Kenny Thacker is a gifted storyteller. His favorite and most told story is God
's story, the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. This Good News is shared by Kenny whether he is preaching to a congregation, performing a musical concert, teaching business leaders, laughing around a campfire, counseling, training, or reclining on the front porch. Jesus Christ is the hero and climax of this "sounds too good to be true" story that Kenny wants to share with you.
Kenny carries an anointing for prophetic insight impacting today's church and has a heart for true discipleship. He delights in helping people discover who they are in Christ, encouraging their gifts, and seeing them released into God's purpose.
Kenny is most passionate about the life changing work of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and has a knack for finding the theme of this great story in unexpected places. In simplicity and humor, he delivers the Gospel message setting the stage for revelation and freedom in hearts that are open to receive this sound Word of God.
Kenny’s main focus is caring for and equipping pastors and leaders and spouses who have been called
to pastor, but they often lack that same pastoral guidance for themselves. They need help maneuvering through these chaotic, uncertain times now more than ever. Kenny and Lynn build relationships with them that provides the care, encouragement, equipping and resources they so desperately need.
He has been active in ministry for over 43 years as a pastor, worship leader and popular national/international conference speaker. Originally from Kentucky, he and his beautiful wife, Lynn, now reside in Prosper, Texas. Kenny recently stepped aside as Lead Pastor of Lighthouse Christian Fellowship in Prosper, to re-engage as the President of SoundWord, Inc, a ministry that exists to strengthen and establish the local church by he loves to do, caring for and equipping pastors and leaders.
He also serves as Co-Director for the Kerygma Network of Churches, and is on the advisory board of Kerygma Ventures.