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The Voice of the Martyrs: A History of Advocacy, Sacrifice, and Global Witness The Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) is an enduring Christian ministry dedicated to defending, encouraging, and supporting persecuted believers around the world. Founded in 1967 by Pastor Richard Wurmbrand, who himself spent fourteen years in Communist Romanian prisons, VOM has grown into a global fellowship of offices Read more...
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Inscription North Carolina native George W. Truett followed his parents to Texas in 1889, and settled first in Whitewright in Grayson county. He worked on the family farm, attended Grayson Junior College, and became an active member of the Baptist Congregation. A gifted teacher and speaker, Truett was ordained a Baptist minister by the congregation in 1890. Truett had also Read more...
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North Carolina Highway Historical Markers Q-37 GEORGE W. TRUETT Pastor First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, 1897-1944, president of Baptist World Alliance. His birthplace stands one mile northwest. US 64 southwest of Hayesville. 1950 _____ The Birthplace of George Washington Truett marks the humble beginnings of one of the most influential Baptist leaders in American history. George Washington Truett was Read more...
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Henry Clay Morrison (1857–1942) was a prominent Methodist preacher, evangelist, educator, and editor whose influence helped shape the holiness movement in the United States during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Known for his powerful preaching and strong commitment to evangelical Methodism, Morrison spent more than half a century proclaiming the gospel and promoting the message of Christian holiness. Read more...
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From< Morrison Park Camp Meeting Trimble native, Asbury Seminary founder H.C. Morrison subject of upcoming local events By HILDA PARRISH The Trimble Banner Trimble County native, Dr. Henry Clay Morrison, was born March 10, 1857 and died March 24, 1942. His father, James Morrison married a widow, Emily Durham English of Danville, and they moved to Westport with her daughter, also named Emily. They Read more...
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Mel Trotter Ministries is a Christian rescue mission located in Grand Rapids that serves individuals experiencing homelessness, hunger, and addiction. Founded in 1900, the ministry has grown from a small rescue mission into one of the largest faith-based outreach organizations in West Michigan. The ministry traces its origins to the work of Melvin E. Trotter, a former alcoholic whose life Read more...
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The Biederwolf Evangelical Tabernacle emerged during one of William Edward Biederwolf’s revival campaigns in Ironton, Ohio, and stands as a reminder of how communities once rallied around large evangelistic meetings. Constructed quickly and with the voluntary labor of local citizens, the tabernacle was built to accommodate the thousands who gathered to hear Biederwolf’s stirring preaching. Its simple wooden structure reflected Read more...
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The Chicago Gospel Tabernacle was an evangelical church founded in 1922 by Paul Rader. It was a large, influential center of Christian ministry known for its innovative broadcasting, large evangelistic campaigns, and extensive missionary support during the Jazz Age. The original building, located at Clark, Barry & Halsted, was a temporary structure that became permanent and eventually disbanded in 1979. Today, there Read more...
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LostNewEngland Despite his influence later in life, Moody came from a humble background. He was born here in this house on February 5, 1837, and was the sixth child of Edwin and Betsey Moody. The house itself was built sometime before 1827 by Simeon Moody, a cousin and brother-in-law of Edwin, and was purchased by Edwin in 1828, the same Read more...
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Our Christian Heritage goes to Northfield, Massachusetts to D.L. Moody’s home. Dr. James Spencer of the Moody Center tells us who was D.L. Moody. From Wikipedia: He preached his last sermon on November 16, 1899, in Kansas City, Missouri. Becoming ill, he returned home by train to Northfield. During the preceding several months, friends had observed he had added some Read more...
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Hymn History: Take Your Burden to the Lord and Leave It There Author: Charles Albert Tindley “Combining the fortitude of older black sacred music traditions with the fervor and rhythmic appeal of newer gospel songs, Brewster’s music was, in the words of gospel singing great Willa Ward, ‘as good as it gets.’’” (Memphis Music Hall of Fame) The Origin Read more...
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On July 14, Pastor John MacArthur’s faith became sight, as he entered into the eternal presence of his Savior. He had been dealing with some significant health challenges dating back to early 2023, and God, in His perfect wisdom, determined that John had completed his earthly ministry. John is survived by his wife Patricia, his children Matt, Marcy, Mark, and Read more...
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Hymn History: Follow, I Will Follow Thee Author: Howard Longsdon Brown I will follow Thee, my Savior,Where’er the pathway may go. (Howard Longsdon Brown) The Origin of the Hymn “Follow, I Will Follow Thee” The hymn “Follow, I Will Follow Thee” emerged from the earnest devotional climate of early twentieth-century American evangelicalism, a period when personal commitment and practical Read more...
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Hymn History: He Is Coming Again Author: Mabel Johnston Camp “Mabel isn’t really known for writing hymns except for this hymn choice, but she too must have been living in anticipation of the Lord’s coming.” (Barry Kauffman) The Origin of the Hymn “He Is Coming Again” The life and legacy of Mabel Johnston Camp are closely tied to her Read more...
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Hymn History: Our Great Savior Author: John Wilbur Chapman “Anything that dims my vision of Christ, or takes away my taste for Bible study, or cramps me in my prayer life, or makes Christian work difficult, is wrong for me, and I must, as a Christian, turn away from it.” (John Wilbur Chapman) The Origin of the Hymn “Our Read more...
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John Wilbur Chapman was a prominent Presbyterian evangelist and hymn writer who lived at 631 West End Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, while he was actively conducting revival campaigns across the United States. This apartment was where he maintained a home base in New York City while traveling extensively to preach and lead revival meetings. It was from this residence Read more...
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The Billy Sunday Tabernacle in Manhattan was a massive temporary wooden structure built for a 10-week revival in 1917, located at 168th Street and Broadway on the former site of Hilltop Park. It seated 16,000–20,000 people, featured sawdust-covered floors, and hosted over a million attendees, marking a high point in Sunday’s evangelical career. _____ Image Source/Credit: • The Voice in the Read more...
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George Washington wrote to his brother: “By the all-powerful dispensations of Providence, I have been protected beyond all human probability and expectation; for I had four bullets through my coat, and two horses shot under me, yet escaped unhurt, altho’ death was levelling my companions on every side.” The Battle of the Monongahela occurred during the French & Indian War, Read more...
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From Ohio.gov: Ohio’s state motto is “With God, All Things Are Possible.” It was suggested in 1958 by James Mastronardo, a 10-year-old from Cincinnati. With help from his state senator, he gathered signatures and spoke to lawmakers to support the idea. The motto became official in October 1959. The phrase, a favorite of his mother, is from the Bible—Matthew 19:26. While it comes Read more...
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From Lancaster History: In December 1911, the Hersheys left for France to begin an extended tour of Europe, spending most of the winter of 1911-12 in Nice. At the time of their departure, Milton had planned a return home in April to attend to business—and to return home on the maiden voyage of RMS Titanic. On December 18, 1911, Hershey had written Read more...