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7 reactions to James Robison's death: 'A faithful voice for the Gospel'

By Samantha Kamman, Christian Post Reporter
James Robison speaks at the "First Conference" at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, on Jan. 5, 2014
James Robison speaks at the "First Conference" at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, on Jan. 5, 2014 | YouTube/lifetodaytv

Christian ministry leaders, organizations and media personalities honored the legacy of televangelist James Robison this week, reflecting on how he helped shape many of their careers.

The Texas-based televangelist and founder of LIFE Outreach International died at age 82. Robison’s ministry board confirmed his death in a Sunday statement, promising that the founder’s mission will continue.

“James devoted his life to sharing the Gospel and bringing hope, help and healing to those in need around the world,” the board wrote, adding that the organization would continue food and clean-water programs and broader outreach efforts.

Robison hosted “LIFE Today,” a long-running Christian television program. He helped build LIFE Outreach International into a ministry known for feeding programs, clean-water initiatives, disaster relief and outreach to vulnerable communities worldwide.

Here are seven reactions to the death of televangelist James Robison.

Samantha Kamman is a reporter for The Christian Post. She can be reached at: samantha.kamman@christianpost.com. Follow her on Twitter: @Samantha_Kamman

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