How does God take a teen who grew up in Egypt and decades later use him to lead one of the most powerful Christian media program outlets throughout the Middle East, Northern Africa, Europe, North America and Australia? It is a story of a teen who was seeking truth in Christianity, Islam and Judaism, who saw Jesus in a dream. He has been on a long journey of shaping, preparation and life-long experiences of Christ’s love and power. He’s here with us by phone from Atlanta, Georgia.
Maged Atalla received his degree (B.Sc.) in Architectural designing – Alexandria, Egypt and eventually became a member of the Faculty of Engineering, Architectural Department, University of Alexandria, Egypt. He also did Master level studies in Urban Planning. He is the Executive Director of The Kingdom Sat TV Channel where under his leadership Kingdom Sat TV channel has launched to the Middle East, North Aftica and Europe with broadcasts 24/7 in Arabic, English and French. He’s led teams of ministry partners into Israel, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, France and has been a key member in the global expansion of Dr. Michael Youssef’s, Leading The Way media ministry. He’s worked with Trans World Radio’s Arabic Department in Monte Carlo, Monaco, owned his own Architectural firm and was a Lieutenant officer in the Egyption Army. He is frequent lecturer on Islam and Muslim Evangelism including lectures at Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia. He plays the piano, accordion, violin and lute. Maged is married to Gehan Youseff Basta (GG). They have two children: Roi and Lion.
- What happened the next morning after Jesus appeared to you in a dream?
- What conclusion did you derive in your quest for truth in Christianity, Islam and Judaism?
- How is your ministry positioned to reach 4.2 billion people in the world?
- Why was your father your greatest influence in your growing up years?
- How did you become a Christian?
- When did you experience God incredibly provide for you and your family?
- What would you say to someone going through a tough time right now?
Joel 2:28 “And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions.”