Steven Furtick

Steven Furtick is an American pastor, author, and songwriter. Born Larry Stevens Furtick Jr. on February 19, 1980, he is the founder and lead pastor of Elevation Church, based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He holds a Master of Divinity degree from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Furtick is also a songwriter and composer for the music group Elevation Worship, which he helped found in 2007. His songwriting credits include songs such as "Jireh," "The Blessing (Live)," "Praise," "Wait On You," "Hard Fought Hallelujah," and "I Know A Name." He is also featured on the Tauren Wells song "Close." His work in contemporary Christian music has been recognized by the Recording Academy. Furtick is a multiple-time Grammy Award nominee in categories including Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song and Best Gospel Performance/Song. He is a Grammy Award winner for the album *Old Church Basement* by Elevation Worship, which won Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.