Keith Blessing
Cordova,TN
Summary
A Pastor with an extensive tenure of almost three decades, distinguished for faithful preaching and personal character. Demonstrates a proven track record in fostering church maturity by empowering leaders to minister within their gifts and strengths. Recognized for instilling a culture of accountability, transparency, and integrity within the church community. Committed to exhorting the body of Christ toward love, holiness, and knowing God by creating a church environment that values both Word and Spirit.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Pastor
Crosspointe Baptist Church
Millington, TN
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Preached the Word of God faithfully and prepared and delivered weekly sermons
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations and ministries of the church of 225 members
- Collaborated with the worship team to plan and execute engaging and meaningful worship services
- Installed and empowered leaders for key ministry positions
- Discipled multiple men in discipleship groups
- Provided pastoral care and counseling to church members
Associate Pastor
Crosspointe Baptist Church
Millington, TN
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Assisted Senior Pastor
- Developed and oversaw Family Life Ministries
- Supported and collaborated with Senior Pastor in developing and implementing discipleship strategies to foster spiritual growth among church members with an emphasis on Corporate Gatherings, Community, Discipleship Groups, and Evangelism and Outreach
- Birthed new ministry of Community Groups that met in homes in order to foster friendship and intimacy through meals, Bible Study discussions, prayer, and community outreach
- Provided pastoral care and counseling to church members
Lead Pastor
Sovereign Grace Church
Oakland, TN
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Lead Pastor who was responsible for directing the merger between the church I planted/pastored and our mother church, thereby becoming a new church plant
- Laid out the vision, mission, strategy, goals, and process of the merger
- Appointed particular tasks to pastors and lay leaders
- Scheduled and led meetings between both churches' leadership
- Casted vision to the newly joined congregation
- Preached and taught expository sermons
- Oversaw church members who were appointed to direct various areas of ministry
- One-on-one discipleship.
Pastor/Church Planter
New Life Church
Eads, TN
09.2008 - 10.2017
- Developed and implemented a strategic vision for planting a new church
- Preached expositional sermons
- Created discussion questions and facilitated discussion for Wednesday evening services
- Discipled men who discipled others
- Counseled with individuals and couples in times of need
- Fostered a sense of family and love within the body
Associate Pastor
Providence Baptist Church
Bartlett, TN
08.2005 - 08.2008
- Assisted Senior Pastor in daily, weekly, and monthly ministries
- Responsible for teaching Adult Sunday school
- Supply preached for the Senior Pastor
- Conducted hospital visitations
- Officiated and assisted in funerals.
Associate Pastor of Discipleship
Believers Bible Church
Lufkin, TX
10.2001 - 10.2002
- Assisted Senior Pastor in daily, weekly, and monthly ministries
- Created and led a weekly Small Group Bible Study in homes
- Developed servant leaders within the congregation
- Discipled men in the congregation
- Served as an operator for the sound team
Student Pastor
The Church at Wichita Creek
Flower Mound, TX
02.2000 - 04.2001
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive discipleship program for youth, including small group Bible studies, Sunday School, and one-on-one mentoring
- Ministry aim of developing student leaders including: student led bible studies and student led worship services
- Organizing and leading D-Now Weekends and youth camps
- Engaged youth in service projects to homebound members, homeless/shelters, and food pantry organizations
Assoc. in Pastoral/Contemporary Adult Ministries
First Baptist Church, Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.1999 - 02.2000
- Responsibilities as Associate in Pastoral Ministries included: Hospital and homebound visitations
- Bereavement and funeral assistance
- Responsibilities as Associate in Contemporary Adults included: Instrumental in founding a New Christian class
- Assisted Contemporary Adult Pastor with visitations, leadership meetings, and administrative duties.
Student Pastor
Audelia Road Baptist Church
Dallas, TX
07.1995 - 04.1999
- Develop and implement a comprehensive youth discipleship program that included regular Bible studies, activities, and service opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts – Organizational Leadership, Pastoral Ministry -
Union University
Germantown, TN05-2012
Associate of Divinity -
MidAmerica Baptist Theological Seminary
Cordova, TN05-2008
Skills
- Preaching
- Teaching
- Communication
- Discipleship
- Administration and Organization
- Leadership
- Soul Care
- Personable and Relational
Certification
Licensed Calvary Baptist Church, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 1994
Ordained Providence Baptist Church, Bartlett, Tennessee, 2008
References
- Millard Robinson, Crosspointe Baptist Church (901) 848-2955
- Mike Collins, French Camp Academy (901) 302-5542
- Nathan Perry, Lexa Baptist Church (901) 606-4086
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Crosspointe Baptist Church
04.2021 - 01.2023
Associate Pastor
Crosspointe Baptist Church
07.2018 - 04.2021
Lead Pastor
Sovereign Grace Church
10.2017 - 07.2018
Pastor/Church Planter
New Life Church
09.2008 - 10.2017
Associate Pastor
Providence Baptist Church
08.2005 - 08.2008
Associate Pastor of Discipleship
Believers Bible Church
10.2001 - 10.2002
Student Pastor
The Church at Wichita Creek
02.2000 - 04.2001
Assoc. in Pastoral/Contemporary Adult Ministries
First Baptist Church, Dallas
05.1999 - 02.2000
Student Pastor
Audelia Road Baptist Church
07.1995 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Arts – Organizational Leadership, Pastoral Ministry -
Union University
Associate of Divinity -
MidAmerica Baptist Theological Seminary
Licensed Calvary Baptist Church, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 1994
Ordained Providence Baptist Church, Bartlett, Tennessee, 2008
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