Presence Pioneers

Is religion a good thing or a bad thing? Scripture says that there is a "pure and undefiled religion" (James 1:27), but that also means there is also an impure form of religion.In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Gunter Akridge about the "dark side" of religion - how to know if you're trapped in it and how to get free from its lies.About the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer - because God’s presence changes everything! For more, check the links below:FREE E-Book on Fasting & Prayer from Jonathan Friz & Matthew Lilley ⚠️Bonus episodes, premium content, books, articles and e-courses  

How can be more consistent and disciplined in our time with God, prayer and reading the Bible? What is the secret of the secret place? And which is more important - raw hunger for God or spiritual discipline (even when we don't feel it)?In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Jake Kail, author of Living from The Secret Place, about his personal journey of waking up early to cultivate a deeper, intimate relationship with the Lord. If you want to grow in prayer and learn practical tips on how to cultivate a more consistent relationship with the Lord, you don't want to miss this conversation!About the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. For more, check the links below:FREE E-Book on Fasting & Prayer from Jonathan Friz & Matthew Lilley ⚠️Bonus episodes, premium content, books, articles and e-courses  

We are excited to announce the launch of Presence Pioneers Premium, our brand new subscriber community!Sign up here!What’s included in PP Premium?➡️ Get exclusive, premium content such as bonus podcast episodes, exclusive articles, early releases and more (such as part 2 of our recent podcast episode with Robin Dillamore on the Theology of David’s Tabernacle).➡️We will be launching our first full blown e-course in 2024, with more to come. Paid subscribers will have unlimited access to all future Presence Pioneers e-courses.➡️Participate in the interactive online community (hosted on Substack). Like & comment on the exclusive content and interact with others who are on this journey with you.➡️Joining PP Premium allows you to sow generously into our ministry and partner with us to equip the Church with resources related to prayer and revival. Thank you!Click here to start your free trial today!P.S. As our PP Premium library of resources grows, we will be increasing the cost to reflect the increasing value.

⚠️ Watch Part 2 of this interview on Presence Pioneers Premium⚠️Robin Dillamore wrote his master's thesis on the theology of the tabernacle of David. This obscure topic is vital in helping you understand how God wants you to worship and accomplish the the mission He has given you. In this episode Matthew Lilley (who wrote a book called David's Tabernacle) discusses with Robin the significance of King David's worship tent and how it should influence New Testament Christian worship. Robin and his wife Claire lead Burn 24-7 UK, a ministry dedicated to raising up furnace of worship and prayer in the United Kingdom. ⚠️ Watch Part 2 of this interview on Presence Pioneers Premium⚠️About the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. For more, check the links below:FREE E-Book on Fasting & Prayer from Jonathan Friz & Matthew Lilley ⚠️Bonus episodes, prem

Chris Ngai has seen an extraordinary work of God take place at Arizona State University through 24/7 prayer, and now God is launching a year of 24/7 prayer and unity on college campuses across America. In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Chris about the incredible revival stories Chris experienced at ASU And the brand new Pray Campus [America] initiative. Pray Campus America is a united family of revival seeking to host the presence of God for the transformation of college campuses and the awakening of a generation to the purposes of God. They are hosting a year of 24/7 worship and prayer on the 247th year of America. Learn more at praycampus.org/// About This Podcast ///The Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. The podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers & this podcast at fundprayer.com.Subs

Does God still have a unique purpose for Israel and the Jewish people? How can we understand God's biblical narrative and participate in what He is doing? How should Christians respond to the war in Israel and Gaza?These are the questions that we address on this episode where Matthew Lilley interviews Andrew Faletti, the prayer room director at Gatecity Church in Atlanta, GA. Gatecity has been hosting 24/7 prayer with live worship for over 15 years. Learn more at https://www.gatecityatl.comAbout the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

