## Jimmy Swaggart's 90th Birthday Celebration - The celebration is taking place live from Family Worship Center in [[Baton Rouge, Louisiana | Baton Rouge]] to honor Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday, recognizing his unwavering commitment to preaching the gospel and his profound impact on millions of lives [(00:00:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6s). - A song is being performed, expressing gratitude to [[God]] for healing and saving a soul, with lyrics that describe a person's transformation after meeting a man who told them they were not alone and helped them find solid ground [(00:00:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=42s). - The song continues, with the performer thanking the Master and the Savior for changing their name and setting them free, and encouraging others to thank God for saving them [(00:01:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=92s). - The performer sings about being free from burden and bitterness, and invites others to join in thanking God for their salvation [(00:02:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=148s). ## Musical Performances and Expressions of Gratitude - The song repeats, with the performer expressing their gratitude to God for healing their heart and changing their life, and encouraging others to praise God for their freedom [(00:04:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=259s). - Another song is performed, with the lyrics expressing a commitment to praise [[God]] in all circumstances, whether in the valley or on the mountain, and recognizing the power of praise as a weapon [(00:04:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=286s). - The performer encourages the audience to join in praising God, recognizing that praise is a shout that can bring down strongholds and acknowledging God's sovereignty and power [(00:06:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=368s). - The song continues, with the performer expressing their determination to praise God and recognizing His sovereignty and reign, and inviting others to join in praising God for His power and victory over death [(00:06:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=418s). - The celebration involves worshiping the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords, with praise for God's sovereignty, faithfulness, and truth, as well as acknowledgment of His defeat of the grave [(00:07:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=427s). - The attendees are encouraged to praise the Lord, with expressions of gratitude for God's healing, redemption, and change in their lives, and a declaration that they will not be quiet about their faith [(00:08:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=481s). ## Event Details and Attendees - The service is a birthday celebration for [[Jimmy Swaggart]], with guests from various countries, including [[Norway]] and [[Sweden]], and from across the [[United States]], all gathered to honor him [(00:12:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=723s). - The event is being broadcast through the Sunlife Broadcasting Network, television, radio, internet streaming, [[Facebook]], and [[YouTube]], allowing it to reach a global audience [(00:12:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=744s). - The program includes special guests sharing remarks, either in person or by video, with some being acknowledged at the beginning of the service, including a brother who was met for the first time the previous night [(00:13:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=820s). - The celebration acknowledges the attendance of [[Darryl Strawberry | Daryl Strawberry]], a former baseball player from the [[New York Mets]], who will share his testimony of how the Lord changed his life on a Sunday night [(00:14:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=848s). - The event recognizes the alumni of Jimmy Swaggart [[Bible]] College, inviting them to stand and be acknowledged [(00:15:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=908s). - A congressional commendation from the [[United States House of Representatives]] is presented to honor Pastor Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday, recognizing his lifelong dedication to ministry and impact on faith-based broadcasting [(00:15:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=926s). - The celebration brings back old friends, including former singers and musicians such as Danny Bishop, Lee Haynes, Shawn Durham, Charlie Blake, Wendy Watson Miller, Marilyn Weaver, Thomas Sloan, and Sheila Sloan [(00:16:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=980s). - The event features a performance of a crusade song, with lyrics about wearing a robe and crown when the Lord calls, and the attendees are encouraged to participate [(00:19:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1178s). - The celebration also acknowledges other notable attendees, including Maryanne Paluso Macccan and Janet Pascal, who are invited to stand and be recognized [(00:18:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1131s). - The event is a time for reunion and recognition of the many people who have been a part of the ministry over the years, with many former singers and musicians returning to participate [(00:19:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1146s). - The celebration involves music and applause, with the crowd cheering and waiting for the trumpet to sound, at which point they will wear a crown [(00:21:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1275s). - The attendees are looking forward to wearing a robe and crown, and the music and applause continue throughout the celebration [(00:21:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1314s). ## Birthday Wishes and Reflections on Brother Swaggart's Ministry - The speaker expresses their gratitude and honor to be invited to the platform by the Swaggart family, the staff of [[Jimmy Swaggart]] Ministries, the Sonlife Broadcasting Network, and Family Worship Center [(00:25:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1534s). - Evangelist Jason Stdum brings birthday wishes to Brother Swaggart from numerous people, including [[Assemblies of God]] district superintendents, pastors, evangelists, missionaries, and Christian educators [(00:26:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1576s). - The speaker shares that they were up late trying to determine what to say, and the Lord dropped something into their spirit, reminding them of the words of the [[Paul the Apostle | Apostle Paul]] about having treasure in earthly vessels [(00:27:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1629s). - The speaker reflects on the most valuable lesson Brother Swaggart has taught them in 30 years, which is that it is not about Jimmy Swaggart, but about Christ in him, which is the hope of glory [(00:28:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1707s). - The speaker expresses their love and appreciation for Brother Swaggart and his family, and acknowledges the impact that Brother Swaggart has had on their life [(00:27:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1635s). - The celebration continues with music and applause, and the speaker encourages the audience to give the singers and musicians a hand, praising their musical talent [(00:24:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1445s). - The