to drift, whether by glancing sideways at a distraction, chasing what looks like an easier path, or slowly losing focus without noticing. Scripture is used to show that while our footing can wobble, God himself never changes. His word, his promises and his presence stay exactly the same, and that unchanging nature becomes the firm base we can keep coming back to.

The episode also unpacks what it looks like to stay the course over the long haul rather than in short bursts of enthusiasm. Regularly checking in with yourself, staying alert to what is around you, and leaning on the Holy Spirit for direction are all offered as practical ways to keep travelling in the right direction, even when the road ahead cannot be fully seen.

Key Points:
Walking with God is compared to driving a long, straight road: you cannot see the end, but markers along the way confirm you are heading the right direction.
God does not change. His word, promises and character stay constant, which gives a stable foundation to return to no matter what happens.
Small, gradual drifts, whether in focus, attention or belief, are often what cause people to end up off track rather than one big wrong turn.
The Holy Spirit acts like a steering wheel or GPS, offering ongoing direction rather than a one-off decision.
Faith is a long-term journey rather than a sprint, and regularly checking in on your own walk helps you notice small issues before they grow.

Reference Scriptures:
Hebrews 13:5-9
Matthew 7:13-21
1 Corinthians 1:17-25
Galatians 1:6-12
Psalm 102:24-28
Luke 6:46-49
Hebrews 12:1-3
2 Corinthians 13:4-6

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: The Long Straight Road Speaker: Pastor Peter Lord Date: 27th April 2025 Location: Perth, Australia
Summary: "This road that is there is a road that is straight, it doesn't vary in any direction, and we know where we're going." That single image, a long, dead-straight stretch of highway crossing the Nullarbor, becomes the thread for this episode's message about walking steadily with God through every season of life.
Using the picture of driving a long, flat road without deviation, this episode looks at how easy it is to drift, whether by glancing sideways at a distraction, chasing what looks like an easier path, or slowly losing focus without noticing. Scripture is used to show that while our footing can wobble, God himself never changes. His word, his promises and his presence stay exactly the same, and that unchanging nature becomes the firm base we can keep coming back to.
The episode also unpacks what it looks like to stay the course over the long haul rather than in short bursts of enthusiasm. Regularly checking in with yourself, staying alert to what is around you, and leaning on the Holy Spirit for direction are all offered as practical ways to keep travelling in the right direction, even when the road ahead cannot be fully seen.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Walking with God is compared to driving a long, straight road: you cannot see the end, but markers along the way confirm you are heading the right direction.</li>
<li>God does not change. His word, promises and character stay constant, which gives a stable foundation to return to no matter what happens.</li>
<li>Small, gradual drifts, whether in focus, attention or belief, are often what cause people to end up off track rather than one big wrong turn.</li>
<li>The Holy Spirit acts like a steering wheel or GPS, offering ongoing direction rather than a one-off decision.</li>
<li>Faith is a long-term journey rather than a sprint, and regularly checking in on your own walk helps you notice small issues before they grow.</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>Hebrews 13:5-9</li>
<li>Matthew 7:13-21</li>
<li>1 Corinthians 1:17-25</li>
<li>Galatians 1:6-12</li>
<li>Psalm 102:24-28</li>
<li>Luke 6:46-49</li>
<li>Hebrews 12:1-3</li>
<li>2 Corinthians 13:4-6</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.

"This road that is there is a road that is straight, it doesn't vary in any direction, and we know where we're going." Using the image of a long, flat outback highway, this episode explores what it means to stay steady in faith rather than drift off course. It looks at how small distractions and gradual losses of focus can pull us away, why God's unchanging character gives us something solid to hold onto, and how the Holy Spirit works like a steering wheel guiding us along the way. It is a practical, honest look at staying the course over the long haul, checking in regularly, and trusting the path even when you cannot see where it ends.

