Voddie Baucham dies at 56 after 'emergency medical incident'

American pastor, author and educator Voddie Baucham has died at the age of 56.

Writing on Facebook, Voddie Baucham Ministries said: "We are saddened to inform friends that our dear brother, Voddie Baucham, Jr., has left the land of the dying and entered the land of the living.

"Earlier today [25 September], after suffering an emergency medical incident, he entered into his rest and the immediate presence of the Savior [sic] whom he loved, trusted, and served since he was converted as a college student. Please pray for [his wife] Bridget, their children, and grandchildren.