speaker also mentions that they have recorded their first album, which will be available in 30 days, and jokingly says it is guaranteed to bring all the fish to the bait and tackle shops [(00:24:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1475s). - [[Jimmy Swaggart]] is being celebrated on his 90th birthday, and numerous people have brought gifts, but the value of these gifts is not determined by their packaging, rather by the treasure of their content, and Jimmy Swaggart's life and ministry are considered a treasure [(00:28:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1731s). - A well-wisher is expressing gratitude to Jimmy Swaggart for showing, singing, preaching, and teaching about Jesus, and for administering [[Jesus | Jesus Christ]], which is considered a treasure that has made the world richer [(00:29:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1763s). ## Tributes and Testimonials from Well-Wishers - Another well-wisher is wishing Jimmy Swaggart a happy 90th birthday, thanking him for all the wonderful things he has done for the kingdom of [[God]], and expressing gratitude for being allowed to be a part of his ministry [(00:30:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1808s). - A songwriter is sharing a story about how Jimmy Swaggart recorded and took their songs to the world, and is thanking him for being a good communicator who has taken their songs to a wider audience [(00:30:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1850s). - The songwriter is also sharing a personal story about meeting [[Jimmy Swaggart]] in [[Indianapolis]], giving him some of their songs, including "[[He Touched Me (song) | He Touch Me]]" and "Going Home", and thanking him for recording and sharing them with the world [(00:31:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1870s). - Bill, a songwriter, is being mentioned as someone who is always looking for someone to record his songs, and had recently written a song that was sung at one of Donnie Swaggart's messages [(00:31:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1919s). - Pastor Joy Rogers is being introduced as a dear friend of Donnie Swaggart's, and is expressing gratitude to Jimmy Swaggart and his family, considering it an honor to stand and bring double honor to a man who is worthy of it [(00:32:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=1971s). - Pastor Joy Rogers is sharing a personal story about how Jimmy Swaggart's ministry, particularly his gospel singing jubilee, had a profound impact on his Sunday mornings and prepared him for Sunday service at his own church [(00:33:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2006s). - The celebration of Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday and 70th year in ministry is a significant milestone, and it is an honor to be able to celebrate this pioneer and his years of service [(00:33:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2038s). - years ago, as a firefighter, the individual would [[Watch | watch]] Jimmy Swaggart's telecast every Sunday morning, and the chief, a Catholic, would often stand behind and listen, mesmerized by the spirit of the Lord, and was even given one of Jimmy Swaggart's LPs before his death [(00:34:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2068s). - The ministry has shown great generosity over the years, including giving hundreds of [[Spanish language | Spanish]] Expositor's [[Study Bible | Study Bibles]] to be distributed in [[Guatemala]] and [[Honduras]], which had a significant impact on the pastors' lives and helped them connect with [[God]] [(00:35:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2101s). - The distribution of the Expositor's [[Bible | Study Bible]] has also reached an ancient Mayan tribe, who are now translating it into their language and preaching the word of God, and a former prisoner who was given a Bible is now pastoring a church in Guatemala [(00:35:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2146s). - Jimmy Swaggart's birth and ministry have led to the spiritual birth of millions of people, who are now celebrating their own spiritual birth, and his spiritual man is more alive than ever, ready to take on new challenges [(00:37:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2229s). - Despite physical limitations, Jimmy Swaggart's spirit remains strong, like Caleb of old, who at 80 years old was ready to take on a new mountain, and it is believed that Jimmy Swaggart's spirit is just as alive and ready to take on new challenges [(00:37:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2270s). - A passage of scripture from 1st Samuel chapter nine is shared, which talks about [[Saul]] looking for a man of God, and it is applied to [[Jimmy Swaggart]], who is seen as a man of God [(00:38:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2289s). - Jimmy Swaggart is being honored as an honorable man whose words come to pass, and he is considered a man of God who shows the way to follow, [(00:38:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2302s). - A story is being told about Saul and his servant, who are trying to decide what to bring to the man of [[God]], and the servant suggests giving him a fourth part of a shekel of silver, [(00:38:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2315s). - The speaker is expressing their desire to give Jimmy Swaggart a gift on his birthday, and they think he would want them to help reach one more soul with the gospel of [[Jesus | Jesus Christ]], [(00:39:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2364s). ## Musical Performances and Celebration - The celebration includes a dinner with friends and a program with Pastor Bill Bailey as the MC, and Pastor Joe Peterson prayed the opening prayer, [(00:39:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2397s). - Jimmy Swaggart's music is being highlighted as a unique aspect of his ministry, with over 20 million albums sold worldwide, and his songs are being performed by singers as a way to honor him, [(00:40:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2442s). - The singers perform a medley of Jimmy Swaggart's popular songs, including "Three Crosses" and other gospel melodies, [(00:41:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2485s). - The music is a way to communicate the message of [[Jesus | Jesus Christ]] and to bring people together in worship and praise, [(00:43:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2625s). - The celebration continues with music and singing, including a song that talks about the blood of Jesus setting people free and the importance of praising the Lord, [(00:44:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2653s). - The music is a way to express love and gratitude to [[God]], and to feel His presence, [(00:45:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2728s). - The celebration concludes with a message of Jesus' love and the importance of singing and praising God, [(00:45:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2749s). ## Special Announcements and Honors - Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday celebration features a performance of the song "River That Never Shall Run Dry", which was written by Chuck Gerard and became the theme song for his one-hour telecast that aired worldwide [(00:47:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2876s). - The