CHARLES Frazier Stanley, the senior pastor at First Baptist Church Atlanta and the founder of In Touch Ministries has died. He was 90. Christian leaders condoled the death of Dr. Stanley.
Dr. David Jeremiah
Charles Stanley was not only a knowledgeable and faithful Bible teacher who loved and obeyed God, he was also a man of great character, and a humble and gracious friend.
Who can count the number of souls his life and ministry made an impact on? His steadfast commitment to preaching the Gospel will be remembered for generations. He has blessed me and the world tremendously, and I will see him again some day in glory.
Dr. James Dobson
Charles Stanley was a lion of the faith. An effective evangelist and teach of the Bible, Stanley had a straightforward take on how to live the Christian life – trust Scripture and obey God. That simple mantra undergirds his legacy and no doubt is reflected in the faith of countless Christians who have been impacted by his ministry. Shirley and I extend our deepest condolences to the entire Stanley family.
Pastor Greg Laurie
Charles Stanley went to Heaven today. He made his mark on this world for the Gospel and his incredible teaching of God’s Word. I like so many others was blessed by hearing his messages on the radio and TV and he was a trusted voice we have all been encouraged by. It was my privilege to meet Dr. Stanley in person in Charlotte, North Carolina at the funeral for Billy Graham. He was warm and gracious. No doubt, he has already heard Jesus say, “Well done, good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your Lord.” Charles Stanley will be greatly missed.
Rev. Johnnie Moore
Charles Stanley was a Christian icon, and a true media pioneer whose sermons were watched by countless millions. Dr. Stanley believed the Bible, and he taught its precepts faithfully — and without fanfare — for his entire life. He taught that Christians should just “obey God’s word and leave all the consequences to him.” Some of my own earliest memories are of being in my grandmother’s house, and she would always have Charles Stanley on television. Like millions of others, I think she watched every single one of his sermons, twice. Losing George Verwer and Charles Stanley in the same week means there’s one massive party happening in Heaven. It also means we have lost another giant of a Christian. It calls all of us to do our part to carry the baton to new generations. Well done, Dr. Stanley. We will miss you and we thank God for how he used you to change so many of our lives.
Jack Graham
Charles Stanley…a spiritual legacy that will last for generations. I am grateful for the preaching ministry of this man and his commitment to the Word of God and the testimony of Jesus. All the praise goes to Jesus.
Nick Hall
Charles Stanley was a hero of the faith. His voice echoed through my North Dakota home growing up, as his teaching discipled my family and gave me a passion for preaching the Word of God. Whenever we met, he always made time for me, encouraging me to do the work of the Evangelist!
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez
Biblical clarity, practical application, God’s word applied to every day circumstances; Charles Stanley can best be described as a master Bible teacher.
Pastor Skip Heitzig
Charles Stanley was a Christian powerhouse, who was faithfully and wholly dedicated to the Word of God. Charles lived what he preached and brought countless individuals to the love of Jesus along the way. Well done, good and faithful servant. You will be missed.
Dr. Jerry Prevo
Dr. Charles Stanley led a remarkable life and ministry dedicated to preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the sure foundation of the Word of God. His pulpit ministry spanned decades and will never be forgotten. While we mourn the loss of Dr. Stanley and pray for the Stanley family, we rejoice that he has entered into heaven and joy of our Savior.
Pastor Johnathan Falwell
Dr. Stanley’s preaching and pulpit ministry was nothing short of iconic. A preacher among preachers, he left an indelible mark upon several generations of men in Gospel ministry. He was a friend of my fathers and a well-known friend of Liberty University. The entire Liberty family joins countless others in honoring the memory of Dr. Stanley and praying for his family.
