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Voddie Baucham
1969 - 2025
Voddie Baucham
1969 - 2025
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BORN
1969
DIED
2025
Voddie Baucham Obituary
Born March 11, 1969, in Los Angeles, he became a Christian during college and devoted his life to expository preaching and Christian education.
Baucham pastored churches in Texas, taught widely, and became known for clear, unapologetic biblical teaching. In 2015, he moved with his family to Zambia, where he served as the founding Dean of Theology at African Christian University.
He returned to the United States in 2024 to help establish Founders Seminary in Cape Coral, Florida. When Founders Seminary opened in August 2025, Baucham was introduced as its founding president.
His books include "Family Driven Faith," "Expository Apologetics," and "Fault Lines," which topped Christian bestseller lists after its 2021 release. He wrote and spoke extensively on Scripture's authority, the Christian family, and discipleship.
Baucham's public battle with heart failure in 2021 led to successful quadruple bypass surgery. He often credited prayer and the care of physicians for his recovery.
He is survived by his wife, Bridget, whom he married in 1989, and their nine children: Jasmine, Voddie III ("Trey"), Elijah, Asher, Judah, Micah, Safya, Amos, and Simeon. The family homeschooled their children and ministered together for many years.
By Legacy News Staff
(Image: @voddieb via Instagram)
61 Entries
Jasmine James
Yesterday
Truly praying for his wife, as the have built a life for almost 40 years together, and his children who won´t just miss a great preacher but a piece of their heart and lives. He influenced my family with his testimony and love for his family and for the Father through Christ! I believe our Heavenly Father was glorified in His son our brother in Christ.
Claniece Bowles
Yesterday
It is with our deepest sympathies for the profound loss you are all experiencing.
We grieve with hope with you and your family knowing that this is not the end and one day we will be at the feet of Jesus together.
Voddie´s messages and unique gifting to teach the word have blessed our family so much .
Darlene Ephriam
Yesterday
It's truly hard to believe but I know he impacted my life because he stood firm on the Word of Go and he was lion in the Kingdom of God. We extend our condolences to his wife and children. Thank you for sharing him with the world! Love Min. E!
Diana & Dean Forbes
Yesterday
I met Voddie and his family through by mom Kathy Knight. She was a long time supporter until her passing. Voddie would often visit her in her retirement home and later skilled nursing. He and his family came to her funeral. I have watched his YouTube sermons and found his to be a very powerful speaker. We will miss his Biblical insight and sermons.
Our love and prayers go out to his family and may they feel the strength of the Lord during the time and find peace knowing Voddie is in the arms of the Lord.
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Alonzo Reese
Yesterday
What a wonderful gift of life God gave this man. I love him and his spiritual teaching. God is calling home His children. I am totally blown out of the water to hear about his passing. God will be receptive of his soul.
Pastor Michael F. & Karen Wells
Yesterday
To the Bachman Family may the Lord our God bless, comfort, strengthen, uphold, and keep you, as you mourn the home going of your husband, father, priest, provider, protector, mentor and friend. A Mighty Man of God and Defender of the Faith. Truly he will be missed. Our prayers and condolences to you all.
Joseph Wilson
Yesterday
My condolences to your family. Voddie was aware of the need of spiritual knowledge. He also taught others about God. Spirituality was deeply embedded in Voddie´s life, and he knew that our Heavenly Father would not forget the good he did toward others. Voddie knew that serving God and applying his counsel would leave to the best life now as well as everlasting life in the future.
May God bless your family and give you comfort.
Kristina McDaniel
Yesterday
Thank You Pastor Voddie Baucham for always speaking the truth of God's word, for the no nonsense deliberation of your messages for courage and boldness of your words in sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. I had the privilege of meeting you a few years ago at a small church in Houston and I am ever so grateful. You are not gone! We will see you again! Until then we will pick up the touch and march on with Gods message. Sending Love and Prayers to your beautiful wife Bridget and your lovely children. Enjoy your new life with Jesus and we will see you soon. - Sincerely Kristina
Sabrina Breeden
Yesterday
When I heard this I was shocked. There are some people on this earth you know automatically are anoited. When I have heard him speak, preach and teach you knew he was anointed and he did not waiver from the word of GOD.
