About My Dad

Troy Dewayne Massengill, my father, was a preacher of the Gospel. He was a singer, a songwriter, and a musician. His legacy lives on in his children, as well as everyone he ever prayed for or ministered to in some way. We tend to idolize people after they’re gone, but I know he was by no means perfect. None of us are. But his love for the Lord and for people was indeed notable.

Growing up in his shadow meant learning to abide by certain standards: Obey God, and love people. When I look at the man I’ve become, I see obvious similarities. Like my dad, I am a singer and songwriter, as well as a musician. But also like my father, I love to minister to people. It’s a God-given passion, and it’s a calling. I am grateful for the upbringing my parents gave me, in the respect and admonition of the Word of God.

Dad was a pastor for many years, but I don’t really remember him for his sermons. I saw his passion for people come out when he would just talk with folks. And he really loved to sing. In fact, he had his own TV show on a local station for a while. It was called Praise Time, and on the program he would sing songs and pray for people who sent in requests. It was during that time I think he was most in his element – and this is a part of his character to which I can most easily relate.

So, as I prepare to begin my 14th year of this online ministry God gave me in 2011, it is with the knowledge that – in my own way – I am following in my dad’s footsteps. Spreading the Gospel message is every Christian’s duty, but I can’t help but think of my dad’s example this weekend. The 13th anniversary of GCM, after all, falls on Father’s day. It is my sincere hope that Dad is smiling down on me, proud of who and what I’ve become.

Happy Father’s Day, Pop! I look forward to seeing you in heaven. Until then, I want to carry on the work our Savior called us to do. With the help of Jesus, I will obey the Father, and I will love people, bringing the light of truth to those in darkness. In so doing, I will honor both my earthly and heavenly fathers.