Pastor Donnie Thomas on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026

A Lifetime of Ministry, Miracles, and Music Join Pastor Jack King for an inspiring conversation with Evangelist and Interim Pastor Donnie Thomas. In this episode, Donnie shares his 28-year journey in ministry, ranging from the humorous challenges of being an interim pastor to serious discussions about the shifting landscape of church leadership. You will hear Donnie’s powerful testimony of being called to preach at age 11—starting his practice runs in a cow pasture—and the miraculous story of how God healed him of a lemon-sized brain tumor at age 13. This episode is filled with laughter, insight, and a touching love story that proves God directs our steps. Key topics discussed in this episode include: -- The unique challenges and humor involved in being an interim pastor, including the "burning bush" request. -- The shifting landscape of ministry and the shortage of young pastors willing to take smaller churches. -- Donnie’s early calling at age 11 and his history of preaching to cattle before people. -- A miraculous testimony of healing where a brain tumor disappeared before surgery. -- The vital importance of Youth Camps in calling the next generation to ministry. -- The heartwarming and humorous story of how Donnie met his wife, Nancy, at a gospel singing. -- The struggle modern churches face in finding musicians and the joy of Southern Gospel music. This is episode 1259. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X