The Azusa Street Mission and Revival

The Birth of the Global Pentecostal Movement

By: Cecil M. Robeck

Narrated by: Barry Scott

Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins

Publisher's summary

In Azusa Street Mission and Revival, Cecil M. Robeck Jr. brings to bear expertise from decades of focused study in church history to reveal the captivating story of the Apostolic Faith Mission in Los Angeles, which became known as the Azusa Street Mission. From humble beginnings with few resources, this small, uniquely diverse, and inclusive congregation led by William J. Seymour ignited a fire that quickly grew into a blaze and spread across the world, giving rise to the global Pentecostal movement. Sifting through newspaper reports and other written accounts of the time as well as the mission's own publications, and through personal interaction with some of those blessed to stand very near to the fire that began at the mission, Cecil M. Robeck Jr. not only relates the historical significance of the revival but also captures the movement of the Holy Spirit that changed the face of modern Christianity.

©2017 Cecil M. Robeck (P)2017 Thomas Nelson Publishers

A Historical Tour de force

Two things astounded me about this book. One; how much I had learned over the past 40 years about the Azusa Street history without Robeck's book. Two; how very, very much I learned BY Robeck's book. Excellent and Riveting!

God centered brings revival

Loved hearing of the trasformed hearts, which brought about action. Loved hearing of hearts changed for missions. Loved hearing about the empowerment of Holy Spirit. I listened at 150 speed and my interest was kept to the end. Great book.

Regarding Revival

This book gives a thorough investigation and review of the early Pentecostal revival at the turn of the 20th century. Very interesting read!

Unexpected

Not at all what I expected, but really glad I stuck with it. I expected more accounts of the miracles and supernatural events that occurred during the revival. But I believe I learned a lot more reading the history of these amazing people, their commitment to spreading the gospel, and their tenacity under opposition. I highly recommend this book.

very good

loved it, full of information about history of the church and Revival And the history of Azusa street.

Pentecostal traditions

Definitely would recommend this read if you want to learn about your roots as a Pentecostal. Very detailed.

Amazing history!

Would have loved if he would have dug a little deeper by getting familial stories because it seemed a little repeated I. The conversation about Seymour’s relationship with the woman that started Portland’s mission. Great history! Great book!

Great perspectives

There was nothing to dislike about this book. The book gave many accounts of what happened during that area. Growing up I knew about the Azusa revival, I didn’t know what fueled it or hindered it. I also liked the commentator. Easy listen. 

Great story

Well-balanced and well-researched. Packed with insights on the conflicts among the forerunners of the Azusa mission revival.

So enlightening... and sobering

This book allows us to see inside a move of God that changed the world in a profound way. The author has done good research that gives details into the souls and mindsets of the key people. Sadly one sees how man’s inherently carnal nature affects what begins as a genuine move of God. Nevertheless I honor these precious souls who gave birth to a revival resulting in a gift of the Spirit that benefits us greatly. Such a gift is precious, enabling us to live in closer and deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.