John Stott was a legend. Not only was he the Rector of All Souls Church, Langham Place, London, but he influenced the world and was one of the most influencial Christian leaders of the last century. John was promoted to glory (I'll steal a Salvo phrase for this Anglican saint) late last month, aged 90.
Billy Graham said last week, "The evangelical world has lost one of its greatest spokesmen, and I have lost one of my close personal friends and advisors. I look forward to seeing him again when I get to heaven".
Rev John Stott was Chaplain to Queen Elizabeth II.
He was one of the principle authors of the Launsanne Convenant.
He wrote over 50 books, some of which have been classics (e.g. "Basic Christianity") and many of which are texts in theological colleges around the world.
Thank you, God, for the gift that John Stott was to the world.
As a postscript... it is worth reflecting on the influence of youth and children's ministries, including school chaplaincy. John Stott came to faith as a young person during his time at the Rugby School in England. His father wanted him to be a diplomat, but his coversion as a teen meant he changed the world as God's ambassador, not the Queen's, while still working closely with her! Twice the influence! All because someone was faithful in sharing their faith with a teenage boy.
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