About Justin
Justin and Kathy
Born and reared in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Justin earned his undergraduate at Mississippi State University (1995) and then a Master of Divinity and Master of Theology (2000, 2002) from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas.
Justin met his bride, Kathy, at an evangelism conference near Los Angeles, California, in 2009. They were married in August of 2010. From 2014 until 2019, they lived in Sandpoint, Idaho, and were members of Kootenai Community Church.
Philosophy of Ministry
“It is of the utmost importance to us to be kept humble. Consciousness of self-importance is a hateful delusion, but one into which we fall as naturally as weeds grow on a dunghill. We cannot be used of the Lord but that we also dream of personal greatness, we think ourselves almost indispensable to the church, pillars of the cause, and foundations of the temple of God. We are nothings and nobodies, but that we do not think so is very evident, for as soon as we are put on the shelf we begin anxiously to enquire, ‘How will the work go on without me?’ As well might the fly on the coach wheel enquire, ‘How will the mails be carried without me?’
Far better men have been laid in the grave without having brought the Lord’s work to a standstill, and shall we fume and fret because for a little season we must lie upon the bed of languishing? God sometimes weakens our strength in a way at the precise juncture when our presence seems most needed to teach us that we are not necessary to God’s work, and that when we are most useful, He can easily do without us. If this be the practical lesson, the rough schooling may be easily endured for assuredly it is beyond all things desirable that self should be kept low and the Lord alone be magnified.”
– Charles H. Spurgeon, “Laid Aside, Why?”
The Sword and Trowel, May 1876, London.
For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be glory forever. Amen. – Romans 11:36
Personal Testimony
This was originally written and posted in 2012.
My conversion is a surprising one. I was saved as a preacher.
I was supposedly “saved” and baptized at age seven. Growing up in church, I knew all the right answers. The two components of genuine conversion are faith in Christ (not just in Him but in His Person and sufficient atonement) and repentance of sins. Did I have faith in Christ? Yes, I did – just like I had faith in Santa Claus. He was real to me, too.
My faith in Jesus, like my faith in Santa, was immature and childish. There is a big difference between a child-like faith and a childish faith. A child-like faith (“Whoever does not receive the Kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it at all.” Mark 10:15) acknowledges absolute helplessness and inability before God. Just as a child cannot physically care for and provide for himself...
Endorsements
The New Testament contains many warnings about the harm caused by false prophets. Therefore, those zealous for defending the Gospel must denounce false teachings and boldly proclaim God's Word. Justin Peters is one such man.
It has been an honor and a privilege to know him and welcome him to conferences hosted by our local church. I have personally witnessed the boldness, zeal, and integrity that guide his ministry.
If you want to support the preaching of the true gospel and rescue people from religious deception, support Justin Peters's ministry. I highly recommend him.
Words cannot fully express my love and appreciation for Justin Peters. He is a true friend and partner in the proclamation and defense of the gospel. Not only have I personally and spiritually benefited from my relationship with Justin, but our church has also been thoroughly blessed.
Our church is now a regular financial supporter and partner in his ministry. I would highly commend him to you.