Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi Reflect on John MacArthur’s Final Words Before Death

'You cannot be faithful and popular so take your pick,' said John MacArthur who recently died

What will evangelical preacher John MacArthur be remembered for? Followers point to his unwavering commitment to scripture and doctrine.

Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi Reflect on John MacArthur’s Final Words Before Death

This past weekend, Grace Community Church (GCC) pastors Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi shared some of John MacArthur’s last words before he died on July 14. Read MoreThe post Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi Reflect on John MacArthur’s Final Words Before Death appeared first on Christian News Now.

Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi Reflect on John MacArthur’s Final Words Before Death

This past weekend, Grace Community Church (GCC) pastors Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi shared some of John MacArthur’s last words before he died on July 14.

John MacArthur: Helping Americans Count Angels on the Heads of Pins – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics

John McArthur, the de facto leader of one of American Protestantism’s major contemporary wings, died on July 14, 2026, at the age of 86. The son and grandson of preachers, MacArthur was the author of more than 150 books and pamphlets; was still active in the pulpit of his church, Grace Community Church of Sun Valley, California, and head of his Master’s University and Master’s Seminary; and hosted a daily radio program/media ministry, Grace To Y…

John MacArthur reportedly expressed assurance of salvation on death bed: 'I feel no sting'

The late Pastor John MacArthur expressed assurance of his salvation in some of his final words, according to a pastor at his Grace Community Church.

Purported Last Words of Pastor John MacArthur Revealed

Close friends of the late pastor John MacArthur shared some of his final words, revealing that he was reflecting on 1 Corinthians 15:55 (“O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?”) before his passing. During a Gracelife Fellowship group led by Grace Community Church elders Phil Johnson and Mike Riccardi, the two pastors discussed the life and legacy of their mentor and father figure, with the latter offering: .blockspare-e2d…