Sharon Cloud
Yesterday
I´ve listened to his preaching and watched on YouTube he was a great man of God and I will miss him
Olivia J SHAW
Yesterday
My prayers and love are with you family and the church members
Jesse& Sylvia Outlaw
Yesterday
Bro. Voddie Baucham was very inspirational to me,I pray for his family and continue of the gospel without apology
Michelle
Yesterday
My condolences to Pastor Baucham family. Pastor Baucham was a true man of God, and his teaching proved that. He touched so many lives and will be greatly missed.
Christine Jackson
Yesterday
My dear brother in Christ, you have finished the race, well done. I grieve here on Earth but know that you are with our Lord ! Prayers go out to the Bauchum family. Thank you Voddie for training me up on how I shall go.
Edgar rurii
Yesterday
This is so sad. Such a wonderful man and speaker gone too soon. You will be missed. Rest in peace brother.
RB
Yesterday
Prayers and condolences for the Baucham family. May God be with you in your tine of loss.
Don & Katrina Inabnit
Yesterday
Our sincerest condolences and prayers for peace & comfort to all of Voddie's beautiful family He was a good and faithful servant of the Lord. He never strayed from the truth of God's word within his messages. We, as believers, know that he is not dead, but is risen and welcomed into his eternal home with Jesus Christ our Lord & Savior. He is walking on those celestial shores of Heaven. Praise God!
Rev. Carlton C Russell
September 28, 2025
He was a true lion of Christ. I remember his steadfast commitment to the Scriptures. While other pastors look to compromise God's word...He did not. God called his warrior home. God bless the family....our prayers are with you and our hearts hurt for you. What a treasure of a man he was. God Bless.
Kimmy Williams
September 28, 2025
He was one of the first and most influential to me when I came to Christ about 4 or 5 years ago. He taught me a lot as I learned the bible. He was an excellent teacher and an excellent example of a man of God. He made me want to be a better woman of God. I am so sorry for his wife. He will be missed. Thank the good Lord he still lives.
Monica Gates
September 28, 2025
My condolences to the family of Pastor Voddie Baucham. But let's celebrate his home going. Our brother has made it home to be with the Lord.
Kathleen Calderon
September 28, 2025
I discovered Voddie Baucham at Grace Community Church at the Truth Matters Conference in September 2019. I knew I was maturing as a Christian because I was being exposed to the "meat" of the scripture! Thank you Voddie, my friend. I have learned so much from him and love hearing him teach. We all look so forward to spending eternity with you worshiping our Lord Jesus Christ together. Prayers and condolences to his wife, children and family. A saint has truly gone to be with his Lord!
Eric Gayre
September 28, 2025
Learned a lot from his messages. Miss him already
David Weinberg
September 28, 2025
My Prayers and thoughts are with his family. I never met him but I was so blessed to hear him preach and teach, His preaching helped me so much in understanding scripture and how to conduct my life. I thank my Lord an Savior so much for allowing me to just hear his preaching and teaching, I will miss Voddie, and by God's grace I will continue to remember you and your family and to keep your family in my prayers. And I will do the best that I can do by the grace of God, to remember and hold close to my heart all that the Lord had given you to preach and teach.
May our Lord and Savior watch over and comfort all of the Baucham family.
Sincerely, David Weinberg
In the Love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Richard Cuellar
September 28, 2025
Love you brother. Thank you for all your wisdom and insight in God´s Word. All glory be to God until we meet again
Chris Nolte
September 28, 2025
What an awesome man of God! We have lost a legend. Peace and comfort to his family.
Roderick GARDNER
September 28, 2025
Our family is praying for you
Mr. & Mrs. Sam McDowell
September 28, 2025
We met Voddie in Aberdeen, MS at a Highschool gym. He helped us make many family decisions based upon the the Word of God. He was a man of God´s Word which is what we need today more than ever. He spoke truth and always had no fear to speak God´s Word. We still listen to him 13 years later from our handshake and talk. You will be missed but every teaching and preaching will never go away. We will share just as you shared with us. We will cover your family in prayer and we will see you again Brother. To God be All Glory.
