1990s–2008: Training Disciples, Changing Lives  

In the early nineties, the Lord spoke to Andrew about starting a Bible college and put 2 Timothy 2:2 on his heart—calling him to train faithful men and women. 

He knew academics alone weren’t enough—hands-on training was essential. With a team of seasoned ministers and associates, Charis Bible College opened its doors in September 1994. Through Charis, the impact of his ministry began multiplying. 

Before long, God led Andrew into television, telling him, “You’re just now starting your ministry.”  

As the ministry grew, so did its needs, and a new building was soon needed to accommodate a growing student body as well as an adequate call center and television studio. On January 31, 2002, the Lord spoke to Andrew through Psalm 78:41, revealing that his small thinking was limiting what God wanted to do. That December, the ministry purchased a 110,000-square-foot facility to support the future growth of AWM and Charis. 

2009–2017: Making Room for Growth 

By 2009, the Lord had provided a new ministry home—157 pristine acres in Woodland Park, Colorado. This gave Andrew the opportunity to design and build the needed facilities on the ministry’s own land! The property, called The Sanctuary, became the site for new Charis facilities. Faculty, staff, and students moved into the first major building, The Barn, in January 2014. 

Charis shared The Barn with AWM for a variety of functions and events, but with the two branches of the ministry headquartered in two different cities, collaborative challenges arose. In 2017, the ministry acquired a 60,000-square-foot facility on the property adjacent to The Sanctuary, giving AWM a permanent Woodland Park base. Renovations began immediately. 

That same year, the ministry launched GospelTruth.TV, an internet-based television network. 

2018–2019: Reaching the World, One Soul at a Time 

As the ministry put down roots in Woodland Park, its reach continued to expand. AWM and Charis began connecting with people more easily than ever through multiple websites, television networks, events, and social media platforms. 

By 2018, Andrew’s fiftieth year in ministry, the ministry had hit full stride. Events were thriving, Charis enrollment was strong, and new resources were helping people deepen their understanding of the Word. But most importantly—more lives than ever were being changed. 

That fall, The Auditorium—The Sanctuary’s second major facility—opened its doors. One month later, AWM moved into its newly renovated headquarters, maximizing the ministry’s effectiveness. 

In 2019, The Auditorium became a bustling hub of activity, welcoming crowds to conferences, concerts, and stage productions like Esther: The Queen of Persia. John Tesh filmed a concert here, bringing fun, faith-filled entertainment to the stage—and new members of our community to our campus who might never have otherwise heard the message of God’s love. 

2020: Courage in Crisis 

Then came 2020. 

While much of the world came to a standstill, AWM and Charis kept moving forward. During lockdown, Andrew hosted a live-stream communion service that reached tens of thousands with a timely message of peace and hope. 

Andrew launched the Charis Daily Live Bible Study on social media, offering real-time teaching and ministry to viewers around the world. That same year, the ministry released Charis Healing University, a deep-dive video course packed with truth and testimonies to help people stand strong in their faith for healing. 

AWM also launched the Biblical Worldview curriculum to help believers navigate today’s cultural confusion with truth and clarity. The first installment was Foundational Truths. Later installments would cover topics like sexuality, racism, and government. 

The ministry expanded Helpline availability to 24/5 with weekend hours—answering over a half million calls during a time when people were desperate for answers, prayer, and encouragement. 

And when churches and ministries across the world were caving to pressure to close down, Andrew stood firm and held the Summer Family Bible Conference—despite a cease-and-desist order from the governor. 

Even in uncertainty, God kept opening doors!  

2021–2024: Milestones and Momentum 

The years that followed were marked by growth, celebration, and a renewed sense of purpose. 

In 2021, AWM expanded the Helpline to 24/7 availability. 

In 2022, Andrew and Jamie celebrated fifty years of marriage—five decades of faith, family, and ministry together. That same year, AWM en Español was launched to serve a growing Spanish-speaking audience with translations of Andrew’s teachings and live events. 

In 2023, Andrew aired his 5,000th Gospel Truth TV program—a landmark few could have imagined when he started his first small-town radio broadcast back in 1976. On the digital front, AWM launched the Bible Reading Plan for Mobile, giving people a simple way to stay in the Word. 

In 2024, AWM stepped into documentary storytelling with the premiere of Hope for the Future—a project from Truth & Liberty that tackled today’s cultural challenges with clarity and courage, all through a biblical lens. It highlighted three prophetic words the Lord had given Andrew, communicating God’s heart for the church and the hope we can have for good things ahead! 

And perhaps the biggest media leap yet: the Gospel Truth Network (GTN) launched nationwide on major streaming apps and online at GTNTV.com. What began as a vision to bring sound biblical teaching to every home in America became a reality—broadcasting truth 24/7 to viewers worldwide. With fresh voices, encouraging perspectives, and original shows—including Andrew’s Classics, Grace & Faith Today, Charis Unplugged, and Let’s Talk—there’s something for every generation. 

Fifty-Six Years and Just Getting Started 

What began with a young man in Texas, hungry to share the unconditional love and grace of God with others, has become a worldwide ministry—changing lives, equipping believers, and standing firm on the truth of the Gospel. 

Today, the ministry is progressing like never before, continuing to fulfill the vision God gave Andrew to go as far and as deep with the Gospel as possible.