July 1, 2025

Iconic Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart Has Passed Away

On June 15, 2025, Jimmy Swaggart suffered a cardiac arrest. He was taken to the medical center in Baton Rouge after EMTs were able to revive his heart. For the past two weeks, prayers from all over the world have been lifted on his behalf.

Today, the office of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries announced that the renowned 90-year-old evangelist passed away this morning. “Today, our hearts are heavy as we share that Brother Swaggart has finished his earthly race and entered into the presence of His Savior, Jesus Christ. Today was the day he has sung about for decades. He met his beloved Savior and entered the portals of glory. At the same time, we rejoice knowing that we will see him again one day.”

For over seven decades, Brother Swaggart poured out his life preaching the Gospel, singing songs of the faith, and pointing millions to the saving power of Jesus Christ and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. His voice echoed through nations, his music softened hearts, and his message never changed: Jesus Christ and Him crucified.

He was not just a preacher - he was a worshiper, a warrior, and a witness to the grace and mercy of God. He was a man whose faith was steadfast and always entered whatever door the Lord opened. And the Lord honored that faith.

John Lanier - Co-founder and Executive Editor of Christian Voice Magazine - shares, "Jimmy Swaggart, his ministry, and his family have been a huge part of my life, both personally and in my spiritual development from an early age. I'm going to miss this man of faith." He says a special tribute to Jimmy Swaggart will be published in the August 2025 issue of Christian Voice Magazine.

No announcement has been made as to whether there will be a public memorial service for Rev. Swaggart. But any details received will be posted here.

Please continue to lift up Sister Frances, Donnie, Debbie, Gabriel, Jill, Jennifer, Clif, Matt, Joanna, Sam, Ryder, Abby, Lola, Harper, Navy, Harrison, Caroline and Mackenzie in your prayers. 

The family would like to thank the staff, doctors and nurses at Baton Rouge General Medical Center for their incredible support and care given during this time.