Dr. Charles F. Stanley (1932-2023)

Charles Stanley

Dr. Charles Stanley was born on September 25, 1932, in Dry Fork, Virginia. He attended the University of Richmond and Southwestern Theological Seminary for his undergraduate studies. Later, he earned Master of Theology and Doctor of Theology degrees from Luther Rice Seminary.

His pastoral ministry included serving at First Baptist Church of Atlanta, Fruitland Baptist Church in Hendersonville, North Carolina, First Baptist Church of Fairborn, Ohio, First Baptist Church of Miami, and First Baptist Church in Bartow, Florida. In 1985 and 1986, he served two terms as president of the Southern Baptist Convention.

In 1971, he began his television ministry in Atlanta with "The Chapel Hour". The Christian Broadcasting Network reached out to Stanley in 1978 and launched the renamed "In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley". Over the course of his five decades of ministry, he became America's longest-serving television pastor, whose messages were heard in 115 countries around the world via radio, television, shortwave, and the internet.

Dr. Stanley wrote more than 70 books and Bible studies, including several New York Times bestsellers. Among them are God's Purpose for Your Life, Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit, Eternal Security, and the Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Daily Bible.

He is survived by his son, Andy Stanley, pastor of North Point Ministries, his daughter Becky Stanley Broderson, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. His wife, Anna Johnson Stanley, passed away in 2014.

  • Discover peace and confidence to help you face an ever-changing world.

    Journey through the year with Knowing the God who Never Changes, a 365-day devotional from the works of beloved pastor and teacher Dr. Charles Stanley that reminds you that, while life shifts and seasons change, God’s love, promises, and character remain steadfast, offering you daily strength and unshakable hope.

    Knowing the God Who Never Changes invites you to anchor your heart in the eternal truth that, while everything around you may change, God remains steadfast, trustworthy, and true. This yearlong devotional will help you:

    • Experience stability in uncertain times. Each devotional reading draws from Scripture to remind you that God’s nature never varies—His love, mercy, and promises endure forever.
    • Grow in personal relationship with God. Practical applications and heartfelt prayers guide you toward deeper trust and daily obedience.
    • Be encouraged by timeless biblical truth. Drawing on Dr. Stanley’s most enduring messages, these reflections offer strength for every season.

    Whether you are a longtime follower of Dr. Stanley’s teaching or are seeking to strengthen your walk with Christ, this devotional will help you find the stability in faith and the growth in Christ you’ve been longing for. This beautiful devotional is ideal for self-purchase or a meaningful gift for significant life events or special occasions.

    Most important, Knowing the God Who Never Changes reminds you every day that although the world changes, God never does.

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    This premium deluxe edition of Charles Stanley’s foundational teachings on biblical manhood is designed for year-round inspiration, reflection, and spiritual growth.

    Many Christian men long to lead well at home and work, but they aren’t sure what that looks like. How can they be both strong and compassionate, both confident and humble, in a culture that questions whether they should be leaders at all?

    In Man of God, Pastor Charles Stanley offers men a clear biblical vision of authentic manhood rooted in their identity in Christ. This carefully curated new edition distills the essential teachings from Dr. Stanley’s classic work into a beautifully designed gift book. With journaling pages, a ribbon marker, and interior color accents, it’s ideal for personal spiritual formation, mentoring, and men’s ministry. Man of God reminds men that following God is not about perfection but about a growing, open-hearted faith.

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  • Powerfully honest prayers for every challenge in your life.

    We know God is there for us. He calls to us and encourages us to entrust our troubles and questions to His care. But so many of us struggle with translating our pain, desires, and hopes into words. In this book of powerful prayers, internationally respected pastor and bestselling author Dr. Charles Stanley helps you start conversations with God in a transparent, honest, and humble way that will deepen your relationship with Christ and heal your heart.

    • When emotions overwhelm us
    • When life is painfully difficult
    • When others need our prayerful intercession
    • When God tasks us with specific callings

     

    Full of insight on listening to and walking with God, each prayer is designed to be customized to your unique situation. But more than that, these prayers were written to draw you further into the presence of God, allow you to sense the promptings of the Holy Spirit, and help you obey as the Lord guides you in the way you should go.

    As Dr. Stanley writes, "The purpose of this book is for you to hear Jesus--to know Him better and love Him more in the distinct area where you are enduring the storm."

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  • When life feels less than fulfilling, lacking in purpose, and short on peace, there is hope!

    Embark on this 90-day journey with Dr. Charles Stanley and you will discover life lessons rooted in timeless biblical wisdom that will transform your life. Each devotion addresses real-world issues like how to step out in faith, overcome doubt, remain faithful in trials, and discern God’s direction for your life.

    In addition to providing biblically based principles for everyday living—often through the lives of biblical characters like Abraham, Moses, and Joshua—each Christ-centered devotion gives you:

    • A Scripture reading
    • A key verse
    • Goals for the day
    • A prompt to help you personally apply the lesson

    No one wants to live an unfulfilled life. God intends for His children to live with intentionality that results in a life of passion, purpose, and peace. But living that kind of life doesn’t happen by accident. By focusing on timeless truths for spiritual growth presented in a practical, relatable format, Your Path to Purpose, Passion, and Peace meets this vital need and leads to true, lasting, profound transformation in your life.

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Christian Living Books

Bible Studies

  1. 30 Life Principles, Revised and Updated: A Guide for Growing in Knowledge and Understanding of God
  2. Advancing Through Adversity
    Charles F. Stanley
    HarperChristian Resources / 2019 / Trade Paperback
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  3. Becoming Emotionally Whole
    Charles F. Stanley
    HarperChristian Resources / 2020 / Trade Paperback
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  4. Relying on the Holy Spirit
    Charles F. Stanley
    HarperChristian Resources / 2019 / Trade Paperback
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Devotionals