Sunday Night with Ted Alexander

Key Moments:

Introduction 00:00

• Missionary Ted Alexander begins by referencing Psalm 40 and discussing the topic of salvation.
• He shares his intention to intertwine scripture with his personal testimony.
• Ted Alexander has been traveling for over 20 years, preaching the gospel.

The Importance of Testimony 00:00

• Missionary Ted Alexander emphasizes the biblical basis for sharing personal testimony.

Personal Background and Upbringing 00:00

• Missionary Ted Alexander describes his rough upbringing in a coal mining town.
• He talks about the violence, alcoholism, and difficult family life he experienced.
• Raised as a Catholic, he details his disillusionment with the church and his family's religious background.

Descent into Trouble and Searching for Meaning 05:55

• Missionary Ted Alexander recounts his descent into substance abuse and trouble with the law.
• He shares how his brother's return from the military and subsequent conversion to Christianity began to influence him.

Family Conversions and Personal Struggle 11:14

• Missionary Ted Alexander's family members begin to find faith, which puts pressure on him.
• Despite resistance, Ted Alexander finds himself increasingly drawn to the message of salvation.

The Turning Point in Basic Training 16:56

• Missionary Ted Alexander joins the army as an escape but finds himself confronted with his need for change.
• He receives a Gideon's Bible, which he initially dismisses but later reads in desperation.

The Moment of Salvation 23:07

• Missionary Ted Alexander shares the moment he accepted Jesus Christ as his savior.

The New Life After Conversion 28:56

Conclusion and Invitation 35:27