Evangelist Scott Pauley

A recent picture of Scott and Tammy Pauley (2026)

Scott Pauley was raised in the mountains of West Virginia where he came to know the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. At the age of twelve, he sensed God's call to preach - a call that continues to shape his life and ministry. He attended Crown College in Powell, Tennessee, where he met his wife, Tammy. They were married in 1997 and served the Lord at the Temple
Baptist Church and Crown College for nearly two decades.

Today, Dr. Pauley travels full-time as an evangelist, with a passion for preaching the Gospel and a burden to see this generation reached for Christ. He leads Enjoying the Journey, a ministry that exists to evangelize the lost, encourage pastors and local churches, and equip believers to study the Bible and serve the Lord. Scott and Tammy are members of the Cranberry Baptist Church in Beckley, West Virginia.

In addition to his preaching ministry, Dr. Pauley has authored several books, including Revival Praying, New Testament Marriage and a devotional commentary on the Psalms. He can be heard daily on the Enjoying the Journey podcast and radio. The Pauley’s have three adult children and are now enjoying being “Papa” and “Nana” to their grandchildren. When not on the road, they treasure spending time on their family farm.

Education:

D.Min., Luther Rice University
M.Div., Crown Seminary
M.B.S., Crown Seminary
M.Min., Crown Seminary
B.B.S., Pastoral Theology, The Crown College

Interests: Reading, Golf, and Coffee

Website: ETJ.Bible

Books by Scott Pauley

Roadmap for Life Psalms 1-41 (The Genesis Psalms) is a devotional book by Scott Pauley that provides an overview of each psalm, as well as practical application for your life. Scott draws out eternal truths and makes practical applications from each Psalm.

Roadmap for Life // Psalms 1-41 (The Genesis Psalms)
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REST – Volume 2
Why God Used D.L. Moody, Why God Used D.L. Moody by Torrey Moody Power, Why God Used D.L. Moody book, Cover: Soft-touch - 50 pages Introduction D.L. Moody was a man mightily used by God. The Lord enabled Moody to preach the gospel to millions of people across the globe. It is evident that God placed His hand of blessing upon Moody, but why? R.A. Torrey served alongside Moody for many years and was the most qualified to write on this topic. In this classic work, Torrey lays out seven reasons God used D.L. Moody. We desire that God will use this book to raise up an army of young men and women who will experience the power of God upon their lives. God's power rested on Moody only as he yielded to the Source of all power and blessing - the LORD. Table of Contents Dedication Prologue: Why God Used D. L. Moody 1. A Fully Surrendered Man 2. A Man of Prayer 3. A Deep and Practical Student of The Bible 4. A Humble Man 5. A Man Free From the Love of Money 6. A Man with A Consuming Passion for the Salvation of the Lost 7. A Man Definitely Endued With Power From on High.

Why God Used D.L. Moody
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REST – Volume 1
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New Testament Marriage
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The Need of Our Nation
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Revival Praying

Articles by Scott Pauley

On the Road with the Gospel

By Scott Pauley | October 19, 2026

As I write these words, Tammy and I have just returned from several extended ministry trips. I am grateful that she can travel with me most of the time now, and the Lord is good to allow us to serve together. The last three months have been extremely busy with 95 services in 12 states. Many of those meetings have been with pastors and groups from several other states. We live in a very mobile society, and I still marvel…

You Have to Work Hard to Keep it Simple

By Scott Pauley | October 13, 2026

You Have to Work Hard to Keep it Simple He was an engineer who had been responsible for the invention of things too intricate for me to understand. Yet the message he conveyed to me was one that I not only understood, I needed to hear.  Many years ago, over a meal in a city where I was speaking, a very kind Christian gentleman was explaining to me the type of work he had been in and the specific machinery…

The Power of Encouragement and the Peril of Discouragement 

By Scott Pauley | October 8, 2026

Discouragement is rampant these days. Spiritual warfare has intensified, and the battle for truth, righteousness, and souls has never been fiercer. It should be a reminder to us that victory is soon! The battle is always hottest just before it is won. And until the fight is finished, we must seek to encourage ourselves and one another. “Endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ” (2 Timothy 2:3). The Destructive Nature of Discouragement  In the Second Boer War in South…

The Gospel According to Ruth

By Scott Pauley | October 3, 2026

There are two books in our Bible that are named after women who were greatly used by God. Both of them reveal the sovereign purpose of the Lord and the beautiful way He uses those who simply believe and obey Him. In Esther we have a thrilling record of the providence and protection of God. In the little book of Ruth, we read an account of romance and redemption that points us to His unfailing love. These are more than…