celebration also includes a special announcement by Karen Peek, who was previously featured on SunLife Broadcasting Network, and she has been well-received by audiences, including those in [[South Africa]] [(00:49:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=2981s). - Karen Peek announces that [[Jimmy Swaggart]] is being inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame, class of 2025, an honor bestowed by the [[Southern Gospel Music Association]], which aims to preserve the heritage of Southern Gospel Music [(00:51:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3088s). - The Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame has previously inducted notable figures such as Bill and [[Gloria Gaither]], Ronnie Henson, [[Dottie Rambo]], [[Vestal Goodman]], and [[Howard Goodman]] [(00:51:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3064s). - The celebration will continue with a special service at 6:00 PM, featuring Pastor Jensen Franklin, a prominent pastor and minister of the gospel, who will share a few words [(00:52:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3121s). ## Pastor Jensen Franklin's Message and Birthday Wishes - Pastor Jensen Franklin expresses his honor at being part of the celebration and shares how Jimmy Swaggart's ministry has inspired him, particularly in his early days as an evangelist, and how Swaggart has elevated the office of the evangelist [(00:52:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3163s). - [[Bible | The Bible]] emphasizes the importance of giving honor to whom honor is due, and Jimmy Swaggart's long-standing ministry is a testament to his dedication and resilience, reaching many people and making a significant impact [(00:53:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3220s). - The speaker met their wife, Shereice, at a revival, and her parents invited them to attend a [[Jimmy Swaggart]] crusade in [[Atlanta]], where they fell in love and have been married for 38 years, with five children and five grandchildren [(00:54:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3263s). - Jimmy Swaggart is considered a David-like figure, being musical, a worshipper, and one of the greatest preachers, with a strong emphasis on private worship [(00:55:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3312s). - The speaker was inspired by Jimmy Swaggart's music, which had a significant impact on their life, and they started having Sunday night prayer meetings with a small group of men, where they would worship and pray together, feeling God's presence [(00:55:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3354s). - The speaker was also inspired by Jimmy Swaggart's ability to reach a global audience, and they laid hands on a globe in their office, weeping and praying for [[God]] to use them to reach the world, just like Jimmy Swaggart [(00:57:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3421s). - Jimmy Swaggart's love for [[Israel]] and his courage to stand up for his beliefs, challenging the nation on issues like life, marriage, and morality, have been a significant influence on the speaker, who believes that this kind of leadership is needed in America [(00:57:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3451s). - The speaker believes that Jimmy Swaggart has modeled the kind of leadership that is necessary for pastors to speak out on important issues, and they have been inspired to follow in his footsteps, although they do not publicly discuss their involvement in politics [(00:58:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3492s). ## Birthday Greetings and Reflections on Swaggart's Ministry - Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday is being celebrated, with various guests expressing their gratitude and appreciation for his ministry and preaching the gospel around the world [(00:58:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3513s). - [[Franklin Graham]] extends his happy birthday wishes to [[Jimmy Swaggart]], thanking him for his boldness, creativity, and authority in preaching, and encourages him to continue his ministry, which is extending far beyond his 90 years and touching the lives of millions of people [(00:59:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3585s). - Jimmy Swaggart's family, including his grandson, expresses their gratitude for having him and his wife still with them, and notes that their great-grandchildren can also say they have their great-grandparents with them, making it a special day [(01:00:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3643s). ## Pastor Tommy Bates's Testimony and Memories - Pastor Tommy Bates from Community Family Church in [[Independence, Kentucky]], is introduced as a guest minister and singer, and he shares his personal story of growing up in a conservative [[Pentecostalism | Pentecostal]] household where he would listen to preachers like Dr. [[John E. Douglas | John Douglas]] and [[Lester Roloff]] on the radio [(01:01:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3703s). - Pastor Tommy Bates recounts how he first heard Jimmy Swaggart on the radio and how his mother was excited to hear someone who shared their values and beliefs, and he describes the impact Jimmy Swaggart had on their small country church in the 1960s [(01:01:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3711s). - The celebration involves remembering the past, including listening to old cassette tapes and attending church services, such as those at the old Laurel Pentecostal Church, where the album "[[Will the Circle Be Unbroken (album) | Will the Circle Be Unbroken]]" was played, sparking a revival [(01:03:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3805s). - The speaker's family was part of a group of people who would attend Jimmy Swaggart's crusades, and when his services began airing on television, it helped put Pentecostalism on the map, with the speaker's 91-year-old father noting that [[Jimmy Swaggart]] had put them on the map [(01:03:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3830s). - The speaker received a gift containing special notes from Brother Swaggart, which included his notes on the message "not one hoof left behind," a message the speaker had been preaching for years, and was grateful to have the original notes [(01:04:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3866s). - The speaker was asked to sing one of Jimmy Swaggart's songs, and they sang it in their own style, as they cannot read music and instead sing by "letter," with the song being about looking for a city built above where believers will never die [(01:04:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3899s). - The song's lyrics express a desire to find a city where believers will never die, and where they will meet their savior and loved ones, with the repetition of the phrase "looking for a city" and "never say goodbye" emphasizing this theme [(01:05:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=3932s). ## Personal Reflections and Childhood Memories - The speaker reflects on their childhood, traveling with their parents to different churches, sleeping in church basements and pastor's homes, and attending church services an average of 300 nights a year, which they describe as a difficult experience [(01:09:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4162s). - The speaker