Placed in an orphanage at the age of six, and sentenced to the Texas State Penitentiary at the age of nineteen, James Ryle’s life is a powerful and uplifting story of how God’s grace can work all things together for good. His ability to connect with people of all ages, combined with a keen sense of humor and sensitivity to the moment, make James one of the most engaging speakers in today’s world. His is a seasoned voice that brings moral clarity and refreshing insights for people of all walks of life.
James is the President and Founder of TruthWorks, a teaching and resourcing ministry helping you experience God’s presence. James is one of the founding Board members of Promise Keepers, and has spoken at multiple PK stadium events. On October 4, 1997 in the Nation’s Capitol, James delivered the Gospel message at Stand in the Gap ~ an event attended by over 1.4 million men, and broadcast to over 20 different nations around the world. He has served as pastor of two churches, chaplain for the University of Colorado football team, and is a best-selling author. The topic for his message will be “How to Win Without Being Wicked — Taking the High Road in a Low-Down, No Good, Dirty Situation”.