Who I Am ?
Meet Joshua
Pastor Joshua Okpara is the Senior Pastor of Faith Filled Church in Lewisville, Texas, where he leads with a rare blend of vision, compassion, and purpose-driven conviction. Raised in Deeper Life Bible Church in Lagos, Nigeria, his early spiritual foundation shaped a lifelong commitment to holiness, integrity, and the transformative power of God.
His call to ministry deepened after a life-altering moment at age 14. Following a failed suicide attempt, he describes experiencing the overwhelming embrace of Christ’s love—an encounter that sparked his mission to help others discover identity, hope, and purpose in God.
During his college years at the University of North Texas, he began hosting Bible studies and worship nights that drew students hungry for God. It was during this season that he also founded Dedicated Men, a groundbreaking initiative created to increase minority male retention in college. What began on one campus expanded to three colleges across Texas, empowering young men academically, spiritually, and emotionally.
Pastor Joshua earned a Bachelor’s degree in Integrative Studies (sociology, marketing, and communications concentrations) from UNT, followed by an MBA in Strategic Leadership. He further developed his ministry foundation at the Rock School of Ministry in Frisco, Texas.
For more than six years, he has served as a community liaison, primarily within Denton ISD, where he connected families with essential resources, built community partnerships, and supported at-risk youth. His heart for young people also birthed the Pursuit of Purpose Program, a life-shaping initiative for middