Michael Raab

Mr. Raab began teaching Bible at Sunrise in 2019. He has a MA in Pastoral Studies from Bob Jones University. He was previously a pastor for 13 years and taught the Bible in the church setting for over 25 years. His passion is preparing Christians for the trials they will face in the coming years by teaching and preaching the Word of God. For a second job Mr. Raab works as a Stockman at Hobby Lobby.

He and his wife, Evangeline, have been married for 33 years. She is an RN at St. Francis Hospital. They have 4 children (3 married). Christian owns Pinnacle Homes in Bel Aire, Micah is studying for his doctorate in Chemistry and also plans to own his own company. Anna is married to a flight instructor and has written two books, having a BA in English. All 5 of us graduated from BJU. The youngest member of the family, Stephen, is currently a Junior at Sunrise. Mr. Raab also enjoys sports and finds enjoyment in preparing sermons.

His favorite Bible verses are: John 3:30 "He must increase, but I must decrease." and Galatians 2:20 "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me:.and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me."

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