You’ve probably heard of Yonggi David Cho, if you have not, he’s a world-renowned pastor and the founder of the largest church in the world, which has over one million members. But what you may not know is that pastor Cho’s story is one of redemption.

He was born into a poor family in South Korea, and his early life was filled with violence and abuse. But Cho was determined to make something of himself. He started preaching at the age of 17.

Let’s take a closer look at the life and ministry of Yonggi David Cho, his background and what motivates him, and some of his most famous teachings and quotes. Early Life and Family

The Early Years, Education, and Family Life of David Yonggi Cho

Pastor Cho was born on January 1, 1936, in the small town of Asan, South Korea. His father was a pastor, and he passed on his love for God to Cho at a young age. He joined the seminary at age 16.

Pastor Cho met his wife (Kim Sung-Hae) at the seminary. They have three children together, two sons named Cho Hee-jun and Cho Min, and a daughter named Cho Sul-Hee. They both were soon ordained as ministers. They both preached throughout South Korea, and his ministry began to.......continue