Student Pastor
Jonathan accepted Christ and was baptized in June 1989 at seven years of age. Shortly after this, his family moved to Shelby where they became members of Putnam. He began sensing God’s call on his life at the age of 16 and began pursuing the means to accomplish that goal. He obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology at Liberty University in 2004 and a Master of Divinity Degree in Christian Ministry at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in May 2008. One month later, Jonathan and his wife Crystal began their ministry at Putnam. In November of 2008, He was ordained to the Gospel Ministry. Jonathan believes that God has given him the unique opportunity as the Student Pastor who loves God, loves his family, and loves his church to impact students with God’s Word in order for them to facilitate wise decisions and a personal and intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Jonathan and Crystal have been blessed with two boys, Will Thomas and Jackson Philip.
Most significant books:
God’s Word!, “Crazy Love” by Francis Chan, “Systematic Theology Vol. 2 (God and Creation)” by Norman Geisler, “A Call to Die” by David Nasser, “My Utmost for His Highest” by Oswald Chambers, “Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis, “The Pursuit of God” by A.W. Tozer, “Point Man” by Steve Farrar, “The Principle of the Path” by Andy Stanley, and “Simple Church” by Thom Rainer & Eric Geiger
Heroes:
My Dad- the most Christ-like person I know, my Papa- the most patient person I know, my Granddaddy Jimmy- he is not afraid to share the Gospel with anyone, Tim Barrett and Jason Poulin- teachers that made huge investments in me, Neil Perry who has taught me that ministry is more than just good programming and lastly, Students that take a stand for Christ.
Favorite Music:
Hillsong United, Steven Curtis Chapman, Chris Tomlin, and every once in a while I’ll get a desire to listen to some old school Newsong or DCTalk.
Favorite College Sports Team:
The Tar Heels of course and The Liberty University Flames!
Favorite Food:
Outback Steakhouse….need I say more.
Hobbies:
Hanging out with my beautiful wife & our sons, Hiking, Movie connoisseur, Tennis, Racquetball, and hanging out with students.
What makes you laugh?
My CRAZY sons….Will and Jack!
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