Bible Biographies: Onesimus, Paul, and Philemon

By Scott Pauley | September 22, 2026

In a small New Testament book, we find a short account of a runaway named Onesimus. His entire story comprises just one page of the New Testament: the little book of Philemon. It is an amazing account, one filled with the grace, mercy, and goodness of our God. Someone may say, ‘Well, I thought the book was about Philemon and not Onesimus.’ That is true as well. Here is an overview of the story: Onesimus, Philemon, and Paul Onesimus was…

The Purpose and Practice of Scripture Memorization

By Scott Pauley | September 18, 2026

Scripture Memory Improves Spiritual Memory There are all types of memory. You may have an extremely good long term memory, or perhaps your short term memory is better. This is different for every person — and it is often different at varying stages in life! There is one type of memory that all of us must constantly work at. It is our spiritual memory. How easy it is to fail to remember the goodness of God and the wickedness of…

Joy on the Journey

By Scott Pauley | September 14, 2026

Joy on the Journey I have always enjoyed travel. As a boy, I had the opportunity to visit many wonderful places with my dad and mom. However, one thing about travel has changed for me. Like most young people, I was always anxious to “get there.” The anticipation of what we would do once we arrived at our destination was the main thing. As I get older, I am learning that much of the fun of the trip is the…

Lessons God is Teaching Me about My Family

By Scott Pauley | September 8, 2026

Lessons God is Teaching Me about My Family My kids are growing up so quickly. We are entering a new season as “empty-nesters.” I feel like I am getting old so quickly! Life moves along at a rapid pace, and God is teaching me many things. I am not the husband or father that I should be. More and more, I thank God for the wife that He has given to me, and the mother that she is to our…

A Biblical Perspective on Israel

By Scott Pauley | September 3, 2026

A Biblical Perspective on Israel One of the most hotly debated topics right now is the nation of Israel. If we do not use discernment, we can allow political agendas or current events to color our understanding of what God says in Holy Scripture. It should be the exact opposite; we must always begin with the Bible. Addressing current questions with Bible answers requires a firm foundation in the Word of God, especially when asking if we should support Israel.…

Journey Through the New Testament

By Scott Pauley | August 26, 2026

Begin Your Study of the New Testament The most important journeys should always be planned before you set out on a long adventure. Chart your course! We have charted a course through the Old Testament in a previous study. As you begin your study of the New Testament books in the Bible, there are several truths to take with you.  * NOTE: Be sure to visit our Journey Through Scripture Page. It features overviews, messages, articles, and resources for every…

A Few Reflections on My 50th Birthday

By Scott Pauley | August 25, 2026

A Few Reflections on My 50th Birthday A half a century. How is that possible? I look at my children and wonder how they got that old…then I look in the mirror and wonder how I got that old! (Tammy is the only one in the family not aging it seems.) Rarely do I write an article about personal matters, but I hope you will forgive me for being a little reflective. Today has been a sweet day with a…

Thank God for Teachers!

By Scott Pauley | August 20, 2026

Thank God for Teachers! The average student will spend nearly 15,000 hours in their kindergarten-to-twelfth-grade education. Thousands of hours are spent under various teachers. Those influences matter. We should thank God and pray for the wonderful teachers that God has placed into the lives of our children, especially as we consider the powerful influence teachers have in the lives of their students. Elementary School Teachers It was a kindergarten teacher who led me to Jesus Christ. Elementary school is a…

Our Greatest Need — Thoughts on Prayer

By Scott Pauley | August 19, 2026

Our Greatest Need — Thoughts on Prayer Over the last several weeks, I have had the privilege of meeting so many praying people. I have been honored and humbled to meet people whom I do not know and hear them say, “I pray for you every day.” Never in my life have I felt more the need for intercessory prayer! Our Greatest Need D.L. Moody wrote, “I have noticed, in traveling up and down the country, and after mingling with…

Great Expectations

By Scott Pauley | August 14, 2026

Great Expectations Charles Dickens’ classic novel Great Expectations is on my Kindle. I must confess that I have read and stopped reading the story several times through the years. It is a strange book. Pip, the young orphan in the tale, provides insight into the ambition of the human heart. We all have it. Great expectations. Some would say it is the driving force behind advancement and progress. Others would admit that it is the root of so much disappointment. The problem…

Journey through 3 John

By Scott Pauley | August 7, 2026

Journey Through 3 John The little letter of 3 John is the shortest book in the New Testament. It only has 299 words. But its message is powerful. Let us journey through 3 John and see what God wants to teach us. Listen: Journeying through 3 John Unchanging Truth for Men As you open your Bible to 3 John, you will notice that it is only fourteen verses long. Yet, it is packed full of truth. Much of it is…

