Biography
Joyce L. Rodgers (born November 13, 1955) is a successful woman whose passion for serving God has driven her to help many people know Jesus as their Savior. She is an author and a follower of Jesus Christ.
Although her family did not attend church, Joyce attended Sunday school and Vacation Bible School as a child. She came to know Christ as her personal Savior at the age of eight and was baptized shortly thereafter.
During her teenage years, Joyce Rodgers became active in her church’s youth group. Through her involvement in the group, she met her future husband, Adrian Rogers. The two were married in 1953 and had three children. While raising her family, Joyce also spent time serving her church and community.
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| Full name: | Joyce L. Rodgers |
| Stage name: | Joyce Rodgers |
| Born: | November 13, 1955 (age 68) |
| Place of birth: | Mississippi, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.62 meters |
| Parents: | Henry Timmons and Susie Timmons |
| Siblings: | Melton Timmons and Donnie Timmons |
| Husband • Spouse: | Adrian Rogers (married 1951–2005), Fred L. Rodgers |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Author • Writer |
| Net worth: | US$40 million to US$60 million |
Early life and education
Joyce Rodgers was born in rural Mississippi on November 13, 1955. She was the third child and only daughter of sharecroppers Henry Timmons and Susie Timmons.
She had eight brothers, one of whom died in infancy. Growing up, Joyce Rodgers faced many challenges, including poverty and racism. Despite these hardships, she was an excellent student and determined to learn.
In 1961, Joyce Rodgers became the first member of her family to graduate from high school. She went on to college and eventually earned her doctorate. She has many accomplishments, but she is most proud of her work as a missionary and author.
Joyce Rodgers traveled the world, sharing the gospel and writing books that inspired others. She was also a beloved sister to Director Melton Timmons and Director Donnie Timmons.
Personal life
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Carol Rodgers, beloved wife of Fred L. Rodgers. Joyce Rodgers passed away at home on May 19, 2021.
She was a loving wife and devoted mother and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The couple lived happily together before her passing. Joyce Rodgers was a kind and gentle person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Career
Joyce Rodgers’ first book was published in 1988, and she began her career serving in the children and youth ministry at First Baptist Church in Roanoke, Virginia. She served on staff at several churches as a Children’s Pastor and Youth Pastor before being called to full-time ministry.
In 2004, Joyce Rodgers began traveling as a missionary to many countries, including Ghana, India, China, Zimbabwe, and Kenya, among others. She has spoken to thousands of people around the world through church services and conferences.
In 2008, Joyce Rodgers founded a non-profit organization called The Joyful Noise Academy (TJNA) to train pastors and ministers in evangelism. TJNA has trained thousands of people in Africa, Asia, and Europe with its certified teacher training program.
Net worth
Joyce Rodgers has an estimated net worth of $40 million to $60 million. She is an acclaimed author and internationally renowned speaker who has inspired thousands of people around her with her ministry and powerful message about women in the Bible.
Joyce Rodgers is also the sister of two world-renowned men, Melton and Donnie Timmons, who share her talents in reaching out and teaching people about faith in Christ. Her first book, The Second Best Bed, received critical acclaim from readers around the world when it was released in 1988.
Book
- Grace for widows
- Love is worth finding
- Therefore I hope in Him
- Become a wise woman
- Wise woman
- Rely on Jesus
- The second best bed
