Richard Young is a former educator, businessman, and pastor. The son of a Free Will Baptist pastor, Richard started preaching at fourteen and pastoring at twenty. He comes from a great heritage of preachers and pastors, as there has been a member of his family in the ministry consistently since 1876. Richard has been a writer all of his adult life, writing corporate training manuals and collegiate self-study courses, as well as two textbooks. He has written articles for both Christian and secular magazines and journals.Richard received Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science degrees from Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, Oklahoma. He has completed the coursework for his doctorate in education at Oklahoma State University. He served as vice president of academics at American Christian College and Seminary in Oklahoma City as well as dean of academics at Oklahoma Junior College. He also was a trainer for Century 21 across the state of Oklahoma.Richard’s previously published biographies are The Rise of Lakewood Church and Joel Osteen, The Journey of T. D. Jakes, and Messengers of Healing (the story of Charles and Frances Hunter). Richard and his wife, Brenda, have been married for more than three decades. Although they find great joy in helping people, their highest delight is spending time with their three children and nine grandchildren.
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Rise Of Lakewood Church And Joel Osteen
8.990 CFADon’t believe in miracles? Here’s proof! Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary tale that defies all odds. Picture this: a young man without a college or seminary degree, and virtually no preaching experience, unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight as the torchbearer of his father’s lifelong ministry. This remarkable individual is none other than Joel Osteen. When John Osteen, his father, passed away suddenly in 1999, Joel Osteen found himself holding the reins of the ministry. Now, get ready to delve into the captivating behind-the-scenes account of the miraculous rise of Lakewood Church from its humble beginnings in a Texas feed store to becoming the largest church in America.
Within the pages of this compelling book, you will uncover the secrets and untold stories that shaped the destiny of Lakewood Church and propelled Joel Osteen into the realm of prominence, establishing him as one of the most influential Christian voices of our generation. Walk alongside John and Joel Osteen as you explore the life and times of these extraordinary individuals who embody the power of vision, humility, integrity, and unwavering faith in the face of adversity.
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Richard Young