When God Answers Prayer

About Bob Russell

God has blessed Bob Russell with a life much different than one he could have ever imagined. As a young man growing up in northern Pennsylvania Bob had intended on becoming a high school basketball coach in his hometown. During his senior year of high school however Bob realized a desire in his heart to enter the ministry. Soon thereafter he enrolled in Cincinnati Bible Seminary where he graduated in 1965.At just twenty-two years of age Bob became the pastor of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville Kentucky. Today that small congregation of 120 members has become one of the largest churches in America with 18000 people attending the four worship services every weekend.Bob and his wife Judy have been married for forty years. They have two married sons who live in Louisville and are active at Southeast and six grandchildren with whom they enjoy spending their time.An accomplished author Bob has written over one-dozen books. He also has a weekly column in The Lookout a magazine printed by Standard Publishing. A highly respected speaker Bob is heard weekly on the Living Word a nationally syndicated radio program. In his leisure time he enjoys playing golf and is an avid University of Louisville basketball fan.Bob Russell's gift of humor and insight along with his unyielding commitment to honesty and integrity will inspire the hearts of those who listen to consider Biblical truths as they relate to life in contemporary culture.