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How to Find a Guest Preacher for a Revival

2026-06-12 · 5 min read

What to look for, what to ask, and where to find anointed preachers who will minister to your congregation.

A revival is one of the most spiritually significant events a church can host. The right guest preacher can set the atmosphere for renewal, healing, and spiritual growth across your entire congregation. The wrong fit can leave people flat. Here's how to find someone who carries the right anointing for your church.

What to Look For

• Doctrinal alignment — Do they preach the full gospel as your church believes it?
• Track record — Have they ministered at revivals before? Do they have testimonies from those services?
• Preaching style — Does their style match your congregation's culture?
• Availability — Do they travel for ministry, and are they available on your dates?
• References — Can they connect you with pastors who have hosted them?

Where to Find Guest Preachers

Start with your network. Ask other pastors in your association or fellowship who they have hosted and recommend. Beyond your network, Let Us Avail has a directory of Christian preachers, evangelists, and gospel speakers who have listed themselves as available for guest engagements, revivals, conferences, and church services. You can read their bio, see what types of events they serve, and send a booking inquiry directly.

Questions to Ask Before Booking

• Have you ministered at a revival before? What was the outcome?
• What is your availability for our dates?
• Do you have a rider or specific requirements for the service?
• What is your honorarium expectation?
• Do you travel, and are accommodations needed?
• Can you provide a reference from a recent host pastor?

Planning the Revival Around the Speaker

Once your speaker is confirmed, build the revival schedule around their availability and anointing. Some preachers are strongest in evening services; others do mornings. Some prefer one night of ministry with everything poured in; others build momentum across 3–5 nights. Have that conversation early and let it shape your planning.

Honorarium and Logistics

Guest preachers for revivals typically receive an honorarium rather than a flat fee. The amount varies widely based on their ministry profile and travel involved. Local ministers may come for a nominal offering; nationally-known voices may have a set rate. Always be transparent about what you can offer, and always handle the honorarium with dignity and generosity.