"Training Souls to Win"™
Fight For Your Soul
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
with Edward John
Music by Edward John "Jesus"
Two Days of Powerful Talks
Edward John invites you to the all-new “Fight For Your Soul Conference,”
May 2-3rd in Grapevine, Texas.
The greatest battle you face today is for your soul - your mind, will and emotions.
You can win the fight for your soul and discover undeserved favor.
For years Edward John has been “Training Souls to Win.”™
Learn how to place your strength, energy and focus correctly
so that you can experience greater victory and accelerate to the next level.
Come, be equipped, be refreshed, and find support with other warriors in the battle.
The Conference
May 2
7pm - 9:30pm CDT
May 3
9am - 10pm CDT
Edward John is a favored speaker, author, singer and an accomplished television producer /personality. He is co-founder of Freesound Media Company.
Norwegian-British Edward John currently resides in Oslo, Norway. He graduated from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was a professional athlete until the age of twenty-three. In 1999 while playing in a soccer match, he had a divine encounter with God that led him into full-time ministry.
For more than twenty years, Edward John has traveled around the globe, singing, speaking and encouraging audiences with God's truth. His passion is "Training Souls to Win"TM. His songs and his DVD teachings, “Fearless Living" and "Real Living," have blessed people all over the world.
Edward John is a founding team member of Kanal 10 (Channel 10) in Norway. Today he is the Programming Director and the front TV personality of this leading 24-hour Christian television network in Scandinavia. Edward John hosts his own primetime flagship program, "Scandinavia Live," which airs on all Channel 10 networks, reaching beyond the Scandinavian countries.
One of his latest projects is to produce and give direction to Wendy Alec’s (founder of GOD TV) network founder spots and her personal TV program: "An Evening with Wendy" for GOD TV, global network.
Edward John is the recipient of the prestigious "Platinum Award" for excellence in communications and international achievement in media presented at the Global Media Summit 2016 (GMS).
Edward John co-produced and starred in "The Chase" TV series, which was awarded the "People's Choice Award" by NRB (National Religious Broadcasters, USA). It also won the prestigious "Angel Award" for excellence in Media.
His book, "JESUS How Full of Grace," was released in Scandinavia in 2015, and his new book, "Fight For Your Soul: How to Become Spiritually Fit in 90 Days,” is scheduled to be released in 2017.
Edward John has dedicated his life to spreading the gospel on a global scale. He daily follows what he believes God has placed on his heart to do, walking by faith and living under God's grace and favor.
Edward John "Training Souls To Win"™
About Edward John
Special Guests
Sujo John - YouCanFree.Us
Survived 911 terrorist attack that brought down the twin towers of New York's World Trade Center. Today he is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of human trafficking victims. His fight against modern day slavery has encouraged a network of global leaders to raise its voice against this evil of our time.
Testimony Speakers
Donna Jennings
Founder and Director of For the Love of a Child (FLOC) a Christian Charity that helps vulnerable and needy children at home and abroad. FLOC was established by Donna and her husband Tom following the tragic death of their son Samuel, FLOC’S first project “The Sam’s House Project” was set up in honour of his memory. A Sam’s house offers therapeutic play spaces to children that have experienced trauma due to war, conflict and loss.
(www.samshouseproject.com)
Donna is a HCPC registered Dramatherapist from Roehampton University with an MA in Dramatherapy and a Clinical Supervisor. She runs The “Breakthrough Therapeutic Service” within City church Dundee in Scotland. The service, utilises her Dramatherapy skills within the framework of Father, son and Holy Spirit.
Donna is also an author of several Children’s books that carry allegorically the message of Christ and help children explore issues of loss and identity and faith and Destiny. Donna has been a Christian for over 20 years,married to Thomas and has three beautiful
Mainstage Speakers
What will FFYS do for you?
You will be equipped with powerful, life-changing truths and resources by your host Edward John.
You will be refreshed by testimonies from ordinary people who have experienced extraordinary victories.
You will be encouraged by talented and anointed musical guests.
FFYS = Fight For Your Soul
FFYS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2017
is the PRE-EVENT for the
GLOBAL MEDIA SUMMIT CONFERENCE
GMS follows our event on May 4-6
To learn more about this event go to:
Testimony Speakers
Special Guest Speakers
Sujo John - YouCanFree.Us
Sujo survived the 911 terrorist attack that brought down the Twin Towers of New York's World Trade Center. Today he shares his story of hope, restoration, and change to churches, universities, sporting events, Fortune 500 companies, and festivals in hundreds of cities in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. He has appeared on or been featured in the BBC, CBC, The 700 Club, Billy Graham Special, TBN, Charisma Magazine, I am Second, Life Today–James & Betty Robison, Family Talk–Dr. James Dobson, Christianity Today, Associated Press, The New York Times, The Times-London, and The National Post.
