Reviving the Remnant - Hardcover

by David E. Woolverton (Author)

The world feels broken. Congregations are struggling. Hope seems scarce. Yet David Woolverton believes this is the perfect environment for God to do what God has always done--raise up a remnant to awaken his church. God never stops working--especially within situations that seem impossible. Reviving the Remnant recovers this hidden thread of renewal for today, showing how God uses ordinary, committed followers to awaken communities, revive hope, and restore what others have abandoned. Using biblical stories, historical figures, and modern examples, Woolverton shows how God moves through small, faithful groups of people who refuse to give up--ordinary followers who spark renewal, restore hope, and breathe life into what others have written off. It's not about programs or platforms. It's about courage, persistent faith, and moving with the Spirit in messy, real-world places. Whether they're leading a church or a small group or just living everyday life, this book will help all to recognize God's hidden work and step into it. Readers will learn how God will use even a few devoted voices--living faithfully, creatively, and boldly--to turn the tide, reignite communities, and leave a lasting impact far beyond what anyone imagined.

Author Biography

David E. Woolverton has been a pastor for over thirty-seven years, primarily serving churches facing turnaround situations. He has a doctorate in conflict leadership, serves as Affiliate Professor at Kairos University, and is a clergy mentor, workshop leader, and consultant in church conflict and transition. He is the author of Mission Rift: Leading Through Church Conflict (2021) and Prophet and Loss: Embracing Grief, Nurturing Resilience, and Harnessing Authentic Leadership (Wipf & Stock, 2024).