McDowell
Fighting the good fight
September 28, 2025
I was so heartbroken to hear the news . He was one of my favorite expository Pastors . I loved hearing him preach the gospel message. Praying the Lord to wrap his loving arms around the family during this sad time and difficult time . May our Good Good Father bless you and keep you until we are all reunited again
Sherri Clark
September 28, 2025
A mighty servant has been called home by The Great Shepherd, let us rejoice for the gift of Brother Bauchum that God so richly blessed us with. To Bridget and the family, I know that you loved him so very much, thank you for your service and sacrifice in the Voddie Bauchum Ministry. I pray for all of you during this difficult time and going forward. Soli Deo Gloria
Kathy
September 28, 2025
Thank you for teaching me to never read a verse out of context.
Dana Colvin
September 28, 2025
I´ll miss your beautiful sermons. Thank you for touching so many lives during your short time on earth. I know the heavens rejoiced upon your arrival. RIP Brother Voddie
Pam Twardus
September 28, 2025
I never met Vodie. But I enjoyed his preaching and the truth he spoke. May the Lord comfort his lovely family. He has taught faithfully and many lives have been saved and changed forever. Praising the savior for his faithfulness to him.
Lin Mack
September 28, 2025
Awesome teacher. Spoke the Truth to me and to a world that needed to hear the Truth. You are missed already. Enjoy your rest in the Lord.
Lacy Felts
September 28, 2025
Thank you for all of your great sermons. Your sermon on Brokenness is my favorite and I recommend it often. You and your teachings will be missed. Prayers to the family.
Penny Hamby
September 28, 2025
My prayers to the beautiful family and friends.
Thank Pastor Voddie for your bold preaching. I never met you in person but, I know without doubt I one day will. You were the vehicle God used to save my life. Your truth of God's Holy Word just amplified. Hallelujah!
Laura DiGiulio Farrell
September 28, 2025
My mother, Anna DiGiulio, sends her heartfelt condolences to Bridget & family. When I told her Voddie had passed, she said, "I am sure your father found Voddie in heaven and they are catching up." My dad passed in 2020. You all were my parent´s neighbors on Audubon Park drive in Spring. Rest in peace, Voddie.
French Walker
September 27, 2025
Voddie,
You gave clarity to my faith, stood true and strong, showing myself and the world what a man of God is. Thank you.
French Walker
Charles Warner Jr.
September 27, 2025
True man of God who unapologetically preached the Word. He will be forever be missed. Praying for his family.
Jerry and Samantha Wharton and family.
September 27, 2025
May the Lord Jesus Christ continue to wrap His arms around the Baucham family during their time of reflection and mourning. Thank You Lord for using your servant during his time here on earth to share the Gospel.
Joanna Mathes
September 27, 2025
His life and work has untold lasting impact on the world and on me. The world is a darker and sadder place without the light of Christ and truth Voddie proclaimed. His teaching has meant so much to me. Praying for his precious family
Charles Newton
September 27, 2025
Completely dedicated to the Lord. A great example to me and everyone. May the Father watch over his family and all who knew and loved him.
Joseph D. Small
September 27, 2025
A true man of God
Molly R Machemehl
September 27, 2025
Precious memories I have when remembering our powerhouse Patriarch in the faith - Pastor Voddie Baucham. 9-11-2002, he led the message as lead preaching Pastor for the Woodlands "One Voice" worship event at the Pavilion. With prayer and his message from God, we brought 30+ churches together to worship God. People made decisions to believe Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior for salvation. 2003, Kimberley laws were enacted to stop traffickers, stop the slave trade, and bring accountability. His ministry launched internationally, and he helped as lead pastor for the Fifth Ward Pregnancy Help Center and Houston Pregnancy Help Centers. His personal affirmation, exhortation, encouragement, and relentless fervor in the Holy Spirit was a lifeline for me to stay the course. Hero. Patriarch. Known by and personally knew God, our Father. Voice of faith in Jesus Christ to many who were spiritually orphaned. Promise Keeper. Friend.
