Dr. Delvin Atchison serves as the Senior Pastor of Westside Baptist Church in Lewisville, Texas, bringing over 40 years of ministry experience to the pulpit. A former Director of the Great Commission Team for Texas Baptists, Dr. Atchison is a celebrated leader known for his ability to bridge deep theological study with relatable, heartfelt application.

A lifelong student of the Word, Dr. Atchison holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Divinity with honors from George W. Truett Seminary at Baylor University. His academic pursuit of excellence led him abroad, where he studied at the Vatican in Rome and at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University, under the tutelage of his mentor, Dr. Joel Gregory.

Dr. Atchison’s influence extends far beyond his local congregation. A prolific writer and orator, his sermons and articles have been featured in Christianity Today, CommonCall, The Truett Pulpit, and Epitome. Passionate about the craft of preaching, he mentors the next generation of ministers through his “Page to Pulpit” seminars, which focus on expository preaching and exegetical preparation.

A native of Hearne, Texas, and the fifth of six siblings, Dr. Atchison is grounded in family and love. He is married to his wife, Dr. Brenda Atchison; together, they are the proud parents of five children and grandparents to two. His life and ministry are guided by a singular vision: to Serve God by Sharing Christ and Loving People.