The Long Straight Road - Pastor Peter Lord

Title: Growing in Understanding Through the Holy Spirit
Speaker: Pastor Tim Cope
Date: 4th May 2025
Location: Perth, Australia

Summary:
"Get wisdom, and with all thy getting, get understanding." This episode digs into a word the Bible treats as something bigger than knowledge or even wisdom: understanding. It's framed as something that grows in a person over time, through the Holy Spirit, rather than something learned in a single sitting.

The episode opens in John 13 with Jesus washing His disciples' feet, then takes an unexpected detour into a New York Times piece on a seventy five year Harvard happiness study. The findings line up surprisingly closely with principles found throughout scripture: avoid comparing yourself to others, stay positive toward people, learn to be content with your circumstances, and don't dwell on the negative. From there the episode moves through Psalm 73, where Asaph wrestles with envy over the apparent ease of the wicked before finding clarity in God's presence, and finishes in John 3, using Nicodemus's conversation with Jesus about being born again as a picture of stepping into an entirely new way of understanding the world.

This is a solid episode for anyone wondering why growth in faith feels slow or hard to explain, and how genuine understanding differs from simply knowing facts about God.

Key Points:
Understanding is presented as distinct from knowledge and wisdom, something that develops gradually through the Holy Spirit rather than arriving all at once
Modern happiness research and biblical teaching point to the same practical habits: don't compare yourself to others, stay positive toward people, accept your circumstances, and avoid dwelling on negativity
Being born again is described as a genuine shift into a new way of understanding, similar to how a baby has no concept of the world before birth

Reference Scriptures:
John 13:14-17
2 Corinthians 10:12
Luke 10:29-37
Philippians 4:6-7, 11-13
James 3:14-18
Ecclesiastes 7:1-4
Hebrews 12:11
Psalm 73
Proverbs 4:1-9
John 3:1-8, 23-30

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: Growing in Understanding Through the Holy Spirit Speaker: Pastor Tim Cope Date: 4th May 2025 Location: Perth, Australia
Summary: "Get wisdom, and with all thy getting, get understanding." This episode digs into a word the Bible treats as something bigger than knowledge or even wisdom: understanding. It's framed as something that grows in a person over time, through the Holy Spirit, rather than something learned in a single sitting.
The episode opens in John 13 with Jesus washing His disciples' feet, then takes an unexpected detour into a New York Times piece on a seventy five year Harvard happiness study. The findings line up surprisingly closely with principles found throughout scripture: avoid comparing yourself to others, stay positive toward people, learn to be content with your circumstances, and don't dwell on the negative. From there the episode moves through Psalm 73, where Asaph wrestles with envy over the apparent ease of the wicked before finding clarity in God's presence, and finishes in John 3, using Nicodemus's conversation with Jesus about being born again as a picture of stepping into an entirely new way of understanding the world.
This is a solid episode for anyone wondering why growth in faith feels slow or hard to explain, and how genuine understanding differs from simply knowing facts about God.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Understanding is presented as distinct from knowledge and wisdom, something that develops gradually through the Holy Spirit rather than arriving all at once</li>
<li>Modern happiness research and biblical teaching point to the same practical habits: don't compare yourself to others, stay positive toward people, accept your circumstances, and avoid dwelling on negativity</li>
<li>Being born again is described as a genuine shift into a new way of understanding, similar to how a baby has no concept of the world before birth</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>John 13:14-17</li>
<li>2 Corinthians 10:12</li>
<li>Luke 10:29-37</li>
<li>Philippians 4:6-7, 11-13</li>
<li>James 3:14-18</li>
<li>Ecclesiastes 7:1-4</li>
<li>Hebrews 12:11</li>
<li>Psalm 73</li>
<li>Proverbs 4:1-9</li>
<li>John 3:1-8, 23-30</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.

"Get wisdom, and with all thy getting, get understanding." This episode explores why understanding is treated in scripture as something different from knowledge or wisdom, something that develops over time as faith deepens. Starting with Jesus washing His disciples' feet in John 13, the discussion moves through a surprising connection to modern happiness research, into Psalm 73's honest wrestling with envy and doubt, and finishes in John 3 with Nicodemus's conversation about being born again. It's a practical look at why spiritual growth can feel slow, and what it means to move from simply knowing facts about God to genuinely understanding Him.

