David Soul grandfathers were evangelists. Dr. Solberg was also Senior Representative for Lutheran World Relief during the reconstruction of Germany after the Second World War from 1949 until 1956. Because of this, the family moved frequently during Soul's youth. Soul attended Augustana College, University of the Americas in Mexico City and the University of Minnesota. At 19, he turned down a professional baseball contract with the Chicago White Sox in order to study political science. While in Mexico, inspired by students who taught him to play the guitar, Soul changed his direction and decided to follow his passion for music. His first
Soul Survivor (charity) Survivor's worship team, as well as traditional and contemporary songs from other artists and ministries. "Soul In The City London" was a 2004 outreach mission in which 20,000 young people from around the world gathered in London to undertake practical projects and evangelistic events. The idea for Soul In The City started with Message 2000 and "Festival: Manchester" which were jointly held by Soul Survivor and The Message Trust Soul Survivor also organised "Soul In The City Durban" which took place in Summer 2009 in Durban, South Africa. Soul Survivor has spread across the globe and now holds festivals and