365 Christian Men

Jonathan Goforth, a pioneering Canadian missionary in early 20th-century China, shares his incredible experiences during the turbulent Boxer Rebellion. He discusses the challenges of violence against missionaries and the profound transformation he witnessed in local communities. One standout story involves an uneducated farmer, Mr. Dong, who became a passionate evangelist, showcasing the life-changing power of faith. Goforth's journey highlights how belief can unlock potential and inspire others, encouraging all listeners to make a difference.

February 15. Pat Boone. In the 1950s and 60s, Boone was a popular singing star—slash—heart throb, second only to Elvis Presley. On this date in 1970, Boone portrayed evangelist-to-the-gangs David Wilkerson in the movie: The Cross and the Switchblade.  At the time this introduction is being written in 2020, Boone is still going strong. He created his own record company: The Gold Label, which features […] The post Pat Boone, US, Musician and Actor first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 14. Frank P. Lytle, Jr. Although he lost his hearing when he was one, “Frank was a follower of Jesus and a leader of men.” So reads a line on Abilene Christian University’s webpage for the Frank & Lois Lytle Family Endowed Scholarship—which Frank’s son created out of deep respect for his parents.  Frank served as a church deacon and in many deaf […] The post Frank Phillip Lytle, Jr, US, Draftsman first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 13. Alexander Duff. Just when Duff was finishing his education, the Church of Scotland was preparing its first mission, which would be based on education, and they appointed him superintendent of a new mission school at Calcutta.  Writing about whether he ought to go India or stay in Scotland, Duff said: “with the Bible in my hands, I cannot see how her soul in […] The post Alexander Duff, Scotland, Missionary first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 12. Janani Luwum. In 1977, Uganda roiled with fear. In 1971, Field Marshall Idi Amin violently overthrew the elected government and named himself President. He was known as the Butcher of Uganda, and his nickname was The Machete. During his reign, he massacred hundreds of thousands of civilians. In 1972, he ruthlessly drove all Indian and Pakistani citizens out of […] The post Janani Luwum, Uganda, Archbishop first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 11. John Clough. On this date in 1858, Clough was baptized into the family of Christ. He grew up to be an American scholar and farmer and then a missionary to South India.  In 1877 and 1878 Clough worked tirelessly in famine-relief work and with the Ongole mass movement—a welcoming into the body of Christ of people who have been outrageously oppressed by the religious, social, […] The post John Clough, US, Missionary first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 10. Ben Mueller. Ben holds an MBA and has a stellar record as Chief Financial Officer, Controller, and International Financier. But one of his biggest achievements happened at a weekend event with The Crucible Project.  A men’s Crucible Weekend is like a retreat designed to challenge men to look at what is and is not working in their lives. It’s an opportunity to discover new […] The post Ben Mueller, US, Chief Financial Officer first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 9. Olaudah Equiano. As a child, Equiano was sold into slavery to a captain in the British Empire’s Royal Navy. Later, a Quaker trader bought him. Equiano became the man’s clerk, and he learned about Jesus. On this date in 1759, Equiano was converted to Christianity and was baptized.  Eventually, in 1766, by skillful trading and saving all he earned, he purchased his own freedom. In time he partnered with the same man who had once owned […] The post Olaudah Equiano, England, African Abolitionist first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 8. Athanasius. Athanasius, whose nickname was “Black Dwarf,” was a theologian, a church leader, and an Egyptian political leader. If he had lived in the twenty-first century, instead of the fourth, we would call him an influencer—maybe Chief Influencer.  For forty-five years he was Bishop of Alexandria, and his congregation included all of Egypt and Libya. During that time, he was exiled—thrown out of […] The post Athanasius, Egypt, Bishop of Alexandria first appeared on 365 Christian Men.

February 7. Tony Dungy. On this date in 2007, Tony became the first Black head coach to win the Super Bowl: the Indianapolis Colts versus the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XLI.  The same year, Tony released his memoir: Quiet Strength: The Principles, Practices, and Priorities of a Winning Life, and it reached number one on the hardcover nonfiction section of the New York Times Best Seller list. Today’s story gives us a look at some […] The post Tony Dungy, US, NFL Player, Coach, and Author first appeared on 365 Christian Men.