Charles Stanley is an American pastor, televangelist, and author who served as senior pastor of the First Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia for 50 years.
He was a prominent figure in the Southern Baptist Convention. He organized the Christian teaching program “Contact Dr. Charles Stanley,” aired on the Christian Broadcasting Network in 1978.
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- Full name: Charles Frazier Stanley
- Date of birth: September 25, 1932
- Age as of 2024: 92 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Dry Fork, Virginia, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Pastor, Telepresenter, Author
- Height: None
- Parents: Charles and Rebecca Stanley
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Anna J. Stanley (married 1955-2000)
- Children: Andy Stanley, Becky Stanley
- Relationship status: Divorced
- Net worth: $100 million
Early life and education
Charles Stanley was born on September 25, 1932, in Dry Fork, Virginia, to Charles and Rebecca Stanley.
He is now deceased and will be 92 years old in 2024. His father died when he was nine months old and his mother remarried when he was nine years old.
As a teenager, Stanley felt called to ministry and attended the University of Richmond, where he earned a bachelor of arts degree.
He then earned a bachelor’s degree in theology from Southwestern Theological Seminary in Texas and a master’s degree in theology and doctorate in theology from Luther Rice Seminary in Georgia.
Personal life
Charles Stanley married Anna J. Stanley in 1955 and they had two children, Andy Stanley and Becky Stanley.
However, they divorced in 2000 after 44 years of marriage. His devotion to the priesthood and family marked Stanley’s personal life.
He is known for his conservative and traditional views on marriage and family.
Career
Charles Stanley became senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1971 and served in that role for 50 years.
He started a radio program that grew into In Touch Ministries, a globally influential initiative that emphasizes Christ’s sufficiency for life’s needs.
He served two terms as president of the Southern Baptist Convention in the mid-1980s and was a prominent figure in the organization.
Through his ministry, he desires to lead people around the world into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and strengthen the local church.
Net worth
Charles Stanley’s net worth at the time of his death was estimated at $100 million, accumulated through his successful evangelism and book sales.
Death
Charles Stanley died on April 18, 2023, at the age of 92.
Argumentative
Charles Stanley has been embroiled in many controversies throughout his career, including a highly publicized divorce from his wife, Anna, in 2000.
He has also been criticized for his conservative and traditional views on marriage and family, which some consider discriminatory and harmful.
He also faced criticism for his leadership style and management of the church’s finances.
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Book
- Journey of Faith
- How to listen to God
- My Source of Strength
- Looking for peace
- When the Enemy Attacks
- The Power of Prayer
- The Gift of Forgiveness
- The Key to Happiness
