Contributor

Will Basham

Will Basham was born and raised in rural West Virginia. He married his high school sweetheart, Amanda, and they have five children. Will planted New Heights Church in 2012 after completing a seminary degree at Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary. He’s the author of Rural Mission and editor of Church Out Here—works that focus on equipping Christians for ministry in small-town contexts. Will also serves as a church planting catalyst for Send Network in West Virginia.

Resources from Will

Podcast Episode

When Conflict Happens

New Churches Podcast Season 5 Episode 11

In this episode of the New Churches podcast, Noah Oldham sits down with pastors Will Basham, Bryan Loritts, and Jon Kelly to explore the inevitable conflicts church planters face, drawing lessons from Acts 15.
Podcast Episode

Everyday Evangelism

New Churches Podcast Season 5 Episode 8

In this episode of the New Churches Podcast, Trevin Wax is joined by Will Basham, Bryan Loritts, and Jon Kelly to explore personal evangelism through the lens of the Book of Acts.
Podcast Episode

Systems for Mission

New Churches Podcast Season 5 Episode 7

In this episode of the New Churches Podcast, Noah Oldham is joined by Will Basham, Tony Merida, and Dean Inserra to explore the vital role of systems in church planting, drawing lessons from Acts 6.
Podcast Episode

Devoted to Fellowship

New Churches Podcast Season 5 Episode 5

In this episode of the New Churches Podcast, Jeff Medders is joined by Dean Inserra, Elizabeth Woodson, and Will Basham to explore what healthy, gospel-centered community looks like, highlighting fellowship, shared meals, generosity, and authenticity as key elements
Article

4 Ways to Make Your Sermon Resonate All Week

Will Basham

The prince of preachers, Charles Haddon Spurgeon, knew well the importance of biblical preaching in the ministry and liturgy of the local church. He famously said, “Do not go where it is all fine music, grand talk, and beautiful architecture....