Though actions speak louder than words, for the late Reverend
John Stott, one of the most influential evangelists of the 20th
century, words held equal weight to his deeds. Stott, who died
on Wednesday at the age of 90, lived and wrote about his love of
God and His Word. He was able to balance his Christ-centered
faith and encouraged Christians to do the same, challenging them
to “make a robust and clear affirmation of biblical truth while
at the same time emphasizing that this must be backed up with a
distinctive, godly Christian life,” noted members of the
Lausanne Movement, which Stott helped establish. In remembering
the humble preacher, author, and theologian, here are a few of
his lasting words: - His authority on earth allows us to dare to
go to all the nations. His authority in heaven gives us our only
hope of success. And His presence with us leaves us with no
other choice. - The truth is that there are such things as
Christian tears, and too few of us ever weep them. - Every
Christian should be both