Ever wanted to know more about the Christians who came before us? The ones who answered the call and went to the far reaches of the globe, many paying the ultimate price? Elise takes you on a journey, following the lives of our Great Cloud of Witnesses.

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In honor of Reformation Month, this episode highlights the first Protestant martyrs in England, Germany, and France. Elise also discusses the importance of Augustine to the early reformers and how Martin Luther helped to create our Protestant martyrology. <a href="http://send.org/SENDtheGospel" rel="nofollow">Help support SEND International&#39;s work</a><a href="https://sb.rfpa.org/reformation-issue-augustine/" rel="nofollow">The Standard Bearer Reformation Issue</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/RevivedStudios" rel="nofollow">Join Us On Patreon</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The First Martyrs of the Reformation

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The French Revolution is one of the most pivotal events in human history. It oversaw the deaths of its sovereigns and the destruction of the Church. It would later serve as a precursor-- a proto-communist movement-- for modern-day communism. In this episode, hear how &#34;Like Saturn, the Revolution devoured its children.&#34;<a href="https://www.marxists.org/history/france/revolution/marechal/1793/festival-reason.htm" rel="nofollow">Festival of Reason Operatic Hymn</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/RevivedStudios" rel="nofollow">Join Us On Patreon</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Christianity Under the French Revolution (Part 2)

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The French Revolution is one of the most pivotal events in human history. It oversaw the deaths of its sovereigns and the destruction of the Church. It would later serve as a precursor-- a proto-communist movement-- for modern-day communism. In this episode, hear how it all began. <a href="https://crozieronstuff.com/execution-of-louis-xvi" rel="nofollow">Last Moments of King Louis XVI</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/RevivedStudios" rel="nofollow">Join Us On Patreon</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Christianity Under the French Revolution

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Listen to the exciting second half of Robert Moffat&#39;s story. The dangers of Africa, the fruit of his mission work, and answering some of the big critiques of his life. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/11DFqPj08rHaNXvjwR5sBf?si=Z1lpRMa3QwS0EVClnanW4Q" rel="nofollow">Robert Moffat Part 1</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Robert Moffat: My Heart is as White as Milk

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Robert Moffat was a humble gardener who followed God&#39;s call to South Africa at a pivotal time in its history. In Part 1, hear about his early ministry, his love life, the HMS Bounty, and his ministry to an infamous warlord. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4sb7PwPQ6RNKnzPYX45qeR?si=aa4490332ba54626" rel="nofollow">John G. Paton</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Robert Moffat: What Cannot Thy Grace Accomplish

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Christian or Not is a history podcast that takes an honest look at the faith of some of history’s biggest names. Was Isaac Newton really a Christian? What about Charlemagne, Winston Churchill, Constantine, and other major figures from the past?Join Mark and Troy each episode as they dig into their lives with careful research and biblical insight. We will be examining their beliefs, contradictions, theology, and lasting impact. We explore the messy but fascinating relationship between faith and culture through the lens of church history and apologetics.This show comes from Revived Studios, the same team behind Revived Thoughts and Martyrs &amp; Missionaries. New episodes drop every two weeks.If you enjoy thought-provoking and real conversations about famous people and their faith then hit subscribe! Listen on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.Learn more at: https://revivedthoughts.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

New Revived Studios Podcast: Christian Or Not

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The book this episode is based on comes from an international high school library, tucked away in the back and completely unknown. Judith&#39;s story of coming to the faith as a Jewish girl in the midst of WW1 and the Russian Civil War is a little-known perspective that is both powerful and inspiring. <a href="https://archive.org/details/judithmartyredmi00salo" rel="nofollow">Judith&#39;s Biography</a> For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Judith Weinberg: Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken

