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Published on: 2/13/2004
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Conversation with John Kilpatrick
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John Kilpatrick: The blessings and challenges of revival (August 19, 2001)
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John Kilpatrick, pastor of Brownsville Assembly of God in Pensacola, Fla., recently sat down with Hal Donaldson, editor in chief, to discuss the status of the "Brownsville Revival," which has seen more than 150,000 people respond to altar calls for salvation.
Evangel: Because some of the media attention has waned, people are wondering if the revival is continuing.
Kilpatrick: We continue to experience a powerful move of the Spirit.And we continue to see large crowds.In fact, this week we had one of the most powerful services of the revival.
Evangel: How has the revival affected the church body?
Kilpatrick: Over the last six years, many of our people have been called to the mission field or to work in other churches.I also think evangelism is more on the minds of our people.They want to be used by God.
Evangel: What is the weekly service schedule?
Kilpatrick: Wednesday night is family night with Royal Rangers, Missionettes and youth.
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Kilpatrick: It certainly changed it, because you're not going to find too many people as passionate about souls as Steve Hill.But the crowds have remained strong, and the Spirit is moving.
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Kilpatrick: Yes, we have.
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Kilpatrick: It still happens some.
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Kilpatrick: Absolutely - and some people have been offended when we've had to bring correction.
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Kilpatrick: Well, when the revival started we had 23 on staff.
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Kilpatrick: You begin to see phases of revival in the lives of people.
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Kilpatrick: Yes, I wouldn't have responded to criticism.A few times I did, and I regret it because it may have misrepresented my heart and done a disservice to the revival.There are probably other mistakes that people could point out, but I think any pastor would have felt the revival was much greater than [his ability and wisdom].
Evangel: Where do you believe the Holy Spirit is leading the church now?
Kilpatrick: I believe Brownsville Assembly will always be a place where there is a moving of the Holy Spirit.