Rev. Dr. John E. Robinson, II
A native of Pittsburgh, PA, the Rev. Dr. John E. Robinson, II has functioned in ministry since the age of 16. He is dedicated to preaching and teaching the message of Jesus Christ and His Kingdom through speaking, music, writing, and other venues. Dr. Robinson has served as a Deacon, Licensed Minister, Minister of Music, Elder, and Executive Pastor.
Dr. Robinson approaches ministry with unrelenting energy and determination to glorify the Lord in such a way that others are inspired to seek the Lord as a foundation for their lives. With a desire to help people help themselves, he has devoted his life to encouraging others. He lives by the saying, "Successful people do daily what others do occasionally."
For eight years, Dr. Robinson was the founding Pastor of a church plant in Pittsburgh, PA. Currently, he is the Senior Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Burlington, NC. The church is dedicated to community outreach initiatives such as promoting a youth group program, feeding those in need, providing needed supplies to the homeless, and many other ministry endeavors.
In addition to pastoral ministry, Dr. Robinson is the co-founder of Your Greater Destiny. This ministry works towards helping people understand and fulfill their divine purpose through community events, inspirational teachings, and more. Dr. Robinson and the Your Greater Destiny team have been blessed to minister around the world.
Dr. Robinson has composed several songs. Additionally, he is the author of two books dealing with biblical foundations and God’s model for success. He has facilitated and instructed at various ministry schools and conferences dealing with topics regarding 21st Century Ministry, Leadership, Music, Praise & Worship, and other biblical subjects.
Dr. Robinson has earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from Geneva College in Beaver Falls, PA, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from South University School of Theology in Savannah, Georgia. He also serves as a ministry project advisor for doctoral candidates at South University.
Dr. Robinson is married to Pastor Latisha Robinson of Pittsburgh, PA. In addition to working together in ministry, they have five children: John Edward III, Jenaya Elaine, Judah Ellis, Ja'Saiyah Ellise, and Journey Elle.