LCU President Johnson leads Pine Grove revival

November 11, 2026

Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Mark Johnson led the Pine Grove Baptist Church fall revival Nov. 1-4 in the Ruby Community outside Pineville.

Johnson spoke on “The Sacrifice of Revival” from the Book of Nehemiah.

During the four-day, five-service revival, he used the biblical account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Johnson emphasized that revival must begin within individuals before spreading to families, churches and communities.

“Revival must begin in us before God can work through us,” Johnson said.

His key teaching points were:

  • Revival begins with personal spiritual transformation.
  • Nehemiah responded to brokenness with weeping, mourning, fasting, and prayer.
  • Genuine revival requires repentance, obedience, sacrifice, and action.
  • Spiritual renewal involves rebuilding what has been broken and restoring what has been neglected.

“Under the leadership of Pastor Dick Swain, Pine Grove Baptist Church began preparing for revival several weeks in advance through intentional prayer,” Johnson said.

The congregation also hosted a community pig roast before the revival began, providing an opportunity for fellowship, outreach, and community engagement. These activities reflected the church’s commitment to spiritual preparation and to bringing the community together before the revival services.

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Media Release     |     November 11, 2026     |     Pineville, Louisiana
Contact: Dr. Elizabeth B. Clarke, Director of University Communications | Elizabeth.clarke@lcuniversity.edu