Sujo is the founder of YouCanFree.Us, an international humanitarian organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of human trafficking victims. His fight against modern day slavery has encouraged a network of global leaders to raise its voice against this evil of our times. YouCanFree.Us presently operates safe houses in India and Poland and runs awareness and prevention campaigns in North America, Asia, and Europe.
Sujo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and an MBA in Business. He and his wife Mary, and their children, Jeremy, Sophia, and Jayden, make their home in the Dallas area.
Brenda Crouch - BrendaCrouch.com
From the broken road of childhood sexual abuse to adult-onset domestic violence, Brenda’s powerful testimony of healing and restoration affirms the hope of the gospel to a hurting world. A daughter of gospel music recording artists, Brenda grew up among the glimmering lights of Nevada. Exposure to the entertainment industry earned her status as a professional singer at an early age. After achieving success as a TV spokes model, V.O. singer and performer, it was the incessant call of God on her life and her mother’s prayers that steered her back to God’s kingdom purpose and Christian music. Today she is a sought after speaker, writer, singer, and the wife of American Christian broadcaster and film producer, Paul Crouch Jr.
Kevin Sorbo - KevinSorbo.net
Kevin Sorbo received international stardom with the lead role in “Hercules, the Legendary Journeys” (1993-1999), which became the most watched TV show in the world, airing in 176 countries. Following that success, Sorbo had the lead role as Captain Dylan Hunt in Gene Roddenberry’s, “Andromeda” (2000-2005). Sorbo’s first feature film, “Kull, the Conqueror” for Universal Studios was followed by more than 50 movies, including “Soul Surfer” starring alongside Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt. Other notable movies include, “Avenging Angel,” “Storm Rider,” “Walking Tall: The Payback,” “The Santa Suit,” and “Abel’s Field."
2014 saw the release of the faith-based movie, “God’s Not Dead.” The two million dollar budgeted movie became the most successful independent faith based film ever, with over $75 million in US box office and $140 million worldwide.
Sorbo also starred in the independent film, “What If,” which was nominated for Best Family Movie of the Year 2011 by the Movie Guide Awards. He also received the Movie Guide Award for Most Inspirational Performance of the Year. Some of his many television credits include, “Two and a Half Men,” “According to Jim,” “Dharma and Greg,” “Hawaii 5-0,” and “The OC.”
Sorbo acted in and directed his most recent movie, “Let There Be Light,” which is set for a Christmas 2017 release. This dramatic Christmas movie follows the life of a world famous atheist who after a near death experience has a change of heart in the way he looks at life.
In 2012 Kevin released his memoir, True Strength: My Journey from Hercules to Mere Mortal and How Nearly Dying Saved My Life. The book chronicles his near death experience when he suffered three strokes and the ensuing battle to regain his life. Sorbo also co-authored a Chicken Soup for the Soul book, Think Positive for Kids. His new book, True Faith, will be released in the summer of 2017.
In real life, Kevin leads "A World Fit for Kids,” a successful mentoring model that trains inner-city teens to use school, fitness, sports, and positive role models for themselves. World Fit is the number one after-school program in California. Sorbo resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Sam, and their three young children.
Sam Sorbo - SamSorbo.com
Until recently, Sam Sorbo hosted the nationally syndicated program, The Sam Sorbo Show. An accomplished actress, author, and international model, in 2015 Sam performed in "Just Let Go", winning “Best Supporting Actress” from the Utah Film Awards. Her third book is They’re YOUR Kids: An Inspirational Journey from Self-Doubter to Home School Advocate. The Sorbos home educate their three children. Sam co-wrote, produced, and co-starred in the feature, "Let There Be Light," due out Christmas, 2017 (executive producer: Sean Hannity; director: Kevin Sorbo).
Worship & Music Artists
Cynthia Clark
Cyndi Clark is a singer-songwriter and the mother of three beautiful, talented daughters of which her youngest is the reigning Miss Texas Outstanding Teen 2016-17. She has served as a soloist and worship leader for various worship ministries in Nevada, California, Missouri, and Texas for over 30 years. She has also been a singer and speaker at various national and international conferences. Her TV appearances include California Tonight, Coast to Coast, TBN, and Daystar. Cyndi accepted Christ at the age of seven but had a life-changing encounter with Him at age fifteen while being hospitalized for an illness that threatened her life. Cyndi’s passion is singing and worshiping her Creator and Healer. As an encourager to the hurting and broken and with a heart for single mothers, she has a passion to share the truth about God's unbridled love for us all.