Peril. Choice. Chose Life. One Voice.
Now known. A turn. A road. To learn.
Someone. Somewhere. One true. Now care.
Awake. Resting. Peace. Everlasting.
Ginna Wilhite
September 27, 2025
I met Voddie many years ago, he was a young vibrant speaker and was unforgettable. my prayers go out to his family and the many that he mentored.
Ginna Wilhite
Jocelyn Barton
September 27, 2025
My most sincere condolences to the Baucham family. Your husband and father has made such an impact on the body of Christ and the building of His kingdom with his obedience to God in truth filled, bold and unapologetic delivery of the Gospel of Christ. The news of Pastor Voddie´s passing is both heartbreaking and joyful.
Heartbreaking because of an earthly loss of a beloved brother in Christ Jesus...
but joy at the same time because Pastor Voddie is now in the presence of his Lord and savior.
As he passionately stated,
"You are going to hear a rumor one day that Voddie Baucham no more. Don't you believe it! Because though I die, I will rise with Christ. It will not be the end of me,"
To God be the Glory, the Father of mercy and God of all comfort! Amen.
-Jocelyn Barton
Sheba B
September 27, 2025
The Heavens are rejoicing! I truly enjoyed listening to your messages! May the Lord continue to strengthen and guide your family through this journey of healing, grief and peace.
Mak
September 27, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. Voddie seemed to touch the lives of many people. May the God of Comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Scott
September 27, 2025
I will see again my brother.
Until then, you will be missed.
T. H.
September 27, 2025
Bridget and family, we are so sorry for your earthly loss of Mr. Voddie. We loved hearing his videos and his passion for the Word. May God surround you all with his love, peace and strength. Hugs from Texas.
Lonnie Crawford
September 27, 2025
You made much of Christ and I remember. Rejoice in the Lord!
Lonnie Crawford
September 27, 2025
Thank you. I REJOICE with happiness that you are now with our Lord. You made a difference in my life Pastor and I than you. Praise God for you! Pastor, your time here is memory but your strength... your message, will stand forever. Thank you.
Todd Taylor
September 27, 2025
My condolences for your loss. I met Voddie in late 90/00´s at a men´s group when Steve Seelig brought him in to speak, I was instantly impressed and drawn to him. Thank you for sharing your husband and father with the world to turn hearts and minds towards our Father. He has impacted my life greatly and left an indelible mark in the cause of Christianity.
Charles Zingone
September 27, 2025
A true man of God, when my faith would start to derail, I´d listen to Voddie and he´d get me right back on track, he will be deeply missed, always
Ian Davis
September 26, 2025
We sit silently by your family in this moment.
Floyd
September 26, 2025
Being before the Savior must be amazing. Farewell minister of God
Kevin Love
September 26, 2025
A true warrior for the faith! We lost Voddie and JMac in the same year. Heaven will be a brighter place. May his family be comforted in knowing he is with our Lord Jesus, in His Loving Arms
David Hodgex
September 26, 2025
My wife and I heard Voddie speak at 2 Home School conferences, and we loved his teaching. Our love goes to his wife, children and grandchildren. May the Lord be with you all and may He abide with you and the family.
Eric Beernink
September 26, 2025
So sorry for your lost
Eric and Cindy Beernink
Bokeelia Florida
Karen Merriam
September 26, 2025
I am truly sorry for your loss, I listened to Pastor Bauchman on YouTube. He was an encourager for me. A man who highlighted Jesus the one true Savior. My prayers are with you and yours as you now march on holding the hand of our Lord and Savior; your sister in Christ , Karen merriam
Tina
September 26, 2025
Thank you LORD, for loaning Voddie to us. What a treasure he is to us here on earth.
Rosemary Martin
September 26, 2025
Our prayers for the family. We've been blessed by Voddie's ministry since our years at Southern Seminary in the early 90s. What a difference he made to the kingdom!
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