Voices of Revival - Shownotes

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 Guest: Prophet Ryan Johnson
Host: Bradley Higgins

Title: "Word-Rooted Prophecy: A Conversation with Prophet Ryan Johnson"

In Episode 6 of Voices of Revival, Bradley Higgins is joined by Prophet Ryan Johnson for a piercing, honest, and Spirit-led conversation about restoring reverence for the Word of God, stewarding prophetic revelation, and defining success in ministry through Kingdom lenses—not cultural ones.

Ryan unpacks the urgent need for biblical grounding within the prophetic movement and the dangers of elevating feelings and "fresh downloads" over Scripture. He shares how his own ministry journey—from local pastor to itinerant prophetic voice—has been marked by a deep commitment to accountability, discipleship, and the authority of God’s written Word.

Whether you're a pastor discouraged by what seems like lack of fruit, a believer confused by modern prophetic voices, or someone wrestling with the difference between “good” and “God,” this episode is full of correction, clarity, and conviction.

• Why biblical illiteracy is the Church’s silent crisis
   
• How prophetic ministry without the Word invites error and deception
   
• A Kingdom definition of success—and why numbers aren’t always proof of health
   
• Why prophetic voices need accountability and testing, not platforms
   
• Practical advice for those receiving dreams, visions, or words from God
   
• The tension between Spirit and Word in revival culture—and why both are required
   
• How to navigate regions that resist fivefold ministry and apostolic voices
   
• The false dichotomy of “legalism vs. liberty” when returning to Scripture
   

• Joel 1–2
   
• Matthew 23:37
   
• John 1
   
• Romans 6
   
• Hebrews
   
• 1 Corinthians 14:29
   
• Galatians 5:9
   
• Revelation 1
   
• John 6
   
• Matthew 7:22–23
   

• Start in John: Ryan recommends new believers and those unfamiliar with Scripture begin with the Gospel of John—read it multiple times before branching into other books.
   
• Test Every Word: Use Scripture to test dreams, visions, and prophetic words. Rhema never contradicts Logos.
   
• Build in Community: True accountability must be given, not enforced. Let trusted voices speak into your walk.
   
• Demonstrate First, Define Later: In regions resistant to prophetic or apostolic language, lead by example and let fruit provoke curiosity before using heavy language.
   
• The Word Protects: Knowing Scripture guards against deception, no matter how “anointed” something sounds.
   

“We are the most Bible-accessible generation in history—and yet we might be the most biblically ignorant. The enemy isn’t afraid of your gifting; he’s terrified of your grounding.”