About the author
Damian Boyd, Sr. is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, passionate communicator, visionary leader, and pastor. For more than twenty years, he has reached and developed youth, young adults, singles, and churches locally and internationally through conferences, high impact events, leadership gatherings, and everyday ministry. His life mission is to lead, train, and develop people with the principles, tools, and resources to live significant lives for the Glory of God. He is known for his creativity, strategic thinking, and down-to-earth yet challenging communication style. His life scripture continues to be the theme of his ministry. “You are the salt of the earth…You are the light of the world…” (Matthew 5:13-15)
Damian is the lead pastor of Vertical Church, a family of Jesus followers “on mission” in the urban and college communities of Historic West End and Vine City of Atlanta Georgia. With a mission of growing followers of Jesus who impact the world for God’s Glory, this Bible-based church seeks to have an indispensable presence and voice in both the campus and community. He along with his wife, Zarat, and son Damian Jr., live in the Atlanta area.