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"Rains of Revival" by Mark & Sarah Tillman: Washing Away Every Idol


Are you thirsty for something more, a change that gives more meaning to life? Mark & Sarah Tillman's "Rains of Revival" calls us back to repentance, to the simple Gospel, to be the hands and feet. This is one of the songs featured on their compilation album, "The Story So Far - The Collection," which is filled with all the songs they have released so far.

Mark & Sarah Tillman - Rains of RevivalThe song begins with a confession we all need to make at least once in our relationship with God: "Oh God we're crying out! Our hearts are desperate for You!" In other words, this isn't polite Sunday morning singing. This is about an honest hunger for God to be present in all parts of our lives. But most of all, this song confronts our hidden idols. 

After more than a decade of ministry, Mark & Sarah Tillman understand how even good things can become idols, distracting our focus from the Most High. The lyrics plead: "Rains of revival, wash every idol away!" Standing in this downpour requires surrender.

Instead of using complicated theology, the song returns us to the simple Gospel - a gospel that everyone is able to understand. The song uses imagery of "mountains to valleys" and "winter to spring," to remind us that God fills everything. "God Your on the move // It's what we asked You for // It's what You said You would do."

So, here's your invitation: Let this tidal wave of worship wash over you. Listen actively. Sing along loudly. Let God remove the idols in your heart and live. The rains of revival are already pouring down… will you stand in them?

(Related scripture: Ezekiel 36:25-26; 1 John 5:21; Acts 3:19)

Background:

“Rains of Revival” is the brand new track off Mark & Sarah Tillman’s newest album, The Story So Far - The Collection; a compilation of the entirety of their discography.

Rains of revival, wash every idol away! Anything(including good things!) that is taking the place as the Lord of our life instead of the most high, let it be washed away in your river of mercy.

Call us back to repentance, to the simple Gospel, to be the hands and feet🙏 Forgive us for making it about ourselves and overcomplicating what you laid out so even the youngest could understand and walk out.

Credits:

  • Producer, Recording Engineer: Ted Slaughter
  • Editor: Collin Slaughter
  • Mixing Engineer: Nick Gaggero
  • Mastering Engineer: Luke Pimentel
  • Music Publisher: Robbie Caison Designee, Watershed Music Publishing, Mark & Sarah Tillman, Andrew Searcy Designee, Atlas Songs Publishing, Lowerstill Worship Publishing
  • Composer, Lyricist: Ted Slaughter, Mark Tillman, Sarah Tillman, Robbie Caison, Andrew Searcy

Release date: February 27th, 2026

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