Pastor Steven grew up in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, where at age 16 he realized God's plan for him to start a life-changing church in a metropolitan city. This vision became a tangible reality when Elevation was founded on the faith of eight families who risked everything. Selling their houses and quitting their jobs, they moved to Charlotte believing that God would turn this city upside down for His glory through the local church. After nearly five years, Elevation Church has grown to more than 8,000 in attendance each week at four locations. Since our launch, we've seen more than 10,900 people receive Christ. In 2007, 2008 and 2009, Elevation Church was named one of the "10 fastest growing churches in America" by Outreach Magazine. The heart of Pastor Steven's message is audacious faith and how to approach every experience from a visionary perspective. As a young voice in the Church with wisdom beyond his years, his passion for seeing God's purposes fulfilled is igniting a fire here in our city and beyond. Pastor Steven attended North Greenville University, received a B.A. in communications and went on to complete a Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He resides in the Charlotte area with his wife, Holly, and two sons, Elijah and Graham. www.elevationchurch.org/pastor
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renewed trust in the God who called and equipped you for his will
and purpose.”
—Joyce Meyer, Bible teacher and New York Times best-selling
author
“God doesn’t call the qualified. He qualifies the called. This book
will challenge you and encourage you into a life characterized by
prayerful dependence and decisiveness—your life will never be the
same.”
—Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church,
Washington, DC, and New York Times best-selling author of The
Circle Maker
“Not only does Pastor Steven give voice to the hurt we so often
stuff down deep when someone makes us feel as if we’re not good
enough, but he also points us back to the only One who can truly
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—Lysa TerKeurst, president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and New York
Times best-selling author
“Too often we embrace the fallacy that our successes hang solely on
our qualifications. That we—and we alone—are the architects of our
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ministry long enough to realize that God delights in using the most
unlikely candidates to accomplish his purposes and that our
abilities are always secondary to his calling. In (Un)Qualified
Pastor Steven Furtick shows how we can partner and participate with
God’s calling for our lives, no matter who we are, where we are, or
what we think we are lacking.”
—Bishop T. D. Jakes, founder and senior pastor of The Potter’s
House, Dallas, and New York Times best-selling author
“Almost everyone I know battles feelings of insecurity,
unworthiness, and self-doubt. I know I do. That’s why Pastor Steven
Furtick’s life-changing book (Un)Qualified is a must-read. This
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—Craig Groeschel, senior pastor of Life.Church and author of
#Struggles: Following Jesus in a Selfie-Centered World
“My friend Steven Furtick is one of the most authentic, passionate
people I have ever met. His love for God and for people is nothing
short of inspiring. Pastor Steven’s book (Un)Qualified is a
must-read for every Jesus follower. In it he reveals how our
tendency to fixate on our failures and major in our mistakes
ultimately short-circuits our calling. But even more than that, he
points us to a personal relationship with Jesus, the One who calls
us, equips us, and carries us into our destiny.”
—Judah Smith, lead pastor of The City Church, Seattle, and New York
Times best-selling author of Jesus Is _____
“All humans strive to be stronger than we really are, better than
we really are, and more than we really are. That’s not bad…it just
won’t work. And as Steven shows, it leads us even farther away from
who we truly are and who we want to become. This book will help you
get more comfortable in your own skin, stop the striving, and see
the truth of how God’s power flows when we can be real.”
—Dr. Henry Cloud, clinical psychologist, acclaimed leadership
expert, and best-selling author
“In a world distracted and enamored by external qualifications,
Pastor Steven’s book is a refreshing reminder that God looks at the
heart. When we respond to him in humility and faith, his power
turns even our weaknesses into strengths. I am so excited about
what God will do in your life as you read and experience the
principles in this book! It will change the way you see yourself,
talk about yourself, and even pray about yourself.”
—Christine Caine, evangelist, author, and founder of The A21
Campaign
“In (Un)Qualified my friend Steven Furtick reminds us that God’s
qualification system is very different than ours. If you’re
anything like me, that’s a welcome reminder and a big relief! In
these inspiring pages Steven speaks bold, helpful truth in a humble
and honest way. He encourages us to lose the labels we’ve placed on
ourselves and live instead in the revelation of a God who can even
turn our weaknesses into strengths. This brilliant book really
resonated with me, and I know it will with you too.”
—Matt Redman, worship leader and Grammy-winning songwriter
“To watch the ministry of Pastor Steven Furtick is to watch someone
living in his grace zone. He is a remarkable communicator, a
passionate church builder, and a lover of truth. I have no doubts
that his latest offering, (Un)Qualified, will resonate with each
and every person who has ever felt the pull of calling and the
inadequacy of their own humanity. This book will encourage and
strengthen you as you walk the journey.”
—Brian Houston, founder and global senior pastor of Hillsong Church
and author of the international best-selling Live, Love, Lead
“In a culture obsessed with perception and perfection,
(Un)Qualified is a refreshing reminder that God uses even our
weaknesses to our advantage. Steven Furtick’s latest book is
honest, practical, and thoroughly encouraging, and I highly
recommend it. It will help you see yourself with more faith and
courage than ever before.”
—Andy Stanley, senior pastor, North Point Ministries, Atlanta
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