The Asbury Revival 2 Years Later: Interview with Dr. Suzanne Nicholson

What makes a campus fall to its knees in worship for 16 straight days? Why do some places become sacred spaces where God repeatedly pours out His Spirit? Join us as we welcome Rev. Dr. Suzanne Nicholson, Professor of New Testament at Asbury University, to reflect on the remarkable 2023 Asbury Revival two years later and discuss her new book “Cooperating with the Holy Spirit.”

From the initial 16-day outpouring that captured global attention to the lasting impact on campus life and beyond, Dr. Nicholson shares unique insights as both an eyewitness and scholar studying revival movements. We’ll explore the theological foundations of revival, practical lessons for stewarding moves of God, and how this historic event fits into both Asbury’s legacy of revivals and the broader context of spiritual awakening in America.

0:00 Introduction
2:30 Introducing the Asbury Outpouring
7:58 Focus on Hughes Auditorium
12:36 The Gentle Spirit
16:25 Repentance and Transformation
22:27 God’s Movement Among Young People
34:11 Avoiding Emotionalism and Hype
41:12 Defining Revival and Outpouring
47:15 Why Asbury?
50:11 Wesleyan Roots and the Aldersgate Experience
52:54 The Purpose of Revival
1:06:21 Wrap Up