Mercy triumphs over judgment; but just as God exercises mercy and judgment, we all have to learn to be like our Father and elder brother Jesus Christ. We must learn to exercise both righteous judgment and the mercy that enables forgiveness of sins and reconciliation of our personal relationships.
Ryan was born and raised in central Georgia. Baptized in 1997, he is a fourth-generation member of the Church of God. Ryan and wife, Nissa, have three children and two grandchildren. Ryan currently serves as the Pastor for the Birmingham & Huntsville (Alabama), and Tupelo (Mississippi) congregations. Ryan previously served as pastor for the North Canton & Youngstown (Ohio), Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) and Wheeling (West Virginia) congregations, as well as the Council Reporter from May 2022 - May 2025.