Reverb Recap 2024
As the 2024 Reverb season comes to a close, Word of Life celebrates a season of unforgettable moments and life-changing decisions for Christ. Across 13 all-night evangelistic events, 16,248 students and leaders attended, and 771 individuals made decisions to trust Jesus as their Savior. These numbers are more than mere stats – they represent lives forever transformed by the Gospel, the prayers of faithful supporters, and the boldness of students and leaders who invited their friends.
The Influence of An Older Brother
One of the most moving stories of the season comes from Kalamazoo, MI, where a high school student decided to place his faith in Christ. This student had been deeply influenced by his older brother, who trusted Christ during a Word of Life summer camp on The Island. He shared that his brother’s consistent prayer life, Bible reading, and example of faith made a lasting impact on him. At Reverb, he responded to the Gospel and surrendered his life to Jesus, highlighting the incredible ripple effect of a transformed family member’s testimony.
Stories from Everywhere
Reverb events are designed to create unforgettable experiences, connecting fun with the life-changing truth of the gospel. Stories from this season highlight how God worked in unexpected and powerful ways:
- In Cleveland, OH, a young lady who already had a connection with her youth leader realized during the Gospel presentation that she needed God’s forgiveness. That night, she trusted Jesus as her Savior.
- In Rochester, NY, a girl who boarded her church’s bus filled with anger and rebellion stepped forward during the invitation, admitting her need for change and placing her trust in Christ.
- In Rochester, NY, Malachi, a high school wrestler and future Word of Life Bible Institute student, brought several teammates to Reverb. One teammate, inspired by Malachi’s testimony, shared that he was tired of living a lie and accepted Christ that night.
Reverb 2024
Date & Location | Attendance | Salvation Decisions |
10/25 – Charlotte, NC | 305 | 9 |
11/01 – Springfield, MA | 787 | 61 |
11/01 – Kalamazoo, MI | 1,333 | 87 |
11/08 – Glens Falls, NY | 1,516 | 95 |
11/08 – Binghamton, NY | 1,772 | 62 |
11/08 – Rochester, NY | 2,191 | 65 |
11/08 – Orlando, FL | 1,468 | 22 |
11/15 – Hershey, PA | 1,984 | 136 |
11/15 – Roanoke, VA | 1,127 | 27 |
11/15 – Jacksonville, FL | 768 | 35 |
11/22 – Providence, RI | 1,309 | 95 |
11/22 – Atlanta, GA | 940 | 39 |
12/06 – Cleveland, OH | 748 | 38 |
Total Attendance: 16,248
Total Salvations: 771
Looking Ahead
The impact of Reverb extends far beyond one night. Every salvation decision represents a life forever changed and a new journey of faith. Word of Life is committed to partnering with churches and leaders to help these young believers grow in their relationships with Christ.
Thank you to everyone who prayed for and supported Reverb this season. Your faithfulness has made an eternal difference, and we look forward to seeing how God will continue to move through Reverb in 2025.
Please Pray
- Pray for the youth leaders and families discipling the new believers from Reverb.
- Pray for continued opportunities for Word of Life to partner with churches to share the Gospel.
- Pray for the planning and preparation of Reverb 2025, that even more lives will be transformed.
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