Dr. David Hankins is passionate communicator of God’s Word and Pastor Eric’s father. Dr. Hankins has served as the Executive Director of the Louisiana Baptist Convention, Vice President of Cooperative Program for the SBC, and as pastor of churches in Texas and Louisiana. He is the author of One Sacred Effort, which is required reading by every Southern Baptist seminary student. Since retirement Dr. Hankins loves spending time with his wife Patty and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also like to get a round of gold in whenever possible.