Steven Furtick (born February 19, 1980) is an American Christian pastor, author, and musician. He is the founder and lead pastor of Elevation Church, a multi-site megachurch based in Charlotte, North Carolina, with weekly attendance over 30,000. Furtick is known for his energetic preaching style, modern worship music, and leadership books. He has authored several bestsellers including 'Sun Stand Still' and 'Greater.' He also founded Elevation Worship, a globally popular music group. His teachings emphasize faith, personal growth, and community service, though he has faced some controversy over prosperity theology and church operations.