notes that they have been in church more than the audience combined, and that they would often get to know the kids in the church when they traveled to different cities for extended periods, and they want to interject that they are a PK, or preacher's kid [(01:10:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4210s). - The deacons' kids are often blamed for being a bad influence, but it is actually the deacons' kids who are at fault, not the PKs, which stands for preacher's kids [(01:10:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4222s). ## Anecdotes and Memories of Donnie Swaggart - As a child, Donnie would often get into trouble during sermons, and one time, his dad, [[Jimmy Swaggart]], called him out in the middle of a sermon, telling him to go sit by his mother [(01:11:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4285s). ## Dr. Charles Stanley's Legacy and Connection to Jimmy Swaggart - The church world lost one of its giants a couple of years ago, Dr. Charles Stanley, who was one of America's great pastors and [[Bible]] teachers, and his ministry, [[In Touch Ministries | In Touch]], touched many lives over the years [(01:12:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4344s). - Dr. Anthony George, who was Dr. Stanley's successor at First Baptist in [[Atlanta]], reached out to Jimmy Swaggart's family after Dr. Stanley's passing and invited them to the memorial service, which they attended [(01:12:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4368s). - Dr. Anthony George is now a guest at Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday celebration, and he feels honored to be there, despite being a Baptist among non-[[Baptists]] [(01:13:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4410s). - Dr. Anthony George discovered [[Jimmy Swaggart]] Ministries while in the 11th grade, and he was deeply impacted by Brother Swaggart's music and preaching, which he would [[Watch | watch]] on TV and listen to on cassette tapes [(01:14:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4450s). - Dr. Anthony George bought his first Jimmy Swaggart cassette tape, titled "One More Time," with money he earned working at a grocery store, and he played it so much that it broke, but he still remembers every word to every song [(01:15:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4508s). - Jimmy Swaggart's ministry had a significant impact on Dr. Anthony George's life and ministry, helping him understand and long for the power of the [[Holy Spirit]], which has stayed with him throughout his years of ministry [(01:15:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4535s). - Dr. Anthony George went on to attend college and seminary, and he served as a pastor, but he never felt completely at home among Baptists due to the influence of Jimmy Swaggart's ministry on his life [(01:16:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4565s). - Dr. Charles Stanley was served as a pastor for 20 years before being called by Dr. Charles Stanley to be his associate pastor at First Baptist Church of [[Atlanta]] in 2012, with the goal of eventually succeeding him as pastor [(01:16:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4571s). - Dr. Stanley had followed Jimmy Swaggart's ministry from the beginning and admired how he used radio and television to spread the gospel, which became a model for his own ministry, [[In Touch Ministries | InTouch]] [(01:17:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4631s). - Dr. Stanley faced a personal storm in his life when his wife filed for divorce, which became a public spectacle and led to him being told to quit by many people, including leaders of the Baptist denomination and members of his own family [(01:17:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4674s). - During this difficult time, Dr. Stanley found strength in listening to Jimmy Swaggart's CDs, which helped him to cope with the fear, tears, and loneliness, and gave him the courage to continue his ministry [(01:19:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4760s). - Jimmy Swaggart's own experiences of enduring fierce storms in his life had given him the strength that Dr. Stanley needed to get through his own struggles, and Dr. Stanley often thought to himself, "If [[Jimmy Swaggart]] kept going, then I can too" [(01:20:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4803s). - When Dr. Stanley passed away, the first call that was made was to Jimmy Swaggart, as a way of showing appreciation for the impact he had on Dr. Stanley's life and ministry [(01:20:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4853s). - Jimmy Swaggart's influence extends to many notable figures, including Dr. Charles Stanley, who was impacted by Swaggart's ministry, and this was shared during a service where many leaders, including [[Franklin Graham]] and Dr. [[David Jeremiah | Jeremiah]], were in attendance to honor Dr. Stanley, but also ended up honoring Jimmy Swaggart [(01:21:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4875s). - During the service, Franklin Graham and Dr. Jeremiah gave eulogies and took the time to greet Jimmy Swaggart, showing their respect and admiration for him, with Dr. Jeremiah even sharing that he watches Swaggart's channel all the time [(01:22:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4950s). - The service was a celebration of Dr. Stanley's life, but it also turned into a tribute to Jimmy Swaggart, with the entire room giving him a standing ovation, and it was attended by many Baptist pastors and leaders of the [[Baptists | Southern Baptist]] denomination [(01:23:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=4980s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Influence and Impact on Ministry Leaders - [[Jimmy Swaggart]] is not only a musician, evangelist, [[Bible]] teacher, and visionary leader, but also a major influence and encourager in the lives of many kingdom leaders, heads of ministries, and pastors across the spectrum of God's kingdom [(01:23:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5017s). - The speaker credits Jimmy Swaggart with shaping their 16-year-old heart at the beginning of their ministry and is now in a place of ministry influence that they never would have imagined possible, and they are grateful for Swaggart's influence and for never giving up [(01:24:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5059s). ## Birthday Greetings from Richard Roberts and Paula White - [[Richard Roberts (evangelist) | Richard Roberts]] joined in the celebration of Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday, congratulating him and his family, and wishing him a happy birthday, praising [[God]] for every year of his life and believing in many more years to come [(01:24:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5089s). - Pastor [[Paula White]] also came to celebrate Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday, acknowledging the profound influence he has had on her life and ministry [(01:25:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5126s). - A woman shared how Jimmy Swaggart's ministry had a profound impact on her life, transforming her after she got saved and attended one of his sermons in [[Washington, D.C. | Washington DC]], where the fire of God fell, [(01:25:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5134s). ## Testimonies of Transformation and