The Asbury Revival, sometimes known as the Asbury Outpouring, is a spiritual phenomenon that has significantly impacted the lives of many at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky, as well as the thousands who traveled to to Wilmore in order to participate in it. This Christian revival, emerging in 2022, is recognized for its intense and transformative nature, marked by profound encounters with the Holy Spirit. The movement has not only revitalized the faith of individuals but also reignited a communal pursuit towards a more profound Christianity, rooted in the values of faith, hope, and love.
Asbury University, the birthplace of this revival, is an institution grounded in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. The university, named after the renowned Methodist preacher Francis Asbury, is not officially affiliated with any denomination. Instead, it stands as a non-denominational institution that upholds conservative Christian values, embodying a commitment to evangelical Wesleyan doctrines.
The term Asbury Revival derives from the university’s rich history of spiritual awakenings, with its name paying homage to both the location and the spiritual legacy of Francis Asbury. The university has a history of similar transformative events, notably in 1907, 1970, and 1996, each marked by fervent prayer and collective spiritual renewal.
The 2022 Asbury Revival
The Asbury Revival of 2022 commenced unexpectedly during a routine prayer night in Hughes Auditorium. It was not led by prominent preachers or planned by the university administration. Instead, it was a spontaneous, student-led gathering that extended beyond the planned time, indicating an organic and heartfelt yearning for spiritual renewal. This gathering quickly transformed into an ongoing event, with the chapel filled to capacity, leading to the cancellation of classes for a continuous 144 hours to accommodate the overwhelming response.