Growing in Understanding Through the Holy Spirit - Pastor Tim Cope

Title: Free Indeed
Speaker: Pastor Rob Sinclair
Date: 19th July 2026
Location: Ballarat, Australia

Summary:
What does it really mean to be free? This episode traces one thread through the whole Bible: the difference between captivity and freedom, and how that freedom only ever comes from God's Spirit.

It starts with Samson, tied up and surrounded by enemies who think they've finally beaten him, until the Spirit of the Lord comes on him and the ropes fall away like burnt string. But Samson's story is also a warning. Despite knowing exactly how God had set him free before, he kept walking back into danger with Delilah until he lost everything, including his sight and his freedom.

From there the episode moves through Jesus in the synagogue at Nazareth declaring he's come to set captives free, through the cross where Jesus stayed bound by choice so we wouldn't have to be, and into Paul's letters about what it means to be truly free in Christ. It's a practical look at the kinds of captivity we don't always notice in our own lives, whether that's addiction, pride, or just the daily grind, and how real freedom is found.

Key Points:
Samson's strength came entirely from God's Spirit, not from his own power, and the same Spirit is what breaks any kind of captivity in our lives
Being aware of a problem doesn't guarantee we'll avoid it. Samson had every warning he needed and still walked back into the same trap three times
True freedom in Christ isn't the absence of a master. It's trading captivity to sin for a life spent serving God and others out of love

Reference Scriptures:
Judges 15:9-19
Judges 16:4-21
Luke 4:14-21
Matthew 27:1-2
Ephesians 3:1, 4:1-9
Psalm 68:18-19
John 8:31-36
Romans 5:21-6:23
Galatians 5:13-16

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: Free Indeed Speaker: Pastor Rob Sinclair Date: 19th July 2026 Location: Ballarat, Australia
Summary: What does it really mean to be free? This episode traces one thread through the whole Bible: the difference between captivity and freedom, and how that freedom only ever comes from God's Spirit.
It starts with Samson, tied up and surrounded by enemies who think they've finally beaten him, until the Spirit of the Lord comes on him and the ropes fall away like burnt string. But Samson's story is also a warning. Despite knowing exactly how God had set him free before, he kept walking back into danger with Delilah until he lost everything, including his sight and his freedom.
From there the episode moves through Jesus in the synagogue at Nazareth declaring he's come to set captives free, through the cross where Jesus stayed bound by choice so we wouldn't have to be, and into Paul's letters about what it means to be truly free in Christ. It's a practical look at the kinds of captivity we don't always notice in our own lives, whether that's addiction, pride, or just the daily grind, and how real freedom is found.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Samson's strength came entirely from God's Spirit, not from his own power, and the same Spirit is what breaks any kind of captivity in our lives</li>
<li>Being aware of a problem doesn't guarantee we'll avoid it. Samson had every warning he needed and still walked back into the same trap three times</li>
<li>True freedom in Christ isn't the absence of a master. It's trading captivity to sin for a life spent serving God and others out of love</li>
</ul>
Reference Scriptures:
<ul>
<li>Judges 15:9-19</li>
<li>Judges 16:4-21</li>
<li>Luke 4:14-21</li>
<li>Matthew 27:1-2</li>
<li>Ephesians 3:1, 4:1-9</li>
<li>Psalm 68:18-19</li>
<li>John 8:31-36</li>
<li>Romans 5:21-6:23</li>
<li>Galatians 5:13-16</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.

What does it really mean to be free? This episode traces the theme of captivity and freedom right through the Bible, starting with Samson, tied up and surrounded by enemies, until the Spirit of the Lord comes on him and breaks his bonds. But his story is also a warning, because knowing how to be free didn't stop him walking back into danger. From Samson to Jesus in the synagogue at Nazareth, to the cross, to Paul's letters on what it means to be truly free in Christ, this episode looks at the captivity we don't always notice in our own lives and how real freedom is found and kept.

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