SANTA BARBARA, CA / HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL (ANS) -- The news of Michael Jackson's sudden death has affected millions worldwide.

Among media professionals who knew Jackson personally is Revival Productions President/Producer Jeff Atlas, who recalled his time with 'The King of Pop' at Neverland Ranch.

Award-winning Hollywood producer Jeff Atlas has had a

Jeff Atlas of Revival Productions

closer view than most into the life of this iconic entertainer, having been hired by Jackson to produce several projects, including a documentary on his life in the media glare as well as a private event at his Neverland ranch that was attended by Jackson's family, friends and many Hollywood celebrities.

"I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with such a talented artist and music legend. My experience working with Mr. Jackson and his team will always be one of the most memorable events in my career," Atlas remembers in a media release.

"I was stunned by yesterday's tragic news. My prayers are with his family and especially his three children," said Atlas, whose Revival Productions is a California-based full-service entertainment and special events production company specifically created to connect their unique team of Hollywood entertainment pros with faith-based and family-oriented community organizations and initiatives.

Atlas continued: "As a young African-American man who hoped to someday work in the entertainment industry, Michael Jackson was a true inspiration for me growing up. He proved that if you apply your God-given talents and work hard, you can succeed. And of course, his music was the soundtrack to my youth -- that is true for millions of people around the world. He will be missed."

Relationship Expert Offered Hope to King of Pop, Four Days Before His Death

Meanwhile, a nationally-known television evangelist interrupted a Sunday morning worship service with a prophetic message to King of Pop just days before the music icon's death.

Pastor Greg Dickow

Gregory Dickow, Pastor of Life Changers International Church outside Chicago, baffled worshippers when, at the end of his Father's Day service, he looked into the television camera and stated, "I announce to the King of Pop, today, my (Heavenly) Father is greater than all that was done to you and all that you've done and is greater than the hole in your heart and He will fill it to overflowing."

Afterward, Dickow simply ended the service, according to a news release obtained by ANS.

Only a few days later would the world learn how prophetic, and stunning, his statement was when reports surfaced that the 'King of Pop' was dead.

Jackson was pronounced dead at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon, when attempts to revive him from full cardiac arrest were unsuccessful.

When asked if he knew of any health problems the pop star was suffering with, Dickow stated, "I've never met Michael Jackson and knew nothing about his health. There's no way I could have known that within just a few days we'd be watching reports of his (Jackson's) death on national TV."

Dickow continued: "Certainly, I pray that Michael Jackson knew God and that his family will find peace during this time of mourning."

In addition to heading up the large Chicago suburban megachurch, Dickow also appears daily on the Changing Your Life television program on stations across the world as well as hosting the popular live radio show, Ask the Pastor.

"I may never know if the message God gave me for Michael actually reached him. But it's the same message I'll continue to give folks everywhere I go," Dickow said.

Videotape of the sermon will be shown on an upcoming broadcast. Until then, the excerpt can be seen on YouTube, Facebook and other social media sites worldwide. Check out the video of Dickow's message to Michael Jackson here: http://lifechangerschurch.com/jackson   

Known by thousands across the country as a relationship expert, Dickow also authored the new book, The Power to Change Today, a book that guides its readers through steps toward a fulfilled life.

A native of Detroit, Michigan, Gregory Dickow and his wife, Grace, founded Life Changers International Church in 1993. From its modest start in the gymnasium of an elementary school in Elk Grove, Illinois, the non-denominational church grew rapidly and attracted a dynamic, ethnically-diverse congregation. Dickow's unique vision led to the continued expansion of the church and to a spiritual renaissance that would eventually embrace the needs of thousands in the Chicagoland area.

In the fall of 2004, Gregory Dickow Ministries realized one of its dreams, opening its new world headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, a 160,000 square-foot facility located on 30 acres, incorporating a 3,000 seat sanctuary, a 400 seat World Prayer Center, a 1,000 seat multipurpose gymnasium, a leadership training center, and a fully-equipped radio and TV studio.

The $30 million campus also houses the Valeo Academy, a dynamic day school from kindergarten through twelfth grade. With Grace Dickow as Principal, the school focuses on an individualized approach to a classic curriculum, educating the next generation to walk in the character and power of God.

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