Ministry leaders are mourning the death of Joni Lamb, who passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026. The Daystar co-founder and president brought the gospel to people all over the globe, and many saw how instrumental this faith was to the Christian mission.
Free Chapel pastor and New York Times bestselling author, Jentezen Franklin, took to social media where he wrote:
Tonight we are honoring the life of Joni Lamb. Joni cofounded Daystar and this ministry has reached millions of people with the Gospel. She has now entered into her heavenly home with Jesus. Please continue to keep her precious family in your prayers.
Tonight we are honoring the life of Joni Lamb. Joni cofounded Daystar and this ministry has reached millions of people with the Gospel. She has now entered into her heavenly home with Jesus. Please continue to keep her precious family in your prayers. pic.twitter.com/1CcQW5bMYz
— Jentezen Franklin (@Jentezen) May 7, 2026
Franklin also led a powerful tribute with Daystar to honor Lamb’s legacy.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also gave his great condolences to the Lamb family.
Sara and I send our deepest condolences and wishes for peace and comfort to the family of Joni Lamb, a great Christian leader, broadcaster and founder of the Daystar television network that carries her legacy.
Sara and I send our deepest condolences and wishes for peace and comfort to the family of Joni Lamb, a great Christian leader, broadcaster and founder of the Daystar television network that carries her legacy. pic.twitter.com/FchHbTQBYF
— Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) May 7, 2026
The Reverend Franklin Graham shared a photo from Christmas with Lamb.
My deepest condolences to the family of Joni Lamb, who passed away yesterday at the age of 65. We are pictured here with her husband at the White House at Christmas.
My deepest condolences to the family of Joni Lamb, who passed away yesterday at the age of 65. We are pictured here with her husband at the White House at Christmas. pic.twitter.com/60Jdtu6xBr
— Franklin Graham (@Franklin_Graham) May 8, 2026
Worship leader and author Sean Feucht posted on X the day of Lamb’s passing, writing:
My friend Joni Lamb just graduated into eternity with Jesus today. Please pray for her family and and entire @Daystar team. I have no words.
My friend Joni Lamb just graduated into eternity with Jesus today.
— Sean Feucht (@seanfeucht) May 7, 2026
Please pray for her family and and entire @Daystar team. I have no words. 💔 https://t.co/uDZW6KgzZu
Pastor Travis Johnson asked the body of Christ to join him in prayer for Daystar and for Lamb’s family.
I’m heartbroken at the news of the passing of my friend, Joni Lamb. Her life, love for Jesus, passion to share the Gospel, and her friendship has meant so much to me and to people around the world.
—To the entire family and the Daystar family, you are loved greatly. It is a great honor to be a part of and to broadcast with Daystar. You are all in our deepest, most heartfelt prayers.
—To all, would you join me in prayer?
IN MEMORY OF JONI LAMB
— Pastor Travis Johnson (@BasedPastorTrav) May 7, 2026
I’m heartbroken at the news of the passing of my friend, Joni Lamb. Her life, love for Jesus, passion to share the Gospel, and her friendship has meant so much to me and to people around the world.
—To the entire family and the Daystar family, you are… pic.twitter.com/2FMmybS93S
Marilyn Hickey Ministries also shared a heartfelt tribute in response.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Joni Lamb. We are so grateful for Joni’s heart for God, her dedication to ministry, and her passion to share His love through television. Our prayers are with her loved ones and the entire Daystar family during this difficult time.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Joni Lamb. We are so grateful for Joni’s heart for God, her dedication to ministry, and her passion to share His love through television. Our prayers are with her loved ones and the entire Daystar family during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/9Idoo6cMMl
— Marilyn Hickey (@marilyn_hickey_) May 7, 2026
During this time, continue to pray for Lamb’s family in this time of grief and mourning.
Prepared by Charisma Media Staff.
