He was Jerry Falwell’s first ministry mentor. He became a leader in the largest organization of independent Baptists in the world. His preaching ministry took him to six continents.He left behind a legacy of churches, colleges—and multiplied thousands of faithful followers of Jesus Christ.Cry Aloud, Spare Not: The Story of W. E. Dowell explores the life of an extraordinary leader, from his humble Texas roots, to his first ministry experiences during the depths of The Great Depression, to his work as a broadcaster and early televangelist, to his leadership of the largest church in the State of Missouri. This book also examines Dowell’s relationship with the controversial and enigmatic Texas preacher, J. Frank Norris. Norris was the original independent Baptist and the pastor of the nation’s first mega-church, but he had a dark side, one that Dowell ultimately witnessed firsthand. Dowell’s decision to oppose and break with Norris demonstrated Dowell’s character and courage as an authentic servant-leader. Dowell was fearless in the controversial stands he took on the moral and political issues of his day. With these, he helped to pave the way for the eventual formation of movements such as the Moral Majority, as well as the rise of the religious right in America.This story is brought to life by Dowell’s own grandson, Stephen E. Dowell. It is saturated with details gleaned from personal interviews, recordings, and letters. Though an exhaustive and thoroughly researched study, this is no “dry-as-dust” biography. It is filled with captivating dialogue and vivid descriptions that will capture the reader’s imagination and reveal a man of God who, like the Apostle Paul, “fought a good fight” and “finished [his] course.” Cry Aloud, Spare Not: The Story of W. E. Dowell is sure to inspire. "If this book enriches your life as much as W. E. Dowell enriched mine, you will be greatly blessed." -- John Ashcroft, former US Attorney General "To say that my dad, Rev. Jerry Falwell , was profoundlyinfluenced by the life and ministry of W.E. Dowell would be anunderstatement. I often listened as my dad would share great quotes andgreat stories of his time being around Dr. Dowell. I know that theseexperiences played a huge role in shaping my dad's ministry at ThomasRoad Baptist Church and Liberty University. I believe this book will help impact your heart for ministry and will help develop in you a strongsensitivity for soul-winning as you read its pages. Dr. Dowell'sinfluence on the church today continues. I am grateful for the part heplayed in changing the world." - -Jonathan Falwell, Senior Pastor, Thomas Road Baptist Church , Lynchburg, Virginia "Cry Aloud, Spare Not: The Story of W. E. Dowell is a comprehensive look into the life of one of the mosteffective Christian leaders of the last century. Grandson Stephen E.Dowell shares the unique perspective and knowledge of a family member in his detailed, personal, sometimes intimate and well researched biography of this beloved founder of the Baptist Bible Fellowship International.I recommend it without reservation." -- Mike Randall, Former President of Baptist Bible College and former Editor of the Baptist Bible Tribune Stephen E. Dowell is the grandson of W. E. Dowell. He teaches general studies courses at Baptist Bible College in Springfield, Missouri. Dowell is also a worship leader and Sunday school teacher at Springfield's Baptist Temple, and he has extensive experience as a dramatist. His dramatic works include The Bob Hughes Story and Donnelson's Dream. Dowell has been married to Robin since 1987. The Dowells have three children, Matthew, Nicole, and Isaac.