Remembering Apostle Lobias Murray and His Legacy

If you grew up in the Dallas area or spent any time following the history of the modern holiness movement, you've almost certainly heard the name Apostle Lobias Murray. He wasn't just a preacher; he was a powerhouse who built a spiritual empire from the ground up, starting at a time when things weren't exactly easy for African American ministers in the South. His story is one of those classic "against all odds" narratives that actually lives up to the hype. ...

May 10, 2026 · 7 min · Johan Ward