Gratitude - A woman shared how Jimmy Swaggart's ministry had a profound impact on her life, transforming her after she got saved and attended one of his sermons in Washington DC, where the fire of God fell, [(01:25:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5134s). - The former general overseer of the [[Church of God (Cleveland, Tennessee) | Church of God]], Bishop Tim Hill, expressed his gratitude to Jimmy and Francis Swaggart, stating that the Church of [[God]] is thankful for them and loves them, and he also shared how Jimmy Swaggart's ministry has blessed the Church of God over the years, [(01:26:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5185s). - Bishop Tim Hill also mentioned that Jimmy Swaggart's ministry helped the Church of God in times of need, such as during the flooding in [[Tennessee]], western North Carolina, West Virginia, and Virginia, by standing by them to help pastors rebuild homes and communities, [(01:27:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5270s). - A young pastor shared how his life changed after watching [[Jimmy Swaggart]] preach at the [[Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center | Dallas Memorial Auditorium]] in 1983, and how two words, "tears" and "anointing", have remained with him since then, describing Jimmy Swaggart's passion and the anointing that breaks the yoke, [(01:28:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5307s). - The same pastor also shared how Jimmy Swaggart was pulled from among many to be used by God, and how he was pressed beneath the rock of struggle and perseverance, but in that pressing, he was prepared to be poured to the world, bringing blessing to many through his anointing, [(01:30:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5436s). ## Song of Anointing and Prayer - A song is being sung, with lyrics about the anointing of the [[Holy Spirit | Holy Ghost]], which will soothe fears, wipe away tears, and make one clean like a mighty rushing stream, with the oil and wine of the anointing pouring out [(01:31:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5497s). - The congregation is lifting their hands to the heavenly Father, asking for forgiveness of sins, and for life, and to feel the touch of God's anointed hands [(01:33:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5604s). ## Birthday Wishes from President Trump - A letter from [[Donald Trump | Donald J. Trump]], the President of the [[United States]], is being read, congratulating [[Jimmy Swaggart]] on his 90th birthday, and expressing admiration for his strength and spirit, and wishing him continued health and happiness [(01:36:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5766s). - It is mentioned that President Trump has watched over 200 of Jimmy Swaggart's sermons on television, and had called him before announcing his re-election bid to let him know he had unfinished business to take care of [(01:37:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5842s). ## Video Messages and Reflections on Swaggart's Ministry - A video message is being shared, congratulating Pastor Jimmy Swaggart on his 90th birthday, and acknowledging his global ministry, which has exemplified wisdom in winning souls, with a memorable sermon in [[South America]] where hundreds of people came to the altar to accept Christ [(01:38:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5890s). - The message also recalls Jimmy Swaggart's passionate sermons, musical talents, and evangelistic style, which have been a blessing to many people around the world, and expresses gratitude for the impact of his ministry on their lives [(01:38:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5927s). - The sender of the video message, along with their family, is praying for [[Jimmy Swaggart]], his wife Frances, and their loved ones, to be surrounded by blessings of good health, abundant joy, and supernatural favor as he continues to proclaim the message of the cross [(01:39:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=5987s). ## Gratitude for Swaggart's Contributions to Missions and Ministry - Jimmy Swaggart is being congratulated on his 90th birthday and more than 65 years of ministry, with the speaker expressing gratitude for the millions of dollars Swaggart gave to the [[Assemblies of God]] as a result of his crusades in South America [(01:40:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6001s). - The speaker thanks Swaggart for his investment in world missions, which has had a tremendous impact and continues to draw dividends, with missionaries still reaping the rewards of that investment [(01:40:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6027s). - When the Lord led Jimmy Swaggart to expand his television program from 30 minutes to an hour and film crusades instead of taping in a studio, the Lord brought the necessary people to make it happen, including a great director who worked with the ministry for years [(01:41:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6094s). - The international crusades required a significant amount of equipment, including renting two cargo 747s, and the Lord provided the people needed to make it happen, including those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes [(01:43:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6197s). - The speaker is asking the audience to give a great big hand clap to the unknown and unseen men and women who worked behind the scenes for many years, giving their time and labor for the cause of Christ [(01:44:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6261s). ## Memories of Crusades and Ministry Growth - The speaker appreciates the kind wishes sent by many people and is reflecting on memories of the ministry, with one of the most notable crusades being the one at [[Madison Square Garden]] in [[New York City]] [(01:44:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6294s). - The speaker recalls the crusade at [[The Theater at Madison Square Garden | Felt Forum]], a 4500-seat auditorium connected to Madison Square Garden, and how they scheduled the cities and crusades, with [[Jimmy Swaggart]] being given the itinerary for the next year [(01:45:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6341s). - Jimmy Swaggart's team was setting up for an event in New York City, and despite initial reservations, they decided to go ahead with the plan, which ultimately led to a huge turnout of 45,500 people, with many more waiting outside, [(01:45:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6357s). - The event was so popular that the police informed the team that they had to open the doors early due to the large crowd, and the people swarmed the tables to buy records and other products, [(01:46:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6405s). - The team was overwhelmed, and three New York City policemen even offered to help sell records to the crowd outside, which they did, returning with empty boxes and asking for more, [(01:47:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6474s). - The following year, Jimmy Swaggart's team returned to New York City, this time filling the Madison Square Garden with 22,000 people, and a news crew from a major network reported on the event, noting that it was more popular than a recent [[Grateful Dead]] concert, [(01:48:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6517s). ## Matthew