Augustine's Confessions

Interview with Dr. Mark Chironna: Reclaiming Christ's Servant Leadership in an Age of Celebrity Christianity

In an age of celebrity pastors and consumer Christianity, Dr. Mark Chironna issues a profound call to return to Jesus's model of servant leadership—a timely message for a church caught between cultural captivity and authentic kingdom witness. During a recent Kingdom Reformation session, Dr. Chironna shared insights from his five decades of ministry on how Western Christianity has drifted toward corporate models that reflect America more than Christ. His analysis offers both diagnosis and prescription: a return to the ancient paths of Jesus-centered, cruciformity based living and ministry. 📺 Want to experience the full depth of this transformative conversation? Become a paid subscribe to access the complete video and join a community committed to authentic kingdom leadership and access the video and notes. Sign up at https://KingdomReformation.org [https://KingdomReformation.org]

Augustine's Confessions

Augustine's Confessions, translated and edited by Albert C. Outler, is a profound exploration of Augustine's spiritual journey and relationship with God. The text is structured as a sustained prayer and self-examination, not a straightforward autobiography. Augustine recounts pivotal moments from his youth and intellectual development, revealing his struggles with worldly desires and his eventual conversion to Christianity. He examines themes of love, loss, sin, and the nature of evil, often through personal anecdotes and reflections on scripture. The work also includes philosophical inquiries into concepts such as memory, time, and creation, all within the framework of Augustine's growing understanding of divine grace. Ultimately, Confessions serves as a testament to God's pervasive presence and transformative power in Augustine's life.

🎙️ Integrating Revival, Discipleship, and Evangelism

🔥 Episode Summary Join our community at https://Kingdomreformation.org [https://Kingdomreformation.org] In this episode, we dive into a vital message for today’s Church: we must recover the full rhythm of Kingdom life by integrating revival, discipleship, and evangelism. When these three elements flow together, we don’t just gather crowds—we multiply disciples, ignite communities, and advance the Gospel with lasting impact. ⛪ KEY THEMES COVERED 1. REVIVAL – MORE THAN AN EVENT Revival is not just about goosebumps and altar calls — it's about the manifest presence of God transforming lives, churches, and cities. Glenn reminds us that sustained revival must be stewarded well, so it leads to true spiritual formation and mission. > “You can’t disciple what hasn’t first been awakened. Revival sets the heart on fire. Discipleship shapes that fire into purpose.” – Glenn Bleakney 2. DISCIPLESHIP – WHERE FORMATION HAPPENS Revival starts the journey, but discipleship makes it sustainable. Jesus never separated revival power from relational discipleship. In this episode, we explore the importance of intentional community, biblical teaching, and spiritual formation. > “Jesus didn’t say go make converts. He said go make disciples. That requires time, investment, and walking with people in truth and grace.” 3. EVANGELISM – OVERFLOW OF A REVIVED LIFE The Great Commission is the natural outflow of a life shaped by revival and discipleship. When believers are empowered by the Holy Spirit and formed through discipleship, evangelism becomes a lifestyle, not just a church program. > “We don’t evangelise out of obligation—we evangelise out of overflow.” 🔄 THE BIG IDEA: INTEGRATION, NOT ISOLATION The Church needs all three — not just one. Revival awakens, discipleship forms, and evangelism multiplies. Glenn paints a picture of a Kingdom ecosystem where: * 🔥 Revival fuels passion. * 📖 Discipleship builds depth. * 🌍 Evangelism sends people into mission. When these flow together, the Church becomes unstoppable. 📌 QUOTES TO REMEMBER * “Don’t separate what Jesus always integrated.” * “The fire of revival must lead to the fruit of discipleship.” * “Evangelism is not hype — it’s the harvest of a healthy church.” 👣 NEXT STEPS ✅ Share this with your team or home group This message is a great conversation starter for any church or ministry wanting to realign with New Testament priorities. ✅ Subscribe + Leave a Review It helps get the message of Kingdom Reformation to more people hungry for revival and reformation. 🙏 FINAL ENCOURAGEMENT It’s time to build churches that carry the fire, walk in truth, and multiply disciples. Let’s stop choosing between revival, discipleship, and evangelism — and start living out all three. Together, we can see cities transformed and nations discipled.

Beyond Sunday: Building a True Family Church

Tired of church feeling like a performance? Join us as we explore what makes a genuine "Family Church" – moving beyond superficial programs to create real connection and growth. We'll contrast this with "Fantasy Churches" focused on activities and "Factory Churches" driven by programs rather than people. Learn how God's vision for church as family empowers every member to fulfill their purpose. We'll discuss spiritual parenting, the five essential gifts found in healthy families (identity, community, maturity, responsibility, and destiny), and practical ways to build a culture of authentic family in your church. Discover how to create structures that support genuine community while growing, develop future leaders, and build a church that truly impacts its community. If your church closed tomorrow, would anyone notice? Join us to find out how to make that answer a resounding "yes." Join the Community for free! KingdomReformation.org [https://KingdomReformation.org]

The Five-Fold Church: Recovering Ancient Ministry Gifts for Modern Times

In this deep dive discussion, we explore Glenn Bleakney's teaching on the idea that modern churches may be lacking a vital element, particularly in connecting with younger generations who exhibit spiritual hunger alongside a distrust of institutions. The conversation introduces Glenn Bleakney's perspective, which suggests the church has adopted a corporate mindset that prioritizes efficiency over relationships and genuine discipleship. Bleakney proposes a return to the biblical five-fold ministry gifts from Ephesians 4—apostle, prophet, evangelist, shepherd, and teacher—arguing they are not mere titles but essential gifts for equipping the church and advancing God's kingdom. Our discussion unpacks Bleakney's understanding of the significance of the number five and how these gifts, exemplified by Jesus, should function collaboratively within the church to foster growth, unity, and outward mission, ultimately fulfilling Christ's purpose to "fill all things." For those interested in practical application, Kingdom Reformation offers resources aligned with these teachings to help churches rediscover this biblical framework for ministry and discipleship.