British Peer Utilizes Wealth for Christian Mission
Lord Robert Edmiston, a prominent British businessman and member of the House of Lords, has dedicated his influence and resources to furthering Christian evangelism, which he considers a core aspect of both his public and personal endeavors.
In a recent episode of Evangelical 360 with host Brian Stiller, Lord Edmiston and his wife, Lady Tracie Edmiston, shared insights into how their faith has impacted their roles in business, politics, philanthropy, and global outreach.
Lord Edmiston’s journey began in his teenage years when a simple church invitation arrived in his mailbox, sparking a transformation from a rebellious youth to a devout Christian.
Although initially feeling a divine call to serve as a missionary in Africa, Edmiston’s path led him into the business world, where his success allowed him to fund and support large-scale evangelistic missions worldwide.
Reflecting on his early career, Lord Edmiston recounted the challenges of balancing family, night studies, and multiple jobs, ultimately training as an accountant. “But even in that crisis, God had a plan,” he remarked.
Lady Edmiston recalled the founding of Christian Vision, an initiative inspired by the Holy Spirit to enhance global evangelism, particularly in areas where churches face operational challenges. The organization has evolved from using shortwave radio to embracing digital outreach and innovative media.
Lord Edmiston emphasized that their philanthropy is driven by obedience to the gospel rather than wealth itself, stating, “I never made it my god… and it’s God that gives us the power to create wealth anyhow.”
The couple’s organization aims to reach individuals in places with limited church access, using digital media to engage and develop sustained “faith journeys.” Lady Edmiston highlighted the importance of collaborating with other ministries to understand cultural pathways to faith.
Lord Edmiston noted that their efforts are not about building a private empire but strengthening the global Church and connecting people to local congregations when possible. However, in some contexts, digital communities serve as viable alternatives.
Despite global challenges, Lord Edmiston remains hopeful, observing a renewed spiritual interest among youth and the unprecedented evangelistic opportunities afforded by modern communication technologies. “Jesus has the clue; the Holy Spirit has the clue to how we should do things,” he explained.
Lord Edmiston has also contributed to the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer, slated to commence construction in 2025 after raising £40 million. The land and significant funds were provided by IM Properties, owned by Lord Edmiston, marking a tribute to divine intervention through history.
He concluded by reiterating their mission: “Everything we have, we give away. And if we’ve got a project, we’ll give it away to someone who can do it better than us. There’s no tribalism here. I’m not trying to build a local church. What we’re doing is trying to build the kingdom of God.”
This article was originally written by www.christiantoday.com
