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July 16, 2025
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Dr. Alex McFarland recalls the life and legacy of John MacArthur
GREENSBORO, N.C. — On July 14, John MacArthur, pastor, prominent theologian and author, went home to his Savior after a bout with pneumonia at the age of 86. His more than 50 years of dedication to Grace Community Church and commitment to sharing God’s Word will forever leave a lasting impact on the Christian community.
“John MacArthur has been/was THE public face of faithful, courageous, exegetical proclamation of scripture for as long as I’ve been a Christian,” said youth, culture and religion expert Dr. Alex McFarland. “Every ordained minister in America is indebted to this man’s scholarship and decades-long example; MacArthur was a dependable role model of what it means to be a shepherd and preacher.
“For those like me who agreed with America’s founders that the government has no right to reach into the affairs of the church, I was especially appreciative of John MacArthur’s courage in the face of government persecution of Christianity during COVID.
“MacArthur obeyed God rather than man and kept Grace Community Church open during the unconstitutional quarantines, with the pure Word of God being proclaimed. He endured criticism, threats and legal persecution — all in the quest to remain faithful to Christ.
“May John MacArthur’s life inspire countless others to serve and stand faithfully. May God bless the sacred memory.”
Alex McFarland currently co-hosts Exploring the Word on the American Family Radio Network, airing daily on nearly 200 radio stations across the U.S. He is also the host of the “Alex McFarland Show,” which airs weekly on NRB TV and YouTube. The “Alex McFarland Show” podcast is available here.
McFarland and theologian Bert Harper, veteran cohosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast Exploring the Word, are proud to announce the launch of their latest book, “100 Bible Questions and Answers for Families.” A follow-up to their previous work, “100 Bible Questions and Answers,” this powerful new book promises to guide Christians through some of the most common challenges and queries people have about God, the Bible, and Christian living.
Alex McFarland has authored or co-authored more than 20 books, including the newly released “100 Bible Questions & Answers for Families,” “10 Issues that Divide Christians,” “The God You Thought You Knew,” “10 Answers for Skeptics,” “10 Answers for Atheists,” “The 21 Toughest Questions Your Kids Will Ask About Christianity,” published by Focus on the Family, and more.
McFarland is a frequent guest on Fox News and has been interviewed by other media outlets including Fox and Friends, Focus On The Family radio, NPR’s All Things Considered, The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC, CBN, La Vie (France), and various news outlets including CBS, FOX, NBC, CSPAN, SRN, and the Associated Press (AP) wire service. He is a contributing writer in print and electronic media, including LA Times, Boston Herald, OK- Celebrity News Magazine, Christianity Today, Charisma, On Mission, Billy Graham’s Decision Magazine and more.
Learn more about Alex McFarland Ministries at its website, Facebook and Instagram pages, or X feed.
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