Pastor Will Courtney

A man chasing God

William Courtney’s life desire is to draw closer to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His faithfulness and service has inspired both young and old alike.  It has been said that when Will teaches, he breaks down the Word in a way that makes it practical for everyday. 

Will Courtney hit the ground running, when he was born-again in March 1991.  He immediately started witnessing to friends and family.  His zeal also afforded him opportunities to witness and talk to those of other faiths, such as Muslims and Jehovah’s Witnesses. 

In March 1991, Will joined the Church of the Living God (COTLG) in Suitland, Maryland.  While at the COTLG, he was involved in many of its ministries.  In July 1991, Will submitted his request to serve as Deacon.  After a trial period (according to I Tim. 3:10), he was ordained to the office of Deacon in June 1992.  As a Deacon, Will was called upon numerous times to preach.  He also served as one of the praise & worship leaders.  Will continued to learn, grow and witness as a Deacon until God moved him into the Eldership in June 1995. 

 In the Spring of 1995, William joined the Word of Life Bible Institute as an instructor and taught various courses and classes.  He has also started a Singles Bible Study out of his home.  One of the main purposes for this Singles Ministry was to provide opportunities for Singles to come together around the Word of God to learn how to better live holy and happy right where they are.  William started the M.T.T.H. (Men Taking The Helm) Men’s Group at the COTLG in 2004.  The purpose of this ministry is to provide an informal forum, where men can come together to encourage and build each other up in the faith. 

Will was ordained as an Elder in June 1995 at the Church of the Living God.  While serving as elder, he has spoken at various churches and events in the Washington Metropolitan area.  Will responded to the call of Youth Pastor in 1995.  He helped establish and coordinate the Youth Sundays and Youth Fridays at the COTLG.  Will also helped structure the music ministry. In December 2002, Will was nominated to become the Assistant Pastor of the Church of the Living God.  He accepted the call to serve in that capacity.  He was overseer over the Ministry to the Youth and the Ministries of Worship Arts, where he served as worship leader, poet and actor for Jesus Christ.  He also served as chairman of the Board of Elders and as moderator of the Leadership Meetings of the COTLG.

Moved by the Lord, Will founded the Truth in Love Bible Church (TLBC) in March 2010.  He was ordained and installed as pastor of the TLBC at the COTLG by Pastor Derrick Ford.  Currently, William Courtney II serves as Senior Pastor of the TLBC. Over the years, God, has allowed Pastor Will and the TLBC Family to minister to the physical and spiritual needs of their community. In 2019, Will wrote the book, "How I Got Married in 7 Months." He currently conducts relationship coaching and financial counseling sessions and workshops.