Journey Through 2 Thessalonians

By Scott Pauley | July 31, 2026

Journey Through 2 Thessalonians At different phases in your journey of life, God provides specific messages for you. “Truth endureth to all generations” (Psalm 100:5). What is true yesterday is true today. It will be true forever. But at particular times in life, there are certain messages that you need to hear. A good illustration of that is the letter of 2 Thessalonians. The Apostle Paul had written one letter to them already, and the great message of that letter…

Journey Through the Old Testament

By Scott Pauley | July 20, 2026

Begin Your Study of the Old Testament The most important journeys should always be planned before you set out on a long adventure. Chart your course. As you begin your study of Old Testament books in the Bible, there are several truths to take with you.  * NOTE: Be sure to visit our Journey Through Scripture Page. It features overviews, messages, articles, and resources for every book of the Bible.  Listen to this Study: Genesis 1:1 declares to us that…

Journey Through 2 Peter

By Scott Pauley | July 15, 2026

Journey Through 2 Peter Do you have a good memory? Everyone’s memory works differently. Some people excel in short-term memory, while others are more adept at long-term memory. Memory is a gift, and some people are more gifted than others. Memory is like a muscle; we must exercise it. A walk through 2 Peter reveals it as a book of remembrance. In fact, the great message of the book is this: putting you in remembrance. It is the second and…

Journey Through Revelation

By Scott Pauley | July 10, 2026

Journey Through Revelation We come now to the closing, climactic Revelation of Jesus Christ. It has a host of comparisons with Genesis, the first book of the Bible, as well as some contrasts: In Genesis, God creates the sun. In Revelation, there will be no need for the sun, for Jesus is the light. In Genesis, Satan destroys. In Revelation, Satan is destroyed. In Genesis, sin begins. In Revelation, sin is banished. In Genesis, there is defeat. In Revelation, there…

Journey Through 2 John

By Scott Pauley | July 10, 2026

Journey Through 2 John We have been journeying through Scripture, and we come now to the one New Testament letter that was written to a woman and her children. It is the little book of 2 John. 2 John 1 says, “The elder,” that is John, “unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth;.” John is writing to a woman. We do…

Seven Principles for Young Believers Seeking Direction

By Scott Pauley | July 6, 2026

Seven Principles for Young Believers Seeking Direction The Urgency of Youth Youth is hard to define. When does it end? Suddenly, without warning it is gone and…where did it go? Flipping through an old poetry book recently, I found one poem that captured my attention on the subject. The Flight of Youth by Richard Henry Stoddard There are gains for all our losses, There are balms for all our pain: But when youth, the dream, departs, It takes something from our…

America, “It Is Time to Seek the Lord.”

By Scott Pauley | June 29, 2026

Those who love Christ should have a special love for their own people and a desire to see them come to the truth (Romans 9:1-3; 10:1). I do love the Lord and I love the country where God sovereignly allowed me to be born. I love America. A Critical Time for America These are critical days in our nation and in our world. As we approach the 250th birthday of the United States, this is a time for God’s people…

The What, Who, and Why of Thankfulness

By Scott Pauley | June 26, 2026

The What, Who, and Why of Thankfulness WHAT Are You Thankful For? Some time ago my wife challenged each member of our family to share three things for which we were grateful each night as we went to bed. It is easy to say the same things again and again (and hope that no one “steals” your list first!). The exercise was good for our home and for my own heart. I would recommend it to you and your family!…

8 Words That Have Helped Me Redeem the Time

By Scott Pauley | June 23, 2026

8 Words That Have Helped Me Redeem the Time We all have 1,440 minutes in a day. Try as you might, it is impossible to add time! It is possible, however, to make a wiser investment of the time that you have. Paul was led of the Holy Spirit to tell us twice about “redeeming the time” (Ephesians 5:16; Colossians 4:5). Are you spending your life or investing it? This means more than proper “time management.” Life is about emphasis.…

A Few Remarks on Reading

By Scott Pauley | June 17, 2026

A Few Remarks On Reading As a boy my parents encouraged me to read. Without such encouragement, television, video games, and other distractions are apt to keep a young person away from the riches found in a good book. My sixth grade teacher took a special interest in me. Mr. Hess would often have me stand before my classmates and read aloud a book that he had chosen. Little did I realize at the time that he was both instilling…

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Events The following schedule includes Scott Pauley’s itinerary and any Enjoying the Journey Tours or special events planned for the coming months…”If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this…” (James 4:15) Click to Read More About ETJ Events The REST Conference (ETJ Partner Event) Southwide Baptist Fellowship (ETJ Partner Event)