Tributes
“Pat believed in the dignity, the value, and the worth of every individual. He always believed that an individual has the God-given responsibility to utilize and maximize the talents that God has given him.”
Ben Kinchlow, Former 700 Club Co-host
*Before his death in 2018
“I have seen Pat move — he was a mover. When he was with you, he won you.”
Barry Hon, Regent University Trustee
Pat Robertson not only founded the first religious television station — but he was an innovator in broadcast formats. Perhaps his greatest contribution was the variety magazine-type show.
Dr. Ben Armstrong, National Religious Broadcasters
Long after Pat Robertson is gone, Regent University will be training young people. And it will be doing that with a Christian perspective.
Dr. David Clark, Regent University Founding Professor
“A kind and gracious servant went to be with Jesus today. Having had the opportunity to know Pat, it was clear he wanted everyone he met to experience the love of Christ and salvation for themselves. He was bold and brave, steadfast in his commitment to serve the Kingdom of God with his many giftings. He’ll indeed be missed, yet his legacy of sharing the Gospel - on the airwaves, worldwide - carries on. Praise God for that.”
Dr. David Jeremiah
“Pat Robertson was an inspiring Virginian and a passionate servant of the Lord whose lifelong example leaves a legacy matched by very few.
I was grateful for the time we shared together just last year at Regent University’s commencement. While Suzanne and I are praying for the Robertson family, CBN family, and Regent family during this difficult time we also know heaven is rejoicing this morning.”
Governor Glenn Youngkin
“Pat Robertson, a great friend to my father, to me, and to our ministries, has graduated to a new address in Heaven. Heaven is real and awaits everyone who puts their faith and trust in God and His Son, Jesus Christ. I will miss Pat, but I know that I will see him again one day. I’m sure that his family would appreciate our prayers.
I’m grateful for how Pat Robertson helped bring Jesus Christ into the mainstream. He set the standard for others to follow. So many people in Christian broadcasting measured their TV programs based on the standard at CBN. Pat had a high bar and I appreciate that. He also set a standard in his willingness to engage the culture in topics of faith. My father would preach a Crusade and it would be on television several times a year for a few days, but this is something that Pat did every day. He shared the Gospel of Jesus Christ every chance he had. There’s no question he was a trailblazer, and I thank God for him.
Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.” (John 11:25-26)
Franklin Graham
“Pat Robertson touched so many lives and changed so many hearts. He stood for America – and more importantly, for truth and faith. He did the Lord’s work and we will always remember his witness.”
Governor Nikki Haley
“Today the World lost an incredible and powerful Voice for Faith and Freedom. Pat Robertson showed us that Belief in God produces results that can change the course of History. Pat’s legacy lives on in the many endeavors and lives that he touched. He will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers are with his Family!”
Donald J. Trump
“Pat Robertson was truly a Pioneer of the Evangelical world. If there is a single word that would sum him up it would be, vision. It’s been said, “Faith sees invisible things” and Pat applied his faith to the great commission to go into all the world and preach the Gospel” literally. The result was millions of people came to a life-changing relationship with Christ through his television ministry.
It was my honor to spend some time with him over the years and I can tell you that Pat was a truly kind and generous man. Thank God for his life and legacy. The world is a much better place because Pat Robertson was in it.”
Pastor Greg Laurie
“We honor the life of Pat Robertson, an amazing man of God and a friend of our family for many years. He was a pioneer who followed his dream and God’s calling on his life. His impact reached millions around the world and his incredible legacy will continue through his family and ministry. Our hearts and prayers are with his family.”
Pastor Joel Osteen
Pat Robertson’s bold faith was an inspiration to millions and we mark his passing with a sense of personal loss. Through his writings, broadcasts and advocacy, Pat touched countless lives with the gospel of Jesus Christ including mine. I have long been inspired by his stand for America and our traditional values. Pat Robertson will be deeply missed. Karen and I send our deepest sympathies and prayers to Gordon, the entire Robertson family and all who cherished this good and godly man. America is poorer but Heaven is richer with the passing of this faithful servant. God bless Pat Robertson.
Mike Pence