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Joel here at Revived Studios is excited to launch a brand new podcast, Real Missionaries in Real Time.This show follows a group of missionaries throughout the year, giving you a window into what God is doing in missions right now. Each month, you’ll hear directly from them:<ul><li>what’s happening in their ministry</li><li>what’s been encouraging</li><li>what’s been challenging</li><li>what daily life really looks like</li><li>and how you can be praying</li></ul> Real Missionaries in Real Time invites you into the ongoing story of God’s work around the world, not as a recap, but as it unfolds in real time. Search “Real Missionaries in Real Time” in your favorite podcast app or follow one of the links below! Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1MfM9izIAMxHC3fE9Jew3W?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUmVHcnh1SjJ5VW1FRVZUa3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Lv_RrOOfC4fIw5XgXlGNuAlbOCrfwOpqtcQra2LGIF63SEO12wsX1zBVpaA_aem_itJ7uNVRDJEBrLyUFcBU8A" rel="nofollow">https://open.spotify.com/show/1MfM9izIAMxHC3fE9Jew3W</a> Apple: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-missionaries-in-real-time/id1894882019" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-missionaries-in-real-time/id1894882019</a> RSS Feed: <a href="https://anchor.fm/s/1119ae860/podcast/rss?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUmVHcnh1SjJ5VW1FRVZUa3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR79B-U-yakVJHtLxgC0QIz7M3pPnsvcPwfxJLslV_1Wo9f3tfVM00gEiAZboA_aem_6o0gRrRWKiOX8zLd8uUssw" rel="nofollow">https://anchor.fm/s/1119ae860/podcast/rss</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

New Podcast from Joel About Modern Missions - Real Missionaires in Real Time

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There are many, well-documented accounts of the persecution within the Roman Empire. Less is known about those in Persia. Listen to hear a little bit about what life was life for ancient Persians under Shah Shapur II. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7CvqcCbjE3tqHtd9Q1bU4K?si=1gFSCfWaTbCQHOjwurIAYA" rel="nofollow">Armenian Genocide Episode</a><a href="https://documentacatholicaomnia.eu/03d/0330-0410,_Aphrahat,_Demonstrations_[Schaff],_EN.pdf" rel="nofollow">Aphrahat the Persian Sage Writings</a><a href="https://revived-studios.printify.me/" rel="nofollow">Check out our newly updated shop</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Persian Persecutions Under Shah Shapur II

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&#34;If you wish to enlighten a room, you carry a light and set it down in it, and the darkness will disperse of itself.&#34;In 1848, Melinda Rankin went alone to the newly annexed Texas as a single woman, seeking to share the gospel in Mexico. *Disclaimer* Unfortunately, there was a fair bit of rain as this episode was recorded. Please enjoy the unintended ambience of Southeast Asia during the rainy season. <a href="https://revived-studios.printify.me/" rel="nofollow">Check out our newly updated shop</a>For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Melinda Rankin: First Protestant Missionary to Mexico

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Every year Elise is joined by Joel and Troy from Revived Thoughts to discuss the top 5 episodes of each podcast. We also found out who is better at church history trivia: Troy or Elise? Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Top 5 Episodes of 2025 (Feat. Revived Thoughts)

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From China’s war zones to a gospel movement in Taiwan and beyond, Dick Hillis learned that God’s strength begins where ours ends. This episode tells the remarkable story of how one man’s simple prayer—“Oh God, make me willing to go one mile farther”—became a life’s calling that reached across continents and generations. For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORSend us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com<a href="https://www.onechallenge.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Steel-in-His-Soul-The-Dick_Hillis-Story-By-Jan-Winebrenner-size.pdf" rel="nofollow">Steel in His Soul PDF</a><a href="https://revived-studios.printify.me/" rel="nofollow">Check out our newly updated shop</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Dick Hillis: One Mile Farther

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In the first episode after the summer break, Elise walks through the fascinating history of Korea in the late 1800s, during its isolationist period, and into the modern era. Listen to hear about the heritage of Christianity during often tumultuous times. For advertising requests or to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>OR Send us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com <a href="https://revived-studios.printify.me/" rel="nofollow">Check out our newly updated shop</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BYH9jYYZJ0dld5n4LyDt4?si=FvFzghgWR92HFw1-OF2ekw" rel="nofollow">Revived Thoughts Woodrow Wilson Part 1</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The History of Christianity in Korea

