Albert Benjamin (A. B.) Simpson (1843–1919) was a Canadian pastor, evangelist, and hymn writer, best known as the founder of The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA). Born in Prince Edward Island, he was ordained in the Presbyterian Church but later embraced a broader evangelical vision that emphasized holiness, divine healing, and global missions. Simpson ministered in Louisville and New York City, where his heart for the urban poor and unreached nations grew. In 1887 he established the C&MA as a movement dedicated to spreading the gospel worldwide, combining evangelism, missions, and practical ministry. He also wrote many hymns, including Jesus Is Standing in the Trial’s Room, and authored devotional and theological works. Through his preaching, writing, and missionary training, Simpson shaped modern evangelical missions, and his influence continues in the global C&MA movement today.- Courtesy of Open AI