For decades, his voice brought comfort, wisdom, and a moment of peace to living rooms across the country. Tonight, we remember Doctor Bob Roberts, the beloved voice behind the ‘Sixty-Second Sermon’, who passed away today at the age of 90 in the United States. His short but powerful messages of faith became a cherished tradition, airing just before the evening news since the early days of Greater Belize Media. It all began when Doctor Roberts approached then-Executive Producer Stewart Krohn with a simple idea: to share hope in just sixty seconds. And for so many, he did just that. Before his passing, Doctor Roberts left us with one final message, a reflection on a life devoted to faith, service, and the power of a kind word.
Dr. Bob Roberts, Deceased
“Perhaps you have heard by now that the Sixty-Second Sermon man is dead. Well, I want you to know that is a rumor that is not all together. True for though he died. He is not dead. The Sixty-Second Sermon man man has never been more alive than he is today. Recently, I just hoisted up the old anchor that has held me steadfast and sure for all these years, boarded the old ship of Zion and sailed right into the presence of God where I was welcomed home by Jesus Christ, my glorious savior, the king of kings and the Lord of Lords. I just changed one shore for another, a tent for a mansion, and have now taken up residence with those who have preceded me in death in a far better country. I have joined all the saints of ages past who have overcome sin, death, and the devil to sit into bleachers of heaven that surround this vast universe. To cheer and encourage those of you who are still running the race and fighting the good fight of faith to be faithful to the end. While all here with the Lord enjoy blessed fellowship, we’re keenly aware that we cannot experience our completion and all that God has promised us for all eternity until all have made this great trip and transition. So we encourage you to share the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ wherever you can, whenever you can, however you can with as many as you can until it has been preached to every kindred and nation. And then shall the end come and with a sound of the trumpet, Jesus will return for you and we shall be joined together in the clouds and change for eternity into his likeness and experience our completion. For you, my friends who have not yet come to know Jesus Christ is your personal savior, celebrate this day with me by inviting Christ into your life and accept his forgiveness and plan for your life.”
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