Samuel Rodriguez Jr. (born September 29, 1969) is an American Evangelical Christian evangelist born to Puerto Rican parents in the United States. He is a pastor, movie producer, author, civil rights activist and television personality.
Rodriguez was also included in Charisma Magazine's "40 People Who Radically Changed Our World" series. He has received honorary doctorates from William Jessup University, Northwest University and Baptist University of the Americas. Rodriguez regularly comments for publications and media outlets such as CNN, Fox News, PBS, Telemundo, NBC and others.
At age 16, Rodriguez delivered his first sermon. He quickly grew to be a leading and acclaimed evangelical preacher. In 1992, he became an ordained minister in the Assemblies of God, a Pentecostal denomination.
Most people are weary and discouraged right now. Inspired by the story of Elisha’s faithfulness, bestselling author Samuel Rodriguez helps you tap into the power of persevering with hope amid the dark times in which we live. This book will help you persevere, break free and discover the assignment, anointing, and authority God has waiting for you.
Watch impactful and powerful messages from Pastor Sam every week on TBN, TBN Salsa and Impact Network.