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William Carey is considered the Father of Modern Missions. He was born into very humble beginnings, worked as a shoemaker for 14 years and yet he is remembered as one of the greatest missionaries who ever lived. Listen to the conclusion of his story. For advertising requests or just to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>OR send us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

William Carey: On Thy Kind Arms I Fall

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William Carey is considered the Father of Modern Missions. He was born into very humble beginnings, worked as a shoemaker for 14 years and yet je is remembered as one of the greatest missionaries who ever lived. This is Part 1 of his story. <a href="https://revivedthoughts.com/podcast/revived-thoughts/episode/andrew-fuller-walking-in-faith" rel="nofollow">Andrew Fuller Sermon</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/77dYPHXKkaNl61raRbkd33?si=Tm7ZPZtVRA2xiNiEis3IlQ" rel="nofollow">Felix Carey Episode</a><a href="https://www.missionary.com/articles/trust-always-in-christ-william-careys-letter-to-his-son" rel="nofollow">Carey&#39;s Letter to His Son</a>For advertising requests or just to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>OR send us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

William Carey: Attempt Great Things

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Troy from the Revived Thoughts podcast joins Elise in a Revived Studios crossover episode where we discuss many of the often overlooked or unexpected parts of living overseas. Expect one or two things you&#39;ve maybe never thought about before.We also give an update for our summer plans!Our personal Facebook group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/followingthefrasiers" rel="nofollow">Following the Frasiers</a>Interested in partnering with us? <a href="https://give.missionquest.org/missionary/215" rel="nofollow">Tap here</a>For advertising requests or just to reach out:<a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORrevivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Behind The Slideshow: Part 2

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At the height of the transatlantic slave trade, Philip Quaque was sent to England to be educated and return to minister among his people in Ghana. He was employed by both his missions organization and slave traders. How did that all work? Listen to find out.For advertising requests or just to reach out: <a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>OR send us a message at:revivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Philip Quaque: Abandoned Missionary

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If you&#39;ve ever found yourself wondering about missionary efforts to the Mongol Empire, or wished to learn more about the history of the Mongols and their interactions with the Crusaders or Europe at large-- wait no longer. Listen and enjoy. For advertising requests or just to reach out:<a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORrevivedthoughts@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The History of Christianity to the Mongols

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Helen Roseveare was a medical missionary who worked in the Belgian Congo before, during and after the tumultuous independence movement. Listen now to hear the story of her 20 year ministry to the Congolese people. For advertising requests or just to reach out:<a href="https://www.revivedthoughts.com/contact-us.html" rel="nofollow">Contact Us</a>ORrevivedthoughts@gmail.com<a href="https://archive.org/details/givemethismounta0000rose" rel="nofollow">Give Me This Mountain</a><a href="https://archive.org/details/hegaveusvalley0000rose/page/188/mode/2up" rel="nofollow">He Gave Us a Valley</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5QcM0jGtls8qiBb1gM4DIh?si=fvC7TBkEQi2NGqginA74eA" rel="nofollow">Maria Fearing</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Nv5hiE7evDGfMVsgtEH4m?si=eJZMIFRqStqyC5-J9970pw" rel="nofollow">Henry M. Stanley *For more info on the Belgian Congo*</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xcvntuUuS8HDsnaQAbVVz?si=i6B4P57ZTm2eKkVg9cE7rw" rel="nofollow">C.T. Studd</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Helen Roseveare: Was it all Worthwhile?

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It&#39;s here! Every year Joel, Troy, and Elise come together and give our top 5 episodes of the year. We also play some Church History Trivia and discuss a huge milestone of the studio! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Martyrs and Missionaries + Revived Thoughts Top 5 Episodes of 2024

Ever wanted to know more about the Christians who came before us? The ones who answered the call and went to the far reaches of the globe, many paying the ultimate price? Elise takes you on a journey, following the lives of our Great Cloud of Witnesses.