Pastor Jerry is a native of Anniston, Alabama. He attended the University of North Alabama on a football scholarship. There is where he met his college sweetheart, Felicia. He served four years in the United States Marine Corps as a Field Artillary Section Chief and received an honorable discharge as a Sergeant. His wife, Lady Felicia is an educator and they have two wonderful children together. He served as a youth pastor for many years. Pastor Jerry continued his studies at Salt Lake Bible College in biblical studies. In 2016, God called Pastor Jerry to start a new ministry. Pastor Jerry and his family stepped out in faith and Lifeline Church held its first service in a community center classroom with 17 people.