Charles Stanley is founder and president of In Touch Ministries, whose IN TOUCH radio and television program is broadcast around the world in more than 100 languages. He has also been senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, for more than 35 years.

Dr. Stanley received his bachelor of arts degree from the University of Richmond, his bachelor of divinity degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and his master's and doctor's degrees from Luther Rice Seminary. He has twice been elected president of the Southern Baptist Convention and is a New York Times best-selling author, having written many books, including Living the Extraordinary Life, When the Enemy Strikes, Finding Peace, God Is In Control, Into His Presence, Success God's Way, Handbook for Christian Living, The Source of My Strength, and How to Listen to God.