Pastor Steve Hayes
My Life Scripture/Verse Nehemiah 7:2 “… because he was a faithful man who feared God more than most.”
Steve and his wife Kim have been married 38 years and their family includes children Lee, Anna and Taylor (deceased), and three grandchildren.
Steve’s Ministry passage is Isaiah 61:1-3.
Career Experience
Present ministry: Minister to 60 Plus; Pastoral Care, and Biblical Counseling at First Naples (19yrs)
Minister of Counseling and Single Adults -Two Rivers Baptist Church, Nashville TN (8yrs)
Minister to Youth/Family Ministry-Wedgwood Baptist, Ft. Worth TX (12yrs)
Education
Masters of Divinity (MDiv)Southwestern Seminary, Ft. Worth, TX
of Social Work (MSW) University of Texas @ Arlington
Bachelor of Science
Born Again Date
Accepted the Lord at age 10, but surrendered fully to Lordship, rebaptized and called to ministry at 17 (1979).
Personal belief about the Bible
My job as a shepherd of God’s kingdom sheep is to care for those going astray, seek the lost, heal the broken and sustain the healthy.
Hobbies, interests, community involvement
Grandkids and working out.
Birthplace/hometown/ growing up
I was born in Guntersville, AL
Random facts that nobody knows about me I enjoy a clean romantic comedy or a kill everybody movie John Wick.
What do you like about GAP
Glad to support Godly men gathering around God’s word.
PASTOR ANTHONY THOMAS
with Pastor Anthony Thomas
Life Verse †: Daniel 11:32 32 Those who do wickedly against the covenant he shall [a]corrupt with flattery; but the people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits….”
What is your favorite worship song?
“Oceans (Where Feet May Fail).”
Family
God has blessed Anthony with four children, ranging in age from 13-25yrs old.
Career Experience
Present: Anthony serves as Lead Pastor of Tip of The Spear Church in Naples.
Thrust into full time ministry in his mid-20’s, Anthony has ministered coast to coast for over 20 years. He was given a simple mandate from the Lord, see that the lost are saved, fight the devil with aggressive spiritual warfare and help people overcome and find victory through preaching, teaching, and prayer.
He is a Marine Corps Veteran
Education
He has a Bachelor’s degree, Masters in Education, MS. Ed., & Masters in Criminal Justice, M.S.C.J.
Born Again Date
I was born again in 2000.
Personal belief about the Bible
The Bible is the inspired word of God, infallible and absolute.
Hobbies, interests, community involvement
Fishing for trout on a river, shooting, involved in the community in various forums.
Birthplace/hometown/ growing up
Born in Ashland, Or., grew up in Eugene, Or.
Random facts that nobody knows about me
Favorite food crepes.
What do you like about GAP
Getting guys together to sharpen their spiritual swords.
What is the best advice you’ve received throughout your walk with Jesus Christ?
Best Advice Keep your eyes on Jesus and don’t look back!
What can one expect when attending your church?
We Train and Equip people to be on the forefront of the battle. We are Christ focused church. We have very authentic relationships with one other. We preach the word of God unapologetically and engage hell head-on.
Your favorite ministry & what do they do?
Personally, for me, Preaching the gospel.
