Amazing Grace: An Autobiography

by Jimmy Swaggart

The relationship between God and man hinges on faith—the unseen evidence that eludes countless souls. That’s why, throughout the ages, God has called men to proclaim His gospel message with an anointing, a boldness, and a fire that ignites the measure of faith in every human heart. At the age of eight, God called Jimmy Lee Swaggart for the purpose of world evangelism. In the tiny town of Ferriday, Louisiana, his Spirit-filled grandmother told him, “Jimmy, you will see a harvest of souls such as the world has never seen before.” Indeed, he did see it, and so did we. But before God placed Jimmy Swaggart before the masses, He first raised him up to preach—on the streets of Louisiana, inside rural churches, into a radio mic, and, eventually, in front of a television camera. Today, the iconic evangelist preaches to the largest audience of his 62-year ministry—nearly 2 billion people—and his revelatory message is not only one of salvation, but also sanctification through Jesus Christ and Him crucified. In his own words, and in his own way, Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart now tells his personal story of God’s amazing grace.

302 pages, Hardcover

Published December 13, 2018

About the author

Jimmy Lee Swaggart was an American Pentecostal televangelist, pastor, media mogul, author and gospel music artist.
Swaggart was ordained as a pastor by the Assemblies of God. He went on to become one of the most well-known televangelists in America. During the 1980s, his crusades were a major part of his ministry—drawing large crowds and receiving significant media attention. Swaggart founded Jimmy Swaggart Ministries, which owns and operates the SonLife Broadcasting Network (SBN). He also founded the Jimmy Swaggart Bible College. Swaggart was the senior pastor of the Family Worship Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Swaggart was known for scandals involving prostitutes and revolutionary groups accused of war crimes in southern Africa. One prostitution scandal gave rise to a televised February 21, 1988, speech by Swaggart known as his "I have sinned" speech. After Swaggart was defrocked by the Assemblies of God due to sexual immorality, he moved on to become a non-denominational minister.
Swaggart wrote about 50 Christian books offered through his ministry. He sold over 15 million records worldwide as a gospel artist and he also received one Grammy Awards nomination.

Reviews

[Dana Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love autobiography's and this book didn't disappoint! I loved reading how the Lord started working in this man's life at such an early age. I love who you are Jimmy and all that you do for the body of Christ and I thank God for you as I have learned soooo much.