Swaggart's Reflections and Personal Story - The event's success is a cherished memory, and Jimmy Swaggart's son, Matthew, was invited to share his thoughts, and he spoke about the impact of his father's ministry, getting emotional as he thought about the millions of people whose lives have been changed by his father's sermons, [(01:49:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6599s). - Matthew shared a story that he hadn't thought of in years, and he was excited to talk about his father, [[Jimmy Swaggart]], and the significance of the occasion, [(01:51:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6661s). ## Childhood Memory of Healing and Faith - A personal story is shared about a moment when Papa Jimmy Swaggart was called to pray for a severe headache, and after he prayed, the headache disappeared, teaching valuable lessons about God's reality, love, and healing power [(01:51:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6670s). - The story took place when the speaker was around seven to nine years old, and it was an insignificant moment to others, but it had a profound impact on their life, teaching them to say "[[God]] is real, God loves me, and God's the healer" [(01:51:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6682s). - The speaker's bedroom was located at the top of the stairs, allowing them to hear Papa Jimmy's voice as he came up to pray for them, and after the prayer, the headache was gone, leaving a lasting impression on the speaker [(01:52:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6738s). - The experience had a lasting impact on the speaker's life, carrying the lessons of God's reality, love, and healing power with them for the next 30 years, even during difficult times when they felt like turning away from God [(01:53:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6796s). ## Gratitude and Honor for Papa Jimmy's Influence - Papa Jimmy's selfless act of answering the call and praying for the speaker is seen as an example of his dedication to his faith and his role in building the kingdom of God, inspiring millions and potentially billions of people [(01:54:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6840s). - The speaker expresses gratitude to Papa Jimmy for answering the call and having a profound impact on their life, and they honor him by speaking about his legacy and faith, referencing 1 Corinthians 15:58, which personifies Papa Jimmy's character as a fearless force of faith [(01:54:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6890s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Legacy of Faith and Service - [[Jimmy Swaggart]] has lived a life of unwavering faith, never settling for second place and always striving to build the kingdom of [[God]], where miracles follow, [(01:55:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6936s) - He has been immovable in the face of impossibility, weathering storms that would have sunk many people, and has labored for the Lord, not for the applause of man, but for the souls of generations, [(01:56:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=6982s) - His work has never been in vain, and the evidence of it stands in the hearts and lives of everyone who has been touched by his ministry, message, and unwavering stand on the word of God, [(01:57:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7044s) - Jimmy Swaggart's legacy is not just what he leaves behind, but the foundation he has built for others to stand on, and his family, including his grandson, sister Jennifer, and nine great-grandchildren, will continue his work, [(01:58:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7115s) - His life has been like a mighty live oak, rooted in righteousness, reaching toward heaven, and bearing fruit that spreads far and wide, and his wisdom is without measure, based on the souls that are going to heaven because of his stand, [(01:59:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7154s) - Jimmy Swaggart's work continues through his family, and every person who carries the fire of revival that he has ignited, including countless preachers and ministers who have been born out of his ministry, [(01:59:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7199s) - His grandson stands before him, not only as a family member, but as one of the countless lives transformed by his work, and he thanks [[Jimmy Swaggart]] for answering the call and preaching the promises of [[God]] and salvation, [(02:00:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7222s) ## Expressions of Gratitude and Admiration - Jimmy Swaggart is being celebrated on his 90th birthday, with his family and others expressing their gratitude for his dedication to spreading the gospel of [[Jesus | Jesus Christ]] [(02:00:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7251s). - The celebrant thanks Jimmy Swaggart for being a hero and a spiritual father to many, and for teaching them to stand firm and remain unmovable in their work for the Lord [(02:01:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7273s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Legacy and Recognition - Jimmy Swaggart's legacy is one of selfless service, and he has spent his life advancing Christ's ministry and kingdom through various forms of mass communication, including the Sunlight Broadcasting Network [(02:03:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7420s). - Senator [[Bill Cassidy]] has acknowledged Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday and his contributions to spreading the gospel, and has extended his heartfelt thanks to [[Jimmy Swaggart]] on behalf of the people of [[Louisiana]] and all Americans [(02:02:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7365s). - Jimmy Swaggart is being inducted into the [[Louisiana Music Hall of Fame]], and Mike Shepard, who runs the hall of fame, is present to give him an award [(02:04:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7497s). - The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame already includes notable musicians such as [[Jerry Lee Lewis]], [[Mickey Gilley]], and Bob Henderson, and Jimmy Swaggart's induction is a recognition of his musical talents and contributions [(02:05:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7530s). ## Recognition of Attendees and Supporters - The celebration also recognizes two individuals who have lost their husbands, and expresses appreciation for the contributions of all those who have supported Jimmy Swaggart's ministry over the years [(02:06:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7565s). - Sister Gwen George and Sister Esther WZ are in attendance at Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday celebration, and they are asked to stand and be recognized [(02:06:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7575s). ## Personal Reflections and Family Memories - There are three men who are considered to be on the [[Mount Rushmore]] of preachers, namely [[Billy Graham]], [[Oral Roberts]], and [[Jimmy Swaggart]], and for the speaker, Jimmy Swaggart is not only a legendary preacher but also his grandfather and hero [(02:07:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7623s). - Jimmy Swaggart has walked the earth for 90 years with an unwavering commitment to the gospel, a passion that has never dimmed, and a heart that has poured out love, grace, and wisdom