Awaken Network Intro Episode | S7
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Mar 31, 2026 Zach Meerkriebs, a leader in revival movements and Asbury steward with church planting and doctoral work on kairos leadership. He shares his testimony and how Asbury shaped his ministry. Conversation covers the character and cost of revival leaders, spiritual warfare behind outpourings, the role of encouragers and friendship, and bridging prayer movements with gospel-centered leadership.
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Zach's Personal Journey Into The Asbury Outpouring
- Zach Meerkreibs gave his testimony of finding Jesus in high school after a Jewish upbringing and later serving as a goalkeeping coach at Asbury University.
- He spoke in chapel on February 8, 2023, and unexpectedly found himself leading during the Asbury outpouring that followed.
God Comes Where He's Wanted Not Where Agendas Arrive
- John Tyson observed that God comes where He is wanted and won't share His presence with outsiders who bring their own agendas.
- That realization motivated creating Awaken Network to form a shared-heart team ready to steward outpourings without imposing foreign agendas.
Hidden Spiritual Warfare Behind Asbury
- Sam Gibson recounted meeting Zach after Asbury and hearing about severe spiritual warfare affecting Zach's young daughter.
- That back‑stage pain shaped their friendship and highlighted the hidden cost of stewarding an outpouring.