Category Archives: Evangelist

JOHN STOTT

Born APRIL 27, 1921 His parents anticipated a political career for him. John might have become an English foreign minister, but instead he became a Christian minister. He became a very influential one. John strongly contributed to expanding evangelical Christianity around the world. NO LONGER “MENTAL FURNITURE” At … Continue reading

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PAUL HUTCHENS

Born APRIL 7, 1902 God’s truths can be as real when taught in a novel as they can when preached in a sermon. Paul Hutchens became skilled doing both. His single goal, whether preaching behind a pulpit or teaching over a typewriter: changed … Continue reading

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RODNEY “GYPSY” SMITH

Born MARCH 31st, 1860 Wherever he went, the former gypsy Rodney Smith, had a dynamic preaching ministry. The pastor of a New York church wrote (and the church’s twenty-four board mem-bers signed): “We believe Gypsy Smith to be an evangelist, particularly called by God to … Continue reading

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IRA STANPHILL

Born FEBRUARY 14, 1914 Ira Stanphill was one of Christian music’s most outstanding talents of the 2oth Century. During his life, he traveled throughout the United States and in 40 countries, preaching and singing the songs he’d written. Many of his songs have been published in other languages. The depth … Continue reading

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