Bob Russell
Bob Russell is a retired senior pastor of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, where he led the congregation through four decades to become one of the largest churches in America upon his retirement in 2006. Renowned for his church leadership insights, Bob currently leads Bob Russell Ministries, with a focus of mentoring pastors, consulting church leadership, and speaking at churches and conferences nationwide. He has authored over a dozen books and, through BobRussell.org, has written over 600 weekly articles, offering Biblical guidance on contemporary issues.Who to Blame?
This past week the news media followed the gripping story of a submersible vessel that disappeared in the North Atlantic. Last Sunday night, “The Titan,” operated by OceanGate expeditions, lost......
Eight Signs the “Man of Lawlessness” Is Near
The Bible says those who follow Christ are to encourage one another “…and all the more as you see the day approaching” (Hebrews 10:25). Although no one knows the exact......
Five Reasons to Have Your Wedding at a Church
I no longer officiate many weddings, but I have performed two in the past two weeks — one for the daughter of a good friend and the other for my granddaughter,......
How Long Is Your Shadow?
Two weeks ago, I wrote about the funerals of Judge Tom Wine and Coach Denny Crum. I received several emails thanking me for the tributes, and after reading them, I......
Thankful for God’s Great Faithfulness in the Little Things
In a world where many seem obsessed with gaining the next big emotional high, it is often the lesser moments, when we are able to see God’s faithfulness, that bring......
Honor to Whom Honor Is Due – Judge Tom Wine and Coach Denny Crum
I recently spoke at the funeral services for two of my friends – Tom Wine and Denny Crum. Both were well-known and influential community leaders. Tom Wine was a former......
This Mother’s Day, Give Your Mother Some Grace
Growing up, my mother was the primary disciplinarian in our family. My dad was gracious and merciful, while my mother was more concerned with truth and justice. My mom believed......
To Whom Much Influence Is Given, Much Influence Is Required
Kudos to Riley Gaines, the University of Kentucky swimmer who has taken a strong stance to protect the integrity of women’s sports. Riley publicly opposed the idea of men participating......
When Is Enough, Enough
I have been a big fan of Lamar Jackson since 2015 when I first watched him play football as a freshman at the University of Louisville. He was the most......
A Prayer for Our City
Bob Russell’s “Prayer for Our City” was recorded on April 12, 2023, the morning after a gunman opened fire inside the Old National Bank building in downtown Louisville, killing five......