Dr. Charles Stanley, the founder of In Touch Ministries and the senior pastor of First Baptist Church Atlanta, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at his home. He was 90 years old. His death came as a shock to many who admired his preaching and teaching for over five decades. How did he die? What was his legacy? Here are some facts you need to know about Dr. Charles Stanley’s death and life.
Cause of Death: Natural Causes
The official cause of Dr. Charles Stanley’s death has not been revealed yet, but it is speculated that he died of natural causes or old age. There are no reports of him suffering from any illness or having a stroke, as some rumors suggested. According to In Touch Ministries, Dr. Stanley died peacefully at his home in the morning. His family said that he lived a life of obedience and is now receiving the joy of his soul-seeing his Savior face-to-face.
Funeral and Memorial Service: Private and Public
Dr. Charles Stanley’s funeral and memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the First Baptist Church Atlanta. However, the service will be private and only attended by close family and friends. The church will also host a public viewing for anyone who wants to pay their respects to the deceased pastor. The viewing will be from 10 am to 4 pm at the church. The church also asked people to pray for the Stanley family during this difficult time.
Legacy: A Prolific Preacher and Teacher
Dr. Charles Stanley leaves behind a legacy of preaching and teaching the gospel to millions of people around the world. He joined the First Baptist Church Atlanta in 1969 and served as its senior pastor for 51 years until he retired in 2020. He also founded In Touch Ministries in 1977, which broadcasts his sermons on television, radio, podcasts, and online platforms in more than 100 languages. He wrote over 50 books on various topics such as prayer, faith, grace, and leadership. He was also one of the founding members of the Moral Majority and the Christian Coalition, two influential conservative political groups in the US.
Dr. Charles Stanley was known for his clear and practical exposition of the Bible and his emphasis on applying biblical principles to everyday life. He often said that his goal was to help people have a personal relationship with God and grow in their faith. He received many awards and honors for his ministry, such as the National Religious Broadcasters Hall of Fame Award, the Gideon International Lifetime Achievement Award, and the ECPA Christian Book Award.
Dr. Charles Stanley will be remembered as a faithful servant of God who touched many lives with his message of hope and love. He is survived by his daughter Becky, son Andy (who is also a pastor), and six grandchildren.
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