![]() ![]() Married to Punky Leonard Tolson in 2001, John is the father of two grown children with his late wife Ruth Anne and has three adorable grandchildren. John is the co-author of The Four Priorities, a workbook which challenges men and women to become disciples who make disciples and Take a Knee, a devotional book based on the locker room messages he gave to the Dallas Cowboys. John started one of the first team chaplain programs in the NBA, and he has served professional sports teams including the Houston Rockets, Houston Astros, Houston Oilers, Orlando Magic, and the Dallas Cowboys. ![]() ![]() He’s also served as a faith developer for some of the nation’s leading executives, celebrities, and athletes. John has inspired audiences through his speaking and over the years, has been called upon by major corporations including Walt Disney World and IMG to keynote conferences and seminars. Additionally, he had a special study opportunity at L’Abri Fellowship with Francis Schaeffer in Switzerland. John received his Master of Divinity from Columbia Seminary and Doctor of Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary. His deepest desire is to see people not only become followers of Jesus Christ, but also disciple-makers who fulfill the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19). ![]() John Tolson has taught and spoken nationally and internationally, and for more than 45 years, has spiritually discipled hundreds of thousands of adults and students. John Tolson’s ministry is all about – helping people become followers, learners, and multiplying disciple-makers for Jesus Christ.ĭr. Much of discipleship is caught rather than taught, learned in the midst of life rather than in a classroom. We all need someone to help us become the persons God wants us to be so that we’ll be able to do what He wants us to do. In other words, he wants us to be people who make disciples who make disciples…who make disciples. Free video broadcasts from ministries like Joel Osteen, TD Jakes, Jack Graham. Erez lives in Netanya with his wife, Sisi, and their three children. Jesus isn’t calling us to a complicated program or methodology…He’s simply asking us to live life His way: as we go about our lives, engage with other-in-the-faith believers and help them mature in their relationship with Christ, so that they can then help someone else do the same. Through One For Israel, we reach millions of Israelis with the gospel every year, and hundreds of millions around the world. by you and me? It’s possible! Not only is it possible, but He commanded us to do exactly that, saying, “Go and make disciples” (see Matthew 28:19). Merritt is a proud father of three sons, two daughters-in-law, and the joyful grandfather of five precious grandchildren.Can you imagine if what Jesus Christ did with 12 disciples over 2000 years ago, could be duplicated today. Married to his devoted wife Teresa since 1976, Dr. His impact extends beyond the pulpit, as he has made appearances on television programs such as Hannity and Colmes, Scarborough Country, and 60 Minutes. Merritt had the distinct honor of serving as the President of the Southern Baptist Convention, the largest Protestant denomination in the world. Throughout his career, he has served as a pastor in various churches across Kentucky, Mississippi, and Georgia.įrom 2000 to 2002, Dr. Merritt's educational background includes an undergraduate degree from Stetson University, as well as Master of Divinity and Doctor of Philosophy degrees from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. His burning desire is to touch the lives of lost souls around the globe, offering them the transformative and life-saving message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.ĭr. Merritt shares the profound truths of God in a way that is both clear and concise. James Merritt is the host of Touching Lives and widely recognized as one of the most passionate and inspiring preachers on air today. ![]()
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