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Chattanooga, TN
Born in
Indiana
, Lee Roberson (November 24, 1909 - April 29, 2007) studied history, theology and music. He worked on early radio, singing on WHAS in
Louisville
and on WSM in
Nashville
, before entering the ministry in 1932 in Greenbriar, TN. In 1942 he came to serve as pastor of
Highland Park
Baptist
Church
, and established
Tennessee
Temple
University
. His tenure was marked by phenomenal growth at the church with over 60,000 joining the church by profession of faith. He has overseen the training of thousands of pastors, evangelists, and missionaries; and has preached around the world in revival meetings and conferences.
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