Voices of Revival - Shownotes

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Host: Bradley Higgins
Guest: Joshua Fontaine

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Rooted & Renewed: Rediscovering God After the Fall

In this deeply moving episode of Voices of Revival, host Bradley Higgins sits down with seasoned minister Joshua Fontaine for an unscripted and vulnerable conversation about the journey of ministry, the danger of burnout, and rediscovering true intimacy with God after personal failure. Joshua, a third-generation preacher and prophetic voice from Tampa, Florida, opens up about his early start in ministry, years of itinerant travel, and a humbling fall that ultimately led him back to a deeper, healthier walk with the Lord.

From stories of miracles and encounters with the Holy Spirit to the sobering reality of ministry without intimacy, Joshua shares hard-earned wisdom on the importance of being rooted in the Word while operating in the power of the Spirit. He warns against chasing affirmation, outlines the consequences of letting performance define our identity, and emphasizes the need for spiritual fathers and accountability to sustain long-term obedience.

As the conversation unfolds, both Joshua and Bradley reflect on their personal seasons of walking away from ministry—what it taught them, how it broke them, and how it led them back to saying “yes” to God for the right reasons. This episode is a lifeline for any believer wrestling with identity, shame, or disillusionment, and a powerful reminder that God never stops redeeming our story.

Joshua’s transparency and spiritual maturity shine as he challenges listeners to ask the right questions—not just “why is this happening?” but “what is God forming in me through it?” If you’re hungry for truth, clarity, and a revival that goes deeper than hype, this is a conversation you need to hear.

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Key Topics Covered:

• Rediscovering your “yes” to God after failure
   
• Balancing prophetic gifting with being rooted in Scripture
   
• Healing from performance-based ministry
   
• The necessity of spiritual fathers and community
   
• Overcoming shame and stepping back into obedience
   
• The danger of seeking affirmation through ministry
   
• Trusting God when you don’t understand the season you’re in
   

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Scripture References:

• Mark 9:24 – “I believe; help my unbelief!”
   
• 1 Corinthians 13:8 – “Love never fails… tongues will cease…”
   
• Romans 8:18 – “The sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory…”
   
• 2 Timothy 3:16 – The profitability of Scripture
   
• Proverbs 27:6 – “Wounds from a friend can be trusted…”
   
• Acts 3 – The healing of the lame man at the temple gate
   

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Practical Takeaways:

• Be honest with God. He can handle your questions.
   
• Prioritize the Word even in charismatic environments.
   
• Surround yourself with mentors who will keep you grounded.
   
• Don’t confuse affirmation with assignment.
   
• Trust that God still finishes what He starts—failure isn’t final.
   

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Most Powerful Quote:
“God can’t heal what we won’t let Him reveal.”