John James -
Co-founder and lead singer of the Newsboys for over 16 years, John now travels nationally and internally as an evangelist and speaker. He shares his powerful message at churches, conferences, youth rallies, and schools. John has had the privilege of ministering on some of the largest stages around the world in front of tens of thousands, and he has seen thousands of people make decisions for Christ through his ministry. He has been fortunate to play an integral part in influencing churches at a national and international level to reach the NOW generation. His passion for young people has compelled him to become an extremely effective speaker in schools as well. His sharp insight into the level of influence, leadership, skills, attitudes, and goals needed to succeed has given John the credibility to speak with authority. He works to stir the church at large, as well as local creative teams, to produce new levels of excellence and passion for evangelism as they gear up for a great harvest!
Crossfire Gospel Band - crossfiregospelband.com
The music of Crossfire Gospel Band has been described as "Jesus music with an attitude." In 2009 Randy Reeves and former bassist Chris Bigley felt the leading of the Holy Spirit to leave the band they were in and form a new band around the mandate of "Ministry First." They wanted to stop covering other people's music and do the music that the Lord was laying on Randy's heart. They wanted to be in a ministry that was seriously fun and seriously effective. The band is comprised of Randy Reeves (lead vocal, guitar), Ron Pardue (guitar, vocals), Brad Allen (guitar, vocals), John Kennon (drums), and Albert Garcia (bass). The guys have been blessed with three hits from their CD. "Jesus is Knocking" climbed to #18. "Cowboy for Jesus" went to #10, and the title track, "Wings of My Salvation," topped out as the band's first #1 song. The end of 2014 marked the release of the boys third CD entitled "Lean on the Lord." This CD has yielded two more #1 hits with the title track, “Lean on the Lord," and the second release, “Gimme Back My Country.” As always and in all things, "To God be all the glory," and with His blessing the future of the ministry looks brighter all the time.
"Wings of My Salvation" (music video)
Special Guests
Sujo John - YouCanFree.Us
Survived 911 terrorist attack that brought down the twin towers of New York's World Trade Center. Today he is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of human trafficking victims. His fight against modern day slavery has encouraged a network of global leaders to raise its voice against this evil of our time.
Testimony Speakers
Donna Jennings
Founder and Director of For the Love of a Child (FLOC) a Christian Charity that helps vulnerable and needy children at home and abroad. FLOC was established by Donna and her husband Tom following the tragic death of their son Samuel, FLOC’S first project “The Sam’s House Project” was set up in honour of his memory. A Sam’s house offers therapeutic play spaces to children that have experienced trauma due to war, conflict and loss.
(www.samshouseproject.com)
Donna is a HCPC registered Dramatherapist from Roehampton University with an MA in Dramatherapy and a Clinical Supervisor. She runs The “Breakthrough Therapeutic Service” within City church Dundee in Scotland. The service, utilises her Dramatherapy skills within the framework of Father, son and Holy Spirit.
Donna is also an author of several Children’s books that carry allegorically the message of Christ and help children explore issues of loss and identity and faith and Destiny. Donna has been a Christian for over 20 years,married to Thomas and has three beautiful
Mainstage Speakers
Bruce K. Jacobson, Jr.
In January 2004 Bruce Jacobson was appointed Vice President of Media for LIFE Outreach International. As Vice President of Media, Bruce is responsible for the establishment, implementation, and direction of programming strategy for the Life Today with James Robison daily television program. Life Today is a nationally and internationally syndicated talk show, which is available to over 300 million homes in North America, Europe, and Australia.
Bruce also serves as Executive Producer of Life Today. He began his career at LIFE Outreach International in 1995 as the television program adopted its talk show format. Consequently Bruce has been involved with the Life Today program since its inception and has played a prominent role in the show’s success – as evidenced by being a two time recipient of the TV Program of the Year award by the National Religious Broadcasters. Before joining LIFE Outreach International’s staff, Bruce was part of the administrations of President Ronald Reagan and President George Bush.
A 1982 honors graduate of Baylor University with a BA in Political Science, Bruce was the 1985 recipient of the Honorary Fort Worth Citizenship Award, being named as Outstanding Young Man of Fort Worth. He was also chosen as an Outstanding Young Man of America in 1986.
Tammy Kling - TammyKling.com
Tammy is a bestselling author and leadership expert who delivered a TEDx talk, "Words Are Currency," on the power of words. As an advocate for the homeless, an entrepreneur, and founder of “OnFire Books,” she manages the only company in the world that employs homeless writers.
Tammy is a keynote speaker who engages audiences in a powerful way in order to help them breakthrough and elevate! She is the author of the global best seller, The Compass: From Where You Are…to Where You Want to Be. Tammy speaks on how God can use your words to save a life. She also shares how she uses words today in her book company and prison ministry program to help others overcome adversity.
Joseph H. Graves - GravesThomas.com
Joseph (“Joe”) H. Graves is a man of faith, a husband, a father, and an attorney. In 2016 his life appeared perfect. Loved by family and friends, respected by colleagues and associates, he viewed his career and his life as on an upward arc. He had financial security, a successful law practice, three perfect children, and a lovely, devoted wife. December 4th, 2016 changed everything. Newspaper images of a distraught Joe and Carole Graves sitting inconsolable at the water’s edge, as the search for their son ended in the worst possible outcome, are unforgettable and painful. Jimmy Graves drowned in a tragic boating accident.
