295. From Atheist to Evangelist: How EveryStudent.com is Reaching 75 Million People with the Gospel

In this powerful episode, Andy Mason sits down with Marilyn Adamson, founder of EveryStudent.com, an evangelistic website that’s quietly reaching millions. Marilyn shares her journey from convinced atheist to Christ-follower and digital missionary. With no tech background, she launched a site that now reaches 75 million people annually, with over 1.5 million recorded decisions for Christ last year alone—at less than $2 per conversion. Discover how God used Marilyn’s journalism skills, faithful friendships, and deep conviction to build a safe space where seekers all over the world—especially in restricted nations—can privately explore the truth about God and life. You’ll hear real stories of transformation and a call to be part of this global move of God. 🔗 Visit & Share: EveryStudent.com 💬 "I came across a site that answers all the hard questions about life and God. Would you be interested in taking a look?" 💸 Support the Mission: Every $2 helps someone encounter Jesus. 👉 Donate now at: Everystudent.info/give Timestamps: 00:01 – Introduction Andy Mason introduces Marilyn Adamson, founder of EveryStudent.com, highlighting the explosive impact of her online evangelism strategy. 01:09 – Marilyn’s Journey from Atheism to Faith Marilyn shares how a Christian friend patiently answered her daily questions for 18 months, ultimately leading her to Christ through a book—and a revelation about the earth’s position to the sun and the properties of water. 02:48 – Call to Media Ministry Marilyn joins Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) with a desire to use media to reach seekers like she once was. 03:56 – Launching EveryStudent.com Despite no tech background, Marilyn trusted God and built a digital outreach site for skeptics. Psalm 40 was her guiding Scripture. 04:07 – Website Strategy EveryStudent.com speaks directly to non-believers, offering persuasive content and an invitation to start a relationship with God. Follow-up site: StartingWithGod.com. 05:15 – Impact Numbers From thousands to 75 million annual visitors. Only ~2 cents per visitor, and less than $2 per conversion. In the last year alone: 1.5 million people accepted Christ. 06:31 – How Conversions Are Tracked Only specific articles/videos offer a gospel response and trackable invitation to receive Christ—correlated with follow-up engagement. 07:46 – Reaching Hard-to-Access Nations Targeted ads reach seekers in places like Egypt, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia—where the gospel is otherwise restricted. 08:48 – Testimony: Felix's Story A powerful example of personal transformation from a site visitor who found freedom in Christ after a broken life. 10:05 – Long-Term Discipleship The site offers 5–10 years of ongoing growth resources, with many users returning years later to thank the team. 10:34 – Incredible Return on Investment At <$2 per salvation decision, this is one of the most effective evangelistic investments available. 11:02 – Urgency to Expand Marilyn shares the urgency to reach more people before advertising or access is potentially restricted. Vision: double the budget to double the reach. 11:58 – How to Engage and Support Visit EveryStudent.com, use it as a personal evangelistic tool, and consider financially supporting the work. 💥 Call to Action: Want to be part of a global gospel movement with incredible ROI? 👉 Visit EveryStudent.info/give 📬 Scroll to the bottom for giving options and Marilyn’s contact info 💸 Every $2 reaches one person with the gospel 🌍 Every $100 can lead 50 people to Christ Help multiply this reach while the door is open. Give now.