Washington, D.C. – Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R-TX-01) released the following statement recognizing Dr. Michael Gossett, Senior Pastor of Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas, for his dedicated service and recent role as Guest Chaplain for the U.S. House of Representatives:
“It's my honor to introduce Dr. Michael Gossett, Pastor of Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas, to serve as the Guest Chaplain this week and offer a prayer.
“Dr. Gossett and his wife lead the largest congregation of believers in East Texas. They also proudly shepherd a flock of four wonderful children at home. Pastor Michael, as he’s known, and Katie are passionate about their call to serve—to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ—and they are personable and approachable in their style, showing the same love and grace as our risen Lord and Savior.
“Having been a firefighter for five years before entering full-time ministry, this Liberty University alum is tough-minded, disciplined, and steady in his leadership. He is authentic and genuine, and always faithful to preach the truth of the Word of God.
“Because of that, he has been a strong and effective leader for Green Acres since he arrived in 2019. I’m proud to call him my friend and proud he’s dedicated his life to be salt and light in this lost and dark world.
“To God be the glory for the great things He’s doing through the Gossetts and Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. Welcome, Pastor Gossett.”
Watch Congressman Moran’s Full Remarks HERE
Dr. Michael Gossett is the Senior Pastor of Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas, where he has served since 2019. A graduate of Liberty University and former firefighter, he and his wife, Katie, have four children and are passionate about sharing the Gospel and serving the East Texas community.
Watch Pastor Gossett’s Opening Prayer HERE
Pastor Gossett’s Full Prayer as Delivered:
”Heavenly Father, we come to You today and acknowledge that You alone are the King of kings and Lord of lords. You alone are sovereign over the nations and the peoples of the Earth. Just as Psalm 24:1 says, “The Earth and everything in it, the world and its inhabitants, belong to the Lord.” You alone, Lord, have ordained each government official to serve, and we ask that You raise up leaders and call each representative to lead with justice, and wisdom, and humility.
“We ask Your blessings on each member here and the families and people they represent. I pray that You would grant each Representative clarity of mind, integrity of heart, and a deep concern for truth and righteousness according to Your Word. I pray there would be no fear among them except a fear of the Lord. May they seek the good of the people and the flourishing of all, especially the most vulnerable. Please remind us today that our hope alone is in Your Son, Jesus Christ. We pray all this in the name of Jesus, our risen Lord and coming King. Amen.”
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