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A love for the Lord, His word, His people, and His Gospel

I was called into vocational ministry in my late twenties.  My wife and I have had the privilege of serving the Lord faithfully for over twenty years and during that time have enjoyed preaching the word of God and leading many people to faith and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.  God has gifted me with the ability to exegete and apply the word of God and to connect with people with love and compassion.

According to the Great Commission, Matthew 28:18-20, I am called to make disciples.  My calling as a pastor is to lead people, not just to a decision to accept Christ, but to follow Him, growing daily in the likeness of Christ. 

Galatians 5:16-23 motivates my ministry.  I believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to change the hearts of sinful men who are willing to place their faith in Jesus Christ.  It is by the Fruit of His Spirit that people can truly become like Christ. 

As a pastor I feel that I am called to lead the body of Christ to live in fellowship and love with one another while serving our Savior together and to doing great things in the power of Christ. 

A love for the Lord, His Word, His people, and His Gospel

I was called into vocational ministry in my late twenties. My wife and I have had the privilege of serving the Lord faithfully for over twenty years and during that time have enjoyed preaching the word of God and leading many people to faith and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. God has gifted me with the ability to exegete and apply the word of God and to connect with people with love and compassion.

According to the Great Commission, Matthew 28:18-20, I am called to make disciples.  My calling as a pastor is to lead people, not just to a decision to accept Christ, but to follow Him, growing daily in the likeness of Christ. 

Galatians 5:16-23 motivates my ministry.  I believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to change the hearts of sinful men who are willing to place their faith in Jesus Christ.  It is by the Fruit of His Spirit that people can truly become like Christ. 

As a pastor I feel that I am called to lead the body of Christ to live in fellowship and love with one another while serving our Savior together and to doing great things in the power of Christ. 

Endorsements

Brandt is a gifted preacher who is a strong leader with highly relational skills and a visionary mind. God has equipped him to lead the church in unity and mission. He has a unique blend of personality to have you laughing one minute and bowing before the Lord, confronted by His word, in the next. 

Dr. Dax Hughes, Senior Pastor of Leadership, Heartland Worship Center, Paducah, KY

 

“I have had the privilege of working with Brandt as he serves as chairman of our board. Brandt has shown himself to be a man of integrity and a leader among leaders. He is a model of servant leadership.”

Lance Howerton, President, Crossings Camps

 

“Dr. Brandt Lyon has been blessed with the unique qualities of both leader and statesman.  He leads by example and has the respect and admiration of leaders in his church and the community.

The greatest respect I could give to Brandt Lyon is that I would be honored to call him my pastor.

Dr. Larry Purcell, KBC West KY Regional Consultant

 

Brandt Lyon is a committed disciple of Christ, visionary leader, strong moral community leader, and loving husband and father. It has been my joy serving in the same community with him these years and watching the growth of his church.

Dr. Dan Summerlin, Pastor, Lone Oak Baptist Church, Paducah, KY

 

Bio

  • Philosophy
    I am called to a ministry based squarely on the gospel of Jesus Christ.  It is my desire to see Galatians 5:16-23 enacted within the people of the church as the Holy Spirit takes people  enslaved in sin and produces the fruit of the Spirit within them freeing them from sin and its consequences.

I desire to see people led to a worship of God based upon a knowledge of and submission to His holiness and grace and in gratitude for the mercy and forgiveness of Christ.

It is also my desire to lead a congregation to a depth of biblical knowledge and understanding that is seen in a holy life and a Christian worldview that is making an impact on the society around them.

Ministry Experience

March 2021 – Present: Immanuel Baptist Church, Georgetown Campus Pastor, Georgetown, KY

  • Planted the campus
  • Planned and coordinated the purchase and implementation of all equipment for the mobile campus
  • Developed core team starting with approximately 8 people
  • Created many new relationships in the community
  • Grew the attendance from 80 on the first Sunday to an average of 175 in three years
  • Achieved over $300,000 budget in first two years
  • Started 12 community groups of all ages
  • Led the campus to begin new classes for prospective members and evangelism training
  • Began new Discipleship groups for more intensive spiritual growth
  • Implemented a strong livestream broadcast

March 2012—November 2020: Pastor, Twelve Oaks Baptist Church, Paducah, KY

  • Transitioned the church from an older congregation to reaching more young families, while maintaining a strong senior adult ministry 
  • Started discipleship classes, training laypeople in more intensive Bible-based courses
  • Implemented small, replicating discipleship/accountability groups
  • Implemented a second worship service during the first year
  • Developed a successful deacon family-style ministry
  • Created a visitation program and prospective member class
  • Trained and led several mission trips to Utah
  • Grew from one full-time and two part-time staff members to four full-time staff members
  • Conducted backyard Bible clubs as an outreach to the inner city of Paducah
  • Transitioned from a more traditional style of worship to a blended style
  • Grew the church in attendance and giving

March 2004—March 2012:  Pastor, Olivet Baptist Church, Herndon, KY

  • Created a visitation program and prospective member class
  • Trained and led several mission trips to Brazil, Russia, Lexington, KY, and Utah
  • Started discipleship classes
    Began multiple new Sunday school classes
  • Cast vision for and led new ministries and outreach for military at nearby Fort Campbell
  • Began Migrant Worker ministry for local farmers
  • Grew the church in attendance and giving

October 2001—March 2004:  Pastor, Eagle Heights Baptist Church, Shepherdsville, KY

  • Designed and led a strategic planning program for the church, including church purpose, vision, and implementation
  • Implemented a new visitation program
  • Planned, developed, and maintained the church website
  • Led the church to growth in attendance and giving

Education

  • Doctor of Ministry:  The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky.  Graduated December, 2017
  • Master Of Divinity:  The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky.  Graduated May, 2003.
  • Bachelor of Science: Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tennessee.  Public Relations with a minor in Psychology.  Graduated December 1993

Leadership Experience

  • Planted the Georgetown Campus of Immanuel Baptist Church, Lexington
  • Providence Christian Academy, Georgetown, KY board member 2022-2024
  • Transform Scott County board member 2023-present
  • Kentucky Baptist Convention Committee on the Annual Meeting 2022-present (Chairman 2024)
  • Leadership Scott County – 2022-2023 class
  • Crossings Ministry board member—2015-2023 (Chairman 2019-2023)
  • President of the 2019 Kentucky Baptist Convention Pastor’s Conference
  • Moderator of the West Union Baptist Association—2017-2018
  • Kentucky Baptist Convention Mission Board: 2008-2011 term and 2013-2016 term
  • Administrative Committee of the Kentucky Baptist Convention: 2010-2011, 2013-2014, and 2015-2016
  • Chairman of the Church Consulting and Revitalization Committee 2015-2016
  • Nominating Committee of the Kentucky Baptist Convention: 2010
  • Multiple short-term missions to Brazil and Russia
  • Coordinated partnerships with Crossings Church, SBC in Spanish Fork, Utah and Advent Church, Chicago, IL
  • 5 years as chairman of the Mission Development Committee of the Christian County Baptist Association
  • Leadership Hopkinsville—2007-2009 class