ABOUT US
Discover Our Story
Learn about who we are and what we believe.
OUR STORY
Rooted in Truth
Word of Life Church began with a clear vision: to be a place where the Word of God is preached with boldness and lived out with sincerity. Located in Johnson City, Tennessee, we are a non-denominational church with deep Pentecostal roots. This heritage gives our services a warm, Spirit-filled atmosphere where God’s presence is honored and His Word is central.
What started as a smaller congregation has grown into a vibrant church family of around 600+ brothers and sisters. Many of our members have moved here from across the country — including Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Washington D.C., Georgia, and North Carolina — bringing with them a beautiful diversity. You’ll experience that richness in our worship, where contemporary songs, Southern gospel, bluegrass, and classical hymns all come together in heartfelt praise.
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At the heart of Word of Life is a passion for the Bible. We don’t just teach the Word — we believe it should be made manifest in everyday life, producing better husbands, wives, parents, children, and neighbors who reflect the character of Christ and reach out to a lost world.
Under the leadership of Pastor Donny Reagan, our church is shepherded with dedication, passion, and care. Brother Reagan preaches the truth with boldness and love — giving the people what they need, not just what they want to hear. His heart is to see every person grow spiritually and find their place in the family of God.
OUR BELIEFS
What We Believe
Our desire is to live out our faith authentically through the power of God’s Word in a warm, Spirit-filled atmosphere.
THE BIBLE
We believe the Bible is God’s inspired, eternal Word and the absolute foundation for our faith.
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We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the only Savior of the world. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8).
The Light of the Hour
We believe the church is the Light of this Hour. The Message of William Branham calls us back to the pure Word of God.
The Bride of Christ
We believe the true Church is the Bride of Christ. Brother Branham taught that the Bride lives by “Thus saith the Lord” and is preparing for His soon return.
OUR MISSION & VALUES
Why We Exist
Our mission is to preach the pure Word of God, lead people into a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ, and prepare the Bride of Christ for His soon return. We do this through heartfelt worship, strong Bible teaching, authentic fellowship, and reaching out to a lost world — both here in Johnson City and beyond.
FAITH — Trusting God and standing firm on His unchanging Word
COMMUNITY — Partnering with fellow Christians as we walk together as one family in love and unity
SERVICE — eaching beyond ourselves to show the love of Christ through practical help and outreach
GROWTH — Encouraging every believer to mature spiritually and live a concentrated life to Jesus Christ.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your First Visit
Our services are filled with heartfelt worship, strong Bible-centered teaching, and a real sense of family. Rooted in the Pentecostal heritage and the Message of the Hour, we exalt the unchanging Word of God and Jesus Christ — the same yesterday, today, and forever — as we prepare the Bride of Christ for His soon return.
✝︎ Heartfelt worship and strong, Bible-centered teaching
✝︎ A Holy-Spirit Filled atmosphere with genuine fellowship
✝︎ Engaging programs designed specifically for kids and youth
✝︎ A place where the Word of God is preached bodly and lived out daily
MEET OUR PASTOR
Pastoral Leadership
Pastor Donny Reagan has served as pastor of Word of Life Church since September 1987. He and his wife Carol moved to Johnson City in 1988. Under his leadership, the church has grown to approximately 600 members.
Pastor Reagan is a dedicated shepherd with a strong emphasis on the Message of the Hour. He has led the church in numerous overseas missionary projects and is supported by a team of ministers and evangelists. Through live streaming, the ministry now reaches across the United States and several countries worldwide.
His vision is to see the Bride of Christ restored to the pure apostolic faith of the Book of Acts through the Message delivered to William Branham. He believes the true church must experience the new birth and be perfected through the five-fold ministry.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Get to Know Us Better
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Word of Life is a church family built on the pure Word of God, heartfelt worship, and genuine love for one another. Rooted in Pentecostal heritage and the Message of the Hour, our heart is to see lives transformed as we prepare the Bride of Christ for the soon return of the Lord.
We are a warm, welcoming place where the Bible is preached boldly, faith is lived out daily, and every person can grow spiritually in a real sense of family.
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We believe the Bible is God’s inspired, eternal Word and the absolute foundation for our faith. We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the only Savior of the world, and He is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
We are a church rooted in the Message of the Hour, called to live as the Bride of Christ — restored back to the pure apostolic faith of the Book of Acts and preparing for the soon return of the Lord.
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Word of Life Church is led by Pastor Donny Reagan, who is supported by a dedicated team of ministers, evangelists, and committed volunteers who serve across many areas of ministry.
Together, they shepherd the congregation with a heart for the pure Word of God and a desire to see every believer grow in faith, walk in truth, and be prepared as the Bride of Christ.
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We believe faith is not just something we believe — it’s something we live out. Through local outreach, practical acts of kindness, and global missions, Word of Life actively serves both our local community in Johnson City and many places around the world.
From supporting overseas missionary projects to meeting needs here at home, we are committed to showing the love of Christ in tangible ways — lifting others up and sharing the hope of the Gospel.
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