Chris Burns has led revivals on Bourbon Street, hosted worship festivals in San Francisco and built houses of prayer in rural Ohio. Now he's a.... megachurch pastor?In this episode, Matthew Lilley interviews Chris about his journey over the last few years of serving as a campus pastor of Bethany Church in Louisiana and how this has helped his family. Worship Leaders: Chris also shares about what it means to "host God's presence" with our worship and the value of learning to be a priest before God.Links from this EpisodeBurns MinistriesChris' Altars E-CourseAbout the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

What is your eternal and original purpose? God has created humanity to be stewards of His presence and kingdom on the earth. Adam was the first priest and the Garden of Eden was the first temple. Though our original purpose as a "royal priesthood" was tainted by sin, through Christ we can be restored to our original purpose as a kingdom of priests to God forever. Today's podcast episode is a teaching by Matthew Lilley recorded at YWAM Boston in the summer of 2023.About the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

Is there hope for the American Church? Zack Hensley thinks so. He has been consulting with pastors and hosting the Beautiful Church podcast, and he is seeing signs of life for revival in the United States.Zack believes one of the keys for renewal and awakening in the body of Christ is an awareness of the "present-ness" of God. What is the difference between God's presence and His present-ness? Tune in to find out and hear some awesome testimonies of how the Spirit of God is moving across America.Learn more about Zack and Ephesus Ministries at https://www.zackhensley.comAbout the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

Ryan Hall is the co-writer of the song "Worthy of It All" and the director of the Franklin Prayer House, where they host over 70 hours of prayer with live worship every week. In this interview Matthew Lilley interviews Ryan about juggling his creative side, his heart to pastor people and his calling as a leader of a ministry organization. Ryan also shares some of his journey into ministry and vital lessons learned along the way. If you're a songwriter, creative, worship leader or a ministry leader, you don't want to miss this encouraging, funny and insightful episode!Links from this EpisodeLearn more about Ryan and his musicFranklin Prayer HouseAbout the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch

Hear the incredible of story of the introverted drug addict who became a house of prayer director and bold evangelist! In this episode Matthew Lilley interviews Brandon McKenzie, the director of Harvest House of Prayer in Columbus, Georgia. Harvest House of Prayer is part of an evangelistic ministry called Take The City, and they are seeing God do incredible miracles in people's lives as prayer, worship and missions flow together to lift up Jesus in their city.Learn more about Harvest House of Prayer and Take the City.About the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

What happens when God won't answer your own prayers to heal your daughter's health, but He is calling you to launch a global 24/7 prayer initiative? That is the journey of Brian Alarid, the founder of America Prays and World Prays.In this interview Matthew Lilley interviews Brian about his journey from a local pastor to mobilizing local churches to unite in day and night prayer across cities and regions. With passion and transparency, Brian opens up about his own struggles with unanswered prayer in the midst of leading a global movement.Links from this EpisodeBrian Alarid's websiteAmerica PraysAbout the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

Ryan Delling brings together houses of prayer and worshiping communities in the New York City region for 12+ hours of worship and prayer - sometimes in a tent in Times Square! In this episode Matthew Lilley interviews Ryan about the amazing things God is doing in the New York City area, the importance of humility & unity, and what it will take to bring the generations together in worship.About RyanRyan founded a ministry called The Altar and is the worship director at Resting Place House of Prayer in New Jersey. Learn more about Ryan and the Altar at https://www.dellingministry.comAbout the PodcastThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything. This podcast is produced by Presence Pioneers Media and funded by our generous partners. Support Presence Pioneers and this podcast at fundprayer.com.Watch the podcast on Youtube