Joe Graves was confronted with every parent’s worst nightmare. In the days immediately following Jimmy’s passing, Joe encountered something else—countless young people who had been touched by Jimmy’s kindness. He also met many young people who were hurting. To honor Jimmy’s legacy, Joe Graves launched the Jimmy Graves Foundation. The Jimmy Graves Foundation is a humanitarian, community foundation focused on improving the lives of children and families in Vero Beach, Florida. The Foundation board, members, and volunteers are predominately members of the greater Vero Beach community.
Today, Joe Graves brings you an important message. It is what Jimmy Graves would tell you himself, if he were here: “Don’t quit. Be a champion.”
Special Testimony Speakers
Donna Jennings - SamsHouseProject.com
Following the tragic death of her son, Samuel, Donna and her husband Tom founded “For the Love of a Child.” FLOC is a Christian charity that helps vulnerable and needy children at home and abroad. The “Sam’s House Project” was set up in honor of their son's memory. A Sam’s House offers therapeutic play spaces to children that have experienced trauma due to war, conflict, and loss.
Donna is a Dramatherapist and a Clinical Supervisor. She runs the “Breakthrough Therapeutic Service” within City Church Dundee in Scotland. Donna is also an author of several children’s books that carry allegorically the message of Christ and help children explore issues of loss, identity, faith, and destiny.
Donna has been a Christian for over twenty years. She is married to Thomas and has three beautiful children: Joy, Zoe, and Jacob.
Coming soon...Edward John's new book
Fight For Your Soul:
How to Become Spiritually Fit in 90 Days
"Training Souls to Win"™
Bruce K. Jacobson, Jr.
In January 2004 Bruce Jacobson was appointed Vice President of Media for LIFE Outreach International. As Vice President of Media, Bruce is responsible for the establishment, implementation, and direction of programming strategy for the Life Today with James Robison daily television program. Life Today is a nationally and internationally syndicated talk show, which is available to over 300 million homes in North America, Europe, and Australia.
Bruce also serves as Executive Producer of Life Today. He began his career at LIFE Outreach International in 1995 as the television program adopted its talk show format. Consequently Bruce has been involved with the Life Today program since its inception and has played a prominent role in the show’s success – as evidenced by being a two time recipient of the TV Program of the Year award by the National Religious Broadcasters. Before joining LIFE Outreach International’s staff, Bruce was part of the administrations of President Ronald Reagan and President George Bush.
A 1982 honors graduate of Baylor University with a BA in Political Science, Bruce was the 1985 recipient of the Honorary Fort Worth Citizenship Award, being named as Outstanding Young Man of Fort Worth. He was also chosen as an Outstanding Young Man of America in 1986.
Tammy Kling - TammyKling.com
Tammy is a bestselling author and leadership expert who delivered a TEDx talk, "Words Are Currency," on the power of words. As an advocate for the homeless, an entrepreneur, and founder of “OnFire Books,” she manages the only company in the world that employs homeless writers.
Tammy is a keynote speaker who engages audiences in a powerful way in order to help them breakthrough and elevate! She is the author of the global best seller, The Compass: From Where You Are…to Where You Want to Be. Tammy speaks on how God can use your words to save a life. She also shares how she uses words today in her book company and prison ministry program to help others overcome adversity.
Joseph H. Graves - GravesThomas.com
Joseph (“Joe”) H. Graves is a man of faith, a husband, a father, and an attorney. In 2016 his life appeared perfect. Loved by family and friends, respected by colleagues and associates, he viewed his career and his life as on an upward arc. He had financial security, a successful law practice, three perfect children, and a lovely, devoted wife. December 4th, 2016 changed everything. Newspaper images of a distraught Joe and Carole Graves sitting inconsolable at the water’s edge, as the search for their son ended in the worst possible outcome, are unforgettable and painful. Jimmy Graves drowned in a tragic boating accident.
Joe Graves was confronted with every parent’s worst nightmare. In the days immediately following Jimmy’s passing, Joe encountered something else—countless young people who had been touched by Jimmy’s kindness. He also met many young people who were hurting. To honor Jimmy’s legacy, Joe Graves launched the Jimmy Graves Foundation. The Jimmy Graves Foundation is a humanitarian, community foundation focused on improving the lives of children and families in Vero Beach, Florida. The Foundation board, members, and volunteers are predominately members of the greater Vero Beach community.
Today, Joe Graves brings you an important message. It is what Jimmy Graves would tell you himself, if he were here: “Don’t quit. Be a champion.”
Special Testimony Speakers