to everyone around him [(02:07:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7660s). - The speaker has had the privilege of walking behind Jimmy Swaggart for 45 years, learning from him, and striving to be a fraction of the man that he is, and Jimmy Swaggart has taught him that faith is not something that you preach, but something that you live [(02:08:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7682s). - Jimmy Swaggart has also taught the speaker that family is not something that you have, but something that you cherish and protect, and that love is not something that you just say, but something that you show through sacrifice, kindness, and unwavering devotion [(02:08:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7707s). - The speaker has watched Jimmy Swaggart serve the Lord without hesitation, and has seen his strength in times of trial, his humility in times of success, and his faithfulness in all seasons, and he has built a legacy that will stand for generations [(02:09:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7741s). - The speaker cherishes the moments he had with Jimmy Swaggart and his wife, Mimi, including a trip they took with their daughters, Samantha, Abby, and Caroline, to take [[Christmas]] pictures, where Jimmy Swaggart and the speaker both wore pajama pants, while their wives were dressed up [(02:10:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7817s). - Jimmy Swaggart's family was spending time with him at his house, where his grandmother pointed out to Jill that Gabil is becoming more like his grandfather every day, which is considered a great compliment [(02:12:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7928s). - Jill expressed his desire to walk with even a fraction of Jimmy Swaggart's faith, love, and devotion, and to lead his family the way [[Jimmy Swaggart]] has led his, which would be a life worth living [(02:12:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=7965s). - Jimmy Swaggart's family was celebrating his 90th birthday, and Jill reminded him of what the Lord said to him when he turned 75, that there is still much more land to be possessed and that they would take back every parcel of ground that the devil has stolen from them [(02:13:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8000s). ## Pastor Bill Bailey's Anecdote and Scripture Reading - Jill praised Jimmy Swaggart, calling him the greatest Evangelist of all time, and the audience gave him a round of applause [(02:14:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8061s). - Pastor Bill Bailey shared a story about an interview with Brother [[Billy Graham]], who was asked what it feels like to be the greatest soul winner, and he replied that Jimmy Swaggart would be the one to ask [(02:15:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8107s). - A verse from [[Proverbs 11]]:30 was quoted, which says that the fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise, and this verse epitomizes Jimmy Swaggart's call and ministry [(02:15:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8137s). ## The Impact of Jimmy Swaggart's Ministry on Souls - Jimmy Swaggart's ministry has affected many souls, with many people being saved, lives being restored, and addicts being freed from their addictions, all because of his ministry [(02:16:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8175s). - Jimmy Swaggart's call from [[God]] came when he was eight years old, and he has been driven by a passion to win souls to the kingdom, preaching on the streets, in churches, auditoriums, arenas, and finally on television for 70 years [(02:17:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8255s). - [[Jimmy Swaggart]] has given his life to preach the gospel of [[Jesus | Jesus Christ]], and his 70 years of ministry have been for one purpose and one cause [(02:18:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8311s). ## Reflections on Church Changes and Swaggart's Constant Message - The church has seen many changes over the past 70 years, with some changes being good and others being bad, and it is emphasized that respect for the office one stands in is crucial [(02:18:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8330s). - Jimmy Swaggart's message has remained constant over the past 70 years, with a focus on Jesus saving, healing, baptizing in the [[Holy Spirit]], and coming again, and he has never wavered in his call, message, or commitment [(02:20:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8414s). - A young pastor once wrote to Jimmy Swaggart, stating that his time had passed and his method of ministry was old-fashioned, but Jimmy Swaggart responded by saying that his message has never changed and it works [(02:21:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8487s). ## Childhood Memories and Observations of Jimmy Swaggart's Ministry - Jimmy Swaggart's family, including his son, would often travel with him to different churches and revivals, and the son has many memories of his childhood, including staying in churches and hearing his father pray and seek [[God]] for the services [(02:22:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8544s). - The son would often sneak up and listen to his father praying, and he would see the power of God fill the buildings when his father would preach, with people being healed and families being restored [(02:23:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8632s). - The son remembers feeling that his father was different from other dads, with a touch of God, and he would [[Watch | watch]] as his father would begin to preach and the anointing would be evident [(02:25:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8716s). - Jimmy Swaggart's preaching style was unique in that the spirit of God would come upon him, and his words would go to the heart of the individual, resulting in sick bodies being healed, sinners being saved, and families being restored [(02:26:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8767s). - As a child, [[Jimmy Swaggart]] traveled with his father to various cities, where his father would preach for weeks without repeating the same sermon, and Jimmy Swaggart remembers being impressed by his father's ability to come up with new titles for his sermons [(02:26:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8798s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Father's Preaching Ministry - Jimmy Swaggart's father was a skilled preacher who could come up with creative titles for his sermons, such as "Flying Missiles, Atomic Bombs, and the Second Coming of [[Jesus | Jesus Christ]]" and "Can a Loving [[God]] Condemn a Soul to Eternal Hell?" [(02:27:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8828s). - In 1969, Jimmy Swaggart's father started the Camp Meeting Hour on radio, which eventually spread across the nation, and he would teach about the [[Holy Spirit]], resulting in a significant amount of mail being addressed to "Mr. [[Pentecost]]" [(02:28:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8924s). - In 1971, Jimmy Swaggart's father went on television with a 30-minute program, which was initially filmed at a local station, but later moved to [[WWL-TV | WWL]] in [[New Orleans]] and then to [[WLAC]] in [[Nashville, Tennessee]], where it became one of the top television programs in America [(02:29:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=8953s). ## The