David Platt is a pastor known for his deep biblical scholarship and his commitment to bringing Christian faith into modern life. Born on July 11, 1979, he has made significant contributions to the Christian community through his leadership and writings.
Curnonsky, born Nikolai Vasilyevich Pavlovsky, was a French writer of Russian origin, known primarily for his descriptions of cuisine. Active during the early 20th century, he is considered one of the pioneers of French culinary literature. His works, which are celebrated for their detailed portrayals of food and culinary arts, have had a significant impact on French culinary culture and continue to be widely read and studied today.
German pastor, theologian, philosopher, and member of the resistance against the Nazis. Born on February 4, 1906, in Germany, he was executed on April 9, 1945 in a concentration camp.
Billy Graham (born November 7, 1918) was a prominent American evangelist, widely regarded as one of the most influential Christian leaders of the 20th century. Graham, born in a farming family in North Carolina, developed a deep passion for religion from an early age. He began his ministry in 1939 and spent the following decades spreading the Christian Gospel through radio, television, books, and speaking engagements to hundreds of millions of people around the world.
John Piper is a renowned Christian author and theologian, born on January 11, 1946. His works cover a wide range of topics including Christian theology, spiritual growth, and biblical studies, and have been highly appreciated by readers worldwide.
George Whitefield, a renowned British preacher, was born on December 16, 1714, and died on September 30, 1770. Known for his passionate preaching style and his significant impact on the religious reform in America, Whitefield is often referred to as the 'Father of American Evangelicalism'.
R.C. Sproul is a renowned Christian theologian, author, and lecturer. Born on February 13, 1939, he is known for his extensive research and widespread dissemination of Christian doctrine and theology. Sproul's works cover a range of topics from basic theology to more advanced theological subjects, and his writings have had a profound impact on many Christians.
John Owen (1616-1683) was a prominent English theologian, writer, and pastor. His works have had a profound impact on Christian theology, particularly in the areas of predestination and moral theology.
Oswald Chambers (July 24, 1874 – November 15, 1917) was a Scottish Christian minister, teacher, and writer, best known for his devotional classic 'My Utmost for His Highest'. Born in Aberdeen, he studied art in London before feeling called to ministry. He taught at the Bible Training College in London and served as a YMCA chaplain to British soldiers in Egypt during World War I, where he died of complications from appendicitis. His works, compiled posthumously by his wife Gertrude, have inspired millions worldwide.
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church. Elected on March 13, 2013, he is the first pope from the Americas, the Southern Hemisphere, and the Jesuit order. Known for his humility, focus on the poor, and social justice, he advocates for church reform, environmental protection, and interfaith dialogue. His papacy addresses global issues like the COVID-19 pandemic and migration crises.