There are those who preach with words, and then there are those whose lives preach even louder. Dag Heward-Mills is a man whose entire life has become a message—a message of sacrifice, dedication, and unrelenting passion for the gospel. He has not only taught the importance of laying down one’s life for Christ; he has lived it. The long hours, the travel, the tireless soul-winning, and the countless churches planted across the world all speak of a man who has poured out his life for the sake of others.
He could have chosen the comfort of one city or the prestige of one pulpit, but instead, he chose the road of obedience—the road that led to crusade grounds in remote towns, dusty villages, and unfamiliar lands. He has never asked others to do what he was not willing to do first. That is what makes his ministry so powerful. It’s not built on theory—it’s built on example.
Bishop Dag’s life is proof that one man’s full surrender to God can impact millions. He has given everything for the sake of the call—his time, his health, his finances, and even his personal ambitions. He lives what Paul wrote in Philippians 2:17: “Yea, and if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I joy, and rejoice with you all.” His joy is in the work. His reward is in the fruit. And his legacy is in the lives that have been changed because he said yes to Jesus.
Leaving a Trail for Others to Follow
A poured-out life doesn’t end with one man—it creates a path for others to walk in. Bishop Dag has not only given his life; he has taught others how to give theirs. His books, sermons, and personal mentorship have shown pastors, missionaries, and lay ministers what it means to live selflessly. He preaches about the cross—not just the one Jesus carried, but the one every believer must carry. And through his life, people understand that carrying the cross is not a burden—it’s a privilege.
He has given us a pattern. A blueprint. A visible example of what it looks like when someone lives entirely for the gospel. And in doing so, he has inspired thousands of men and women around the world to abandon selfish ambition and embrace divine purpose.
The life of Dag Heward-Mills is still preaching. Every crusade is a sermon. Every church plant is a message. Every missionary he sends is another echo of his life being poured out for Christ. And long after he’s gone, the fragrance of his sacrifice will remain—because when a life is poured out for God, it leaves a permanent mark on eternity.
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