Growth and Expansion of Jimmy Swaggart's Ministry - The ministry experienced a significant shift when Jimmy Swaggart's father was told by the Lord to expand the telecast from 30 minutes to an hour and start filming the crusades, which led to a significant increase in the ministry's reach and intensity [(02:30:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9046s). - [[Jimmy Swaggart]] was put in charge of the platform by his father, which was a significant change in personnel and staffing, and he remembers being surprised and overwhelmed by the responsibility [(02:31:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9116s). - Jimmy Swaggart's first crusade as an evangelist was in [[Knoxville, Tennessee]], where he stood on a platform and introduced himself as the evangelist, which was a scary experience for him [(02:32:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9144s). - [[God]] began to bless Jimmy Swaggart's ministry, and he was directed to take the telecast overseas, where it was translated into multiple languages, including [[Spanish language | Spanish]], [[Portuguese language | Portuguese]], [[Italian language | Italian]], and [[French language | French]] [(02:32:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9169s). - Jimmy Swaggart's ministry expanded to include overseas crusades, with the first one being in [[Guatemala City]], [[Guatemala]], and he still holds the record for the largest attendance in the world's largest soccer stadium, Monakana Stadium in [[São Paulo | Sao Paulo]], [[Brazil]], with over 250,000 people in attendance [(02:33:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9188s). - Jimmy Swaggart's ministry also involved missions through the [[Assemblies of God]], where they gave millions of dollars to build churches, [[Bible]] schools, mobile medical clinics, and feeding programs that fed hundreds of thousands of children every day [(02:33:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9228s). - Jimmy Swaggart's son, Donnie, was invited to preach in Gaakil, [[Ecuador]], where they had previously given $750,000 to build a church and a school, and thousands of children have been educated and introduced to [[Pentecost]] through the telecast [(02:34:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9258s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Views on Music and Ministry - [[Jimmy Swaggart]] had specifically prayed that his son, Donnie, would not be involved in music, as he believed the call of music was too strong and could deter him from preaching the gospel [(02:36:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9361s). - Jimmy Swaggart was once approached by the head of a large Christian recording label to become one of their artists, but he declined, saying that he would have to change the way he recorded, and he preferred to stick to his traditional style of worship [(02:36:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9411s). - Jimmy Swaggart also had an encounter with a secular music executive from [[Columbia Records]], who asked him about his record distributor, and Jimmy Swaggart replied that it was the [[Holy Spirit | Holy Ghost]] [(02:37:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9468s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Television Ministry and the Expositor's Bible - Jimmy Swaggart is the longest running television preacher in history, with his network, SVN, reaching 300 million television homes worldwide, a feat that is considered conservative [(02:38:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9508s). - The Expositor's [[Bible]], a [[Study Bible | study Bible]], was conceived by [[Jimmy Swaggart]], and its format was deemed phenomenal, with over 7.5 million copies distributed, including 4 million given to pastors and workers around the world for free, and it has been translated into several languages, including [[Spanish language | Spanish]], [[Portuguese language | Portuguese]], [[Russian language | Russian]], [[German language | German]], [[French language | French]], and soon [[Vietnamese language | Vietnamese]] and Mongolian [(02:39:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9561s). ## Jimmy Swaggart's Talents and Family Legacy - Jimmy Swaggart is a man of many talents, including being a preacher, singer, musician, writer, and educator, but most importantly, he is a man of [[God]] [(02:40:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9639s). - The family is proud of Jimmy Swaggart's legacy, which includes his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, with his grandchildren being described as the most beautiful in the world [(02:42:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9738s). - Navy, one of Jimmy Swaggart's grandchildren, wrote a note to him on his 90th birthday, expressing her love and admiration for him, calling him the best preacher and singer in the world, and encouraging him to keep going [(02:42:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9775s). - Jimmy Swaggart's legacy extends to his family, with his children and grandchildren following in his footsteps, including Gabriel, who is also a preacher, and Jennifer, who is compared to Francis, and the family honors him on his special day [(02:43:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9834s). - Everything that Jimmy Swaggart's family knows about God, [[Bible | the Bible]], dedication, and consecration, they learned from him, and they acknowledge that he was raised by God to bring back the emphasis on the cross of Christ to the church [(02:44:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9878s). ## Birthday Celebration and Closing Remarks - The family and guests gathered to celebrate Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday, and they sang "Happy Birthday" to him, led by Brian, with everyone joining in, regardless of their singing abilities [(02:46:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=9960s). - The celebration begins with a song, expressing gratitude that sins are gone, and thanking [[God]] for his mercy [(02:47:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=10033s) - The audience is invited to return at 6:00 PM to join Pastor Jensen Franklin for a special blessing, and to hug one another in a show of love and appreciation [(02:48:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=10093s) - The crowd is encouraged to sing in one accord, lifting their voices to praise the Lord and feel his presence, letting the sound of praises fill the air [(02:49:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=10159s) - The song continues, emphasizing the preciousness of the Lord and the importance of singing his praise, with the crowd singing "sometimes gently sing our hearts in one accord" [(02:50:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=10230s) - The celebration is a special tribute to Brother Jimmy Swaggart's 90th birthday, honoring his life, ministry, and music, and giving thanks for the countless lives touched by his faithfulness [(02:52:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=10379s) - The audience is invited to visit [[Watch | watch.sonlifeetv.com]] or download the SBN Now app for more on-demand programming, as the celebration comes to a close [(02:53:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw&t=10390s) ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPegB03eNRw)