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Louis Sylvester Bauman “Bauman was instrumental in developing young Brethren Church leaders … [and] encouraged many young men to attend dispensationalist BIOLA.” (Wikipedia) Louis Sylvester Bauman: Defender of the Faith and Shepherd of Souls Louis Sylvester Bauman (1875–1950) was one of the most remarkable voices in early twentieth-century American fundamentalism—a pastor, author, educator, and denominational leader whose life was Read more...
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Rodney “Gypsy” Smith “There are no sad saints. A gloomy Christian is a contradiction.” (Rodney “Gypsy” Smith) Rodney “Gypsy” Smith: Evangelist to the World Rodney “Gypsy” Smith (1860–1947) was one of the most beloved evangelists of his generation. Born in a gypsy tent on the outskirts of London, uneducated and poor, Smith rose to international renown as a preacher Read more...
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Lee Rutland Scarborough “Through his approachability, humor, and optimism he guided thousands of young men and women into ministry.” (Rosalie Beck) Lee Rutland Scarborough: The Evangelist Who Trained a Generation Dr. Lee Rutland Scarborough (1870–1945) was one of the foremost leaders of the Southern Baptist Convention during the early twentieth century—a preacher, educator, author, and evangelist whose influence helped Read more...
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George Washington Truett “To know the will of God is the greatest knowledge! To do the will of God is the greatest achievement.” (George Washington Truett) George W. Truett: Pastor, Preacher, and Statesman of Faith George Washington Truett (1867–1944) was one of the most influential Southern Baptist leaders in American history—a pastor, preacher, and denominational statesman whose life exemplified Read more...
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Reuben “Uncle Bud” Robinson “I’m a happy Christian. I’m so full of the love of Jesus that I feel like I could swing out over hell on a cornstalk and spit in the devil’s eye.” (Reuben “Uncle Bud” Robinson) Reuben “Uncle Bud” Robinson: The Country Evangelist Who Set Hearts on Fire Reuben Archer “Uncle Bud” Robinson (1860–1942) was one Read more...
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Henry Clay Morrison “I regard H. C. Morrison the greatest pulpit orator on the American continent.” (William Jennings Bryan) Henry Clay Morrison: A Voice of Revival and Holiness Henry Clay Morrison (1857–1942) was one of the most significant leaders in the American holiness movement—a preacher, editor, educator, and revivalist whose influence shaped Methodism and helped birth the modern Wesleyan-Holiness Read more...
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Melvin Ernest Trotter “Mel Trotter believed the old saying, ‘saved to serve.’ … His mission work provided shelter to the homeless, clothing to the poor, and food to the hungry. But primarily his ministry provided people the gospel of Jesus Christ.” (David Oliver) The Life and Legacy of Melvin Ernest Trotter Melvin Ernest Trotter stands among the most compelling Read more...
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Thomas Theodore “T. T.” Martin “We have fallen upon an evil day. … We have trusted in material wealth … and all have failed to give us the bliss for which we yearn. … The principles of the great Teacher … will bring us to real prosperity.” (Thomas Theodore “T. T.” Martin) The Life and Legacy of Thomas Theodore Read more...
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William Edward Biederwolf “His scholarship was broad; his use of the English language was concise, accurate, and powerful; his sympathies were deep; his heart was warm …” (Hannah S. Bowers) The Life and Legacy of William Biederwolf William Edward Biederwolf stands among the notable evangelists of the early twentieth century, remembered for his clear gospel preaching, his patriotic spirit, Read more...
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Daniel Paul Rader “Paul Rader was one of the most powerful preachers of his day … he was the most fantastic storyteller and could use illustrations in messages that … I’ve never heard.” (Wheaton College) The Life and Legacy of Daniel Paul Rader Daniel Paul Rader—often simply known as Paul Rader—was one of the most dynamic and influential Christian Read more...
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John Brainerd “His humility, his self-denial, his perseverance and his flaming zeal for God, are exemplary in deed.” (Thomas Coke) The Life and Legacy of John Brainerd John Brainerd, often remembered as the steadfast younger brother of the famed missionary David Brainerd, carved out his own quiet but durable place in the story of early American missions. While history Read more...
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Lottie Moon “I have no doubt … that Miss Lottie would be both amazed and embarrassed at all the fuss that is made about her … Hers was not a perfect life … It was, however, a powerful life … lived for King Jesus.” (Daniel Akin) The Life and Legacy of Lottie Moon Charlotte Digges “Lottie” Moon, born December 12, Read more...
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Wallie Amos (W. A.) Criswell Jr. “He was our Apostle Paul … he led with intellectual pursuit coupled with a passionate heart.” (Anonymous) Early Life and Call Wallie Amos Criswell Jr., widely known as W. A. Criswell, was born December 19, 1909, in Eldorado, Oklahoma, to Wallie Amos Criswell Sr. and Anna Currie Criswell. When he was six the Read more...
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Hymn History: Throw Out the Life Line & Author: Edward Smith Ufford “Pastor Ufford had a great concern for the lost. He decided to put together a presentation that made use of his hymn … In 1902 he toured the world with this presentation. In Honolulu, Hawaii, he was privileged to hear his hymn sung in the native tongue.” (Robert Read more...
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Hymn History: Verily, Verily & Author: James McGranahan “Though his health limited his hours of productivity, some of his best hymns were written during these days. McGranahan was a most lovable, gentle, modest, unassuming, gentleman, and a refined and cultured Christian.” (Hymnary.org) The Origin of the Hymn “Verily, Verily” “Verily, Verily”—also known by its opening line, “Oh, what a Read more...
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Hymn History: What Will You Do with Jesus? & Author: Albert Benjamin Simpson “Our God has boundless resources. The only limit is in us. Our asking, our thinking, our praying are too small. Our expectations are too limited.” (Albert Benjamin Simpson) The Origin of the Hymn “What Will You Do with Jesus?” “What Will You Do with Jesus?” is Read more...
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Hymn History: When I See the Blood & Author: John George Foote “A spirited gospel song written by John G. Foote – a man about whom nothing is known but his name. But his song is rich in Christian doctrine.” (Robert Cottrill) The Origin of the Hymn “When I See the Blood” “When I See the Blood” is a Read more...
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Hymn History: Yield Not to Temptation & Author: Horatio Richmond Palmer “He organized the Church Choral Union which at its height enrolled 20,000 singers and performed in Madison Square Garden.” (John Howell) The Origin of the Hymn “Yield Not to Temptation” “Yield Not to Temptation” is a classic gospel hymn that has been cherished by Christians for generations. Written Read more...
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Elisabeth Howard Elliot “God is God. Because he is God, He is worthy of my trust and obedience. I will find rest nowhere but in His holy will that is unspeakably beyond my largest notions of what he is up to.” (Elisabeth Howard Elliot) Elisabeth Howard Elliot: A Legacy of Faith, Courage, and Obedience Elisabeth Howard Elliot’s name has Read more...
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Elmer Lee Deal “From 1962 to 2009 … there were 158 churches started. Many more than the verified 158 churches were started, but the actual number is unknown due to their remote locations in the bush.” (Christian Hall of Fame) Early Life and Call to Service Elmer Lee Deal was born on August 11, 1925, in Rocky Comfort, Missouri. Read more...