TEXAS GOSPEL STAFF
John MacArthur, the well-known California author, speaker and pastor, has been admitted to hospital with pneumonia. The news was shared with the congregation at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley during a Sunday morning service. Church leaders spoke openly about the seriousness of his condition, acknowledging that he may soon be called home to be with the Lord. Pastor Tom Patton, a longtime member of the church’s leadership, invited the congregation to pray for MacArthur and his family during this difficult time.
Over the past couple of years, MacArthur’s health has faced ongoing setbacks. In early 2023, he experienced breathing complications shortly after preaching, which led to multiple heart surgeries and a lung procedure. Following an extended hospital stay, he returned home but was unable to resume his regular preaching schedule. Though he remained hopeful and expressed a desire to return to ministry, his physical challenges have kept him from public appearances and key church events throughout 2024.
During the Sunday service, Patton offered a heartfelt prayer, asking for strength and peace for MacArthur’s wife, Patricia, along with their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He spoke of MacArthur’s lifelong faithfulness and devotion to his calling, and prayed for God’s grace to surround the entire family as they walk through this uncertain time. The church community was encouraged to rally in prayer and support for a man whose ministry has shaped lives for generations.
For over five decades, MacArthur has been a significant figure in Evangelical circles, known both for his preaching and his Grace to You broadcast, which reaches audiences worldwide. He has written extensively on theology and Scripture, leaving a lasting legacy through thousands of sermons and published works. In a reflective interview last year, MacArthur acknowledged the realities of aging, saying he was aware he was nearing the final chapter of his earthly journey — a truth he faced with faith and gratitude.
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