Hear amazing stories of what God is doing with prayer & missions in the nations!➡️ Hamas terorrists coming to Jesus➡️100+ 24/7 prayer towers across Indonesia➡️ An unprecedented harvest of souls among the Muslim, Buddhist and Hindu people➡️ A historic wave of intercession for the Jewish people to put their faith in Jesus and more!Jason Hubbard joins Matthew Lilley to share about what is happening with the global day and night prayer movement around the world. Jason is the director of the International Prayer Connect (IPC), a network of prayer networks around the globe that represents hundreds of millions of intercessors.Along with sharing testimonies of how God is stirring prayer and answering prayer, Jason speaks about the current conflict happening in Israel and Gaza. How should Christians be praying for the Jewish and Arab people in a wise and biblical way?Links from this EpisodeInternational Prayer ConnectThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, exists to help you experience and host Go

Are you in the midst of a painful or challenging season? Be sure to tune in to today's episode! Matthew Lilley interviews special guest Jonathan Friz about his new book,10 Days: Unlikely Story of a Global Movement Mourning for the Return of Jesus. Jonathan share some encouraging stories of the good and bad seasons of his life.Get the 10 Days book here: https://www.10days.net/bookAbout the 10 Days book:Starting in 2004 with a visionary experience, this account tells both the good and the bad of a journey with God to see a seemingly impossible vision come to pass. The book highlights not only supernatural signs but also tragic mistakes, painful trials, and bewildering pitfalls that lead to what looks like complete failure. Through it all, the incredible faithfulness and miraculous provision of God are on display in some of the least likely situations.This book will be especially helpful for those who have experienced both a deep passion and love for God as well as significant setbacks that have left them pe

If you sometimes find prayer HARD or BORING, this is the episode for you. Special guest host Jonathan Friz interviews Matthew Lilley about his new book, Enjoying Prayer.Get the paperback, e-book or audiobook at http://enjoyingprayer.comAbout the Enjoying Prayer book:The prophet Isaiah makes a stunning claim that God’s people can find joy in His house of prayer. Yet for many Christians, their experience of prayer is not joy but boredom or frustration. Where is the disconnect? God’s promise of joyful prayer can easily be hijacked by common hindrances such as a wrong view of God, a lack of identity, religiosity, the busyness of life and isolation from Christian community. Enjoying Prayer exposes these hindrances and provides a biblical roadmap for a thriving prayer life. Through keys such as intimacy with God, a foundation of worship, and a praying community, you can begin to enter into the joyful prayer that is promised to every believer. It’s time to start enjoying prayer!Another new book! Be sure to check out

All across the earth, God is raising up communities that are gathering for hours and hours of prayer meetings every week. Why is this happening? And what does it have to do with you? Brad Stroup, the founder of the Prayer Room DFW, returns to the podcast to share an update about the "house of prayer" phenomenon that is happening around the world in the 21st century. Matthew Lilley interviews Brad about his own journey as a leader, and they discuss a recent house of prayer summit that took place in Dallas. What was God speaking at that gathering? What is the status of the house of prayer movement in the United States? And how does an everyday Christian participate in this exciting move of God? Learn all that and more in this episode. Learn more about Brad's ministryThe Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, is helping you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything.Watch the podcast on YoutubeFree PDF Guide on David's Ta

Teaching from Matthew Lilley recorded live at YWAM Boston in June 2023.The Presence Pioneers Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, is helping you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything.Free PDF Guide on David's Tabernacle ⛺https://mailchi.mp/66cac506600c/davidstabernacleFree E-Book - The House of Prayer & The Praying Church

This was recorded live for the Cloud Summit on Zoom on April 15, 2023.The Presence Pioneer Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, is helping you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything.Free PDF Guide on David's Tabernacle ⛺https://mailchi.mp/66cac506600c/davidstabernacleFree E-Book - The House of Prayer & The Praying Church

The Presence Pioneer Podcast, hosted by Matthew Lilley, is helping you experience and host God’s presence through worship and prayer. Because God’s presence changes everything.This episode was recorded for a 10 Days (10days.net) teaching class on Zoom on May 27, 2021.Free PDF Guide on David's Tabernacle ⛺https://mailchi.mp/66cac506600c/davidstabernacleFree E-Book - The House of Prayer & The Praying Church