Acts 12:24
But the word of God grew and multiplied.
About Us
the nelson centerThe Nelson Center for Preaching and Church Planting, hosted at the campus of Baptist College of Ministry and Baptist Theological Seminary was founded in 2024. The Nelson Center's purpose is inspiring spirit-empowered, fervent, Biblical preaching that leads to revival in churches across the country, and a passion and strategy for church planting in the United States of America. In a day of compromise and adversity, young men are running from the ministry, seasoned pastors are discouraged, and many churches are closing rather than reproducing. However, our God is still the same, and just as the "word of God grew and multiplied" in the book of Acts, the same can be accomplished in our generation (Acts 12:24). We believe that there is no greater day for young men and veteran pastors to rise up and join a national movement for preaching and church planting. The Nelson Center brings together the greatest independent Baptist preachers and church planters in America, offering resources for all who have a heart for preaching and church planting.
About Dr. Ed Nelson
The Center's DedicateeDr. Ed Nelson served tirelessly in full-time Christian service for over 70 years. He left a legacy of uncompromising statesmanship, Great Commission pioneering, and transformational mentorship. As a young man, he was financially independent, owning a successful ranch. However, God convicted him to give all of his wealth to missions, and begin to walk by faith. Sensitivity to God’s voice, and a walk of faith marked his entire ministry.
