Revival Begins at Home: Building a Kingdom Family
Revival isn’t born in churches or conferences—it starts in the everyday moments of faith lived out at home.
Revival. It’s a word that stirs hope, passion, and longing for something more—a deep and transformative movement of God. But what if I told you that revival doesn’t start in a packed church or a stadium filled with worshipers? What if revival starts with family?
For my family, this has always been our reality, even before we had words to describe it. When others began calling us a “Kingdom Family,” I realized they were recognizing something we hadn’t yet named ourselves. The things we did as a family—prayer, worship, communion, reading the Word—weren’t forced or scheduled. They simply flowed from our love for God. It wasn’t about a checklist; it was our lifestyle.
A Legacy of Faith Starts at Home
Before I met my husband, I had a very clear picture of what I wanted in a partner. I wrote down my list, and at the top were these three things:
He had to be a man after God’s own heart.
He needed to love the Lord more than he loved me.
(Honestly, I can’t even remember the third one—LOL!)
When my now-husband checked off those boxes, I didn’t realize how those attributes would ripple through our family. Coming from a Catholic upbringing, steeped in traditions and rituals, I never imagined the kind of spiritual inheritance that would flow into my children through a home centered on a personal relationship with Jesus.
Fast forward to now, and I see the fruit of that foundation in ways that both humble and amaze me. Our son casually lays his hands on his dad’s head to pray over him, our middle daughter follows suit, and even our youngest joins in. They’ve grown up seeing prayer, worship, and reading the Word as normal, not because we told them they had to, but because they saw us doing it.
When Revival Becomes a Family Affair
When it comes to Kingdom life, we do it together. We look at our family as a team. When we evangelize, we do it together. When we pray for others, we do it together. When one of us feels burdened or weary, we rally around them, praying and lifting each other up.
Of course, it’s not always possible to do everything together—life happens, schedules conflict—but when we can, we do. And in those moments, I’m reminded of how God designed the family to be a unit, reflecting His heart for unity and love.
For us, “together” isn’t just about proximity; it’s about shared purpose. It’s about walking in step with one another and with God, whether that’s praying for a stranger, worshiping in our living room, or sharing a meal while talking about what God is doing in our lives.
The Bible reminds us in Ecclesiastes 4:12:
“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.”
When a family is united in faith and purpose, they become that unbreakable cord. They embody God’s heart for revival—not only as individuals, but as a collective force that brings His Kingdom wherever they go.
Children Model What They See
The question I get asked most often is:
“How does your son know the Bible so well?”
My answer is always the same:“Because he loves to read it.”
When people ask how we got him to read the Bible, I realize they’re looking for a formula. But there isn’t one. He sees us reading it—especially his father—and he follows what he sees.
This truth is both inspiring and convicting, Children don’t follow what they’re told; they model what they see.
In Deuteronomy 6:6-7, God gives this command to His people:
“These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”
Faith isn’t meant to be compartmentalized. It’s not something we “do” at church or in quiet moments—it’s meant to saturate every part of our lives. And as parents, the most powerful way to teach faith is to live it.
What Does Revival in a Kingdom Family Look Like?
For me, being a Revival Kingdom Family means allowing our home to be a place where God’s presence is central. It means modeling what it looks like to love and follow Jesus in every aspect of life—not perfectly, but authentically.
Our middle daughter Avery Worshipping in our living room
It’s praying over each other, not out of obligation but out of love.
It’s worshiping together, whether in song, in laughter, or even in the quiet moments.
It’s creating an environment where faith is not something we "add on," but the foundation of who we are.
It’s showing our children that walking with God is a team effort, and that revival starts with saying “yes” as a family.
Revival in a Kingdom Family doesn’t mean we never face struggles. It means we invite God into those struggles. It means we repent, forgive, and grow together. Revival starts with hearts turned toward God, and when it begins at home, it creates ripples that extend far beyond.
Real and raw lol no aesthetics, just family Worship
Take a Moment: Reflecting on Revival in Everyday Living
As you consider what revival could look like in your own family, take some time to reflect:
Is faith modeled in your home as a lifestyle or a checklist?
How are you inviting God into the everyday moments of family life?
What unspoken lessons are your children learning from what they see in you?
How can you cultivate an environment where God’s presence is central?
Join the Conversation: Let’s Share, Learn, and Grow Together
Revival doesn’t have to be a grand, external event—it can start in the quiet, sacred moments of everyday life. How does this resonate with you? What does revival in your family look like, or what would you like it to become?
I’d love to hear your thoughts, reflections, and stories. Share them in the comments or hit reply to join the conversation. Let’s encourage one another as we seek to build Kingdom Families that reflect God’s love and bring His revival into the world.
With grace and love,
Jessica