WILLIAM SEYMOUR AZUSA STREET REVIVAL
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THE AZUSA STREET PAPERS (APOSTOLIC FAITH)
The Azusa Street Papers are the original 13 newsletter style magazines that William Seymour and the Apostolic Faith Mission sent out, documenting the work of God at Azusa and around the world from 1906-1908.
Not only will these papers give you a first-hand look at early Pentecostalism, they will encourage your faith and inspire you to believe God for revival today!
• This special edition includes PICTURES from Azusa Street, the original newsletter and more!
7 CLASSICS ON REVIVAL
You may also be interested in our best-selling classic on revival:
This powerful volume brings together 7 of the best Classic writings on REVIVAL. Penned by men and women of God who were eye-witnesses to revival, these books will stir your heart and challenge you to pray and believe for a move of God today!
The following seven classics are included in this volume in their entirety:
1. NARRATIVE OF THE SURPRISING WORK OF GOD – by Jonathan Edwards. Edwards (1703 –1758) was one of America’s greatest theologians and one of the leaders in the First Great Awakening which saw thousands swept into the Kingdom of God. This account gives a first-hand report of the revival as it swept through Northampton and New England.
2. LECTURES ON REVIVALS OF RELIGION – by Charles Finney. Penned in 1868 after decades of seeing God move in revival power in the Second Great Awakening, this is a must read for anyone truly seeking to see lives and communities transformed for God!
3. HANDBOOK ON REVIVALS – by Henry Fish. An in-depth compendium on revival – what it is and how to prepare for one. Fish looks at past revivals and provides answers to various objections, giving practical and sound advice. He also looks at the importance of prayer, preaching, singing, evangelism and follow-up.
4. AWAKENING IN WALES AND THE HIDDEN SPRINGS – by Jessie Penn-Lewis. A first-hand account of the roots of the Welsh Revival from someone who knew Evan Roberts personally.
5. THE WELSH REVIVAL – by W.T.Stead and G Campbell Morgan. Stead and Morgan were eyewitnesses of the mighty Welsh revival, seeing its power and the transformation it brought. Written in 1905 it documents how the revival began, its impact and includes personal interviews with Evan Roberts, the ‘leader’ of the revival.
6. AZUSA STREET (How Pentecost Came to Los Angeles) – by Frank Bartleman. Written in 1925 almost two decades after the initial outpouring of the Spirit at Azusa Street, Bartleman gives a first-hand look into the early days of the revival and the part he played in helping to prepare the way for this move of God.
7. THE REVIVAL WE NEED – by Oswald J Smith. A powerful book written in 1925 by the founder of the People’s Church in Toronto, Canada, this is a passionate and earnest account of what it will take to see God move in reviving power in our day!
**BONUS: THE WAY TO PENTECOST – by Samuel Chadwick. Penned in 1932 just before his death, this is a deep look at what it will take to see true revival happen in our day. The Way To Pentecost was a favorite of Leonard Ravenhill.
Discover the rest of our 7 CLASSICS SERIES here.
THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF WILLIAM SEYMOUR
William Seymour (1870-1922) was an influential African-American pastor and key figure in the Azusa Street Revival, which played a crucial role in the early 20th-century Pentecostal movement. Seymour’s life and legacy continue to inspire believers around the world.
Born in Louisiana in 1870, Seymour overcame racial barriers and personal challenges to become a prominent leader in the Holiness movement. He embraced the teachings of sanctification and sought a deeper experience of the Holy Spirit’s power.
In 1906, Seymour was invited to pastor a small church in Los Angeles, which soon became the epicenter of the Azusa Street Revival. The revival was marked by extraordinary manifestations of the Holy Spirit, including speaking in tongues, healings, and powerful worship. It drew people from various racial, social, and denominational backgrounds, breaking down barriers and fostering unity.
The Azusa Street Revival, led by Seymour, is widely regarded as one of the most significant events in Christian history. It sparked the global spread of the Pentecostal movement, impacting millions of believers and leading to the establishment of Pentecostal and charismatic denominations worldwide.
Seymour’s emphasis on the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the manifestation of spiritual gifts became central to the Pentecostal movement’s theology. His teachings and writings, including his newsletter called “The Apostolic Faith,” influenced generations of believers seeking a deeper experience of God’s presence and power.
Seymour’s legacy also extends to his influence on racial equality within the Church. In a time of racial segregation and discrimination, the Azusa Street Revival challenged racial barriers as people of different races worshipped together and received the Holy Spirit’s infilling. Seymour’s commitment to unity and equality laid a foundation for future efforts to address racial injustice within the Church.
William Seymour’s life and ministry continue to impact the Christian world. His passion for the Holy Spirit’s work, his emphasis on unity and racial reconciliation, and his role in the birth of the global Pentecostal movement make him a significant figure in Christian history. Seymour’s legacy inspires believers to seek the fullness of the Holy Spirit and embrace the power of unity and love in advancing the Kingdom of God.