Nigerian gospel music artiste, Frank Edwards has joined hundreds of thousands of Christians all over the world in mourning the demise of famend American gospel singer and worship chief, Dr Ron Kenoly, who handed away on the age of 81.
The Nigerian gospel star expressed his grief in an emotional submit shared on-line, describing Kenoly’s passing as an excellent loss to the physique of Christ.
In his message, Frank Edwards wrote: “Life nicely lived, Heaven’s achieve 🙏🕊️ Thanks for the music, thanks for the impression! Relaxation nicely Dr Ron Kenoly.”
His phrases echoed the emotions of many gospel ministers who grew up singing and main worship with Kenoly’s songs.
Ron Kenoly was born on December 6, 1944, in Coffeyville, Kansas, United States.
He grew to become globally identified within the Nineteen Nineties for his energetic reward type and scripture-filled worship songs that remodeled church companies throughout continents.
Songs equivalent to Historic of Days, Jesus Is Alive, I See the Lord and Raise Him Up grew to become worship staples in church buildings, conferences and prayer conferences worldwide.
Kenoly served for a few years as a worship chief and pastor at Jubilee Christian Heart in San Jose, California.
Past music, he was identified for instructing on worship, management and religious development, influencing generations of worship leaders, pastors and gospel artistes.
Though particulars surrounding his demise stay personal, shut associates confirmed that he had confronted well being challenges lately.
His household has requested for privateness as they mourn and make burial preparations.
Following the information of his passing, tributes poured in from gospel ministers, church leaders and followers throughout Africa, Europe and the US.
Many described Kenoly as a person who shifted worship from efficiency to real reward, serving to believers deal with God’s presence slightly than the stage.
Ron Kenoly is survived by his spouse, youngsters and grandchildren. His legacy lives on via his music, teachings and the numerous lives touched by his ministry.
For a lot of, his songs weren’t simply music however moments of encounter, prayer and religion that can proceed lengthy after his passing.