Scott Thomas

My life, love and passion is all summed up quite easily.

I am the Founder and Lead Pastor of Free Life Chapel in Lakeland, Florida, which begain in January 2011. We are a non-traditional, multi-ethnic, multi-denominational, multi-generational congregation that believes faith and fun are both possible and important to a vibrant Christian faith. We own a passion to engage the unchurched, dechurched and over-churched communmities with the relevant, life-changing hope of Jesus. Although unorthodox, we are strategic and intentional with our presention of the Gospel - protecting it's truth while speaking the language of today's culture.

I have a deep-rooted passion for Israel and the Jewish people. I am a 24-year student of Torah and Hebraic studies, and have enjoyed guest speaking in churches, conferences, television appearances and at pro-Israel events (AIPAC, Jewish National Fund & various Jewish Federations) across the Nation. I serve as the Florida State Director for Christians United for Israel, as well as on the Board of Directors for Operation LifeShield - an Israeli organization that builds and places above-ground bomb shelters throughout Israel's townships and communities.

Education: I graduated from Lee University ('85-'89) with a B.A. in Psychology; recieved a Masters in Biblical Studies from Newburgh Theological Seminary (2005); and completed a Doctorate of Divinity from Master's International University of Divinity (2015). I recieved my Life Coaching training and Certification through Dr. Sam Chand's Dream Releasers Coaching, and presently provide personal coaching/consulting services for various pastors and churches.

I enjoy the gym and all types of sports. I am an avid hunter, with a love for anything outdoors. I do play golf, but will definitely keep my "day job."

I am enjoying my 22nd year of marriage with my beautiful Puerto-Rican wife, Cindy. We have one son, Caleb, who is a student at Southeastern University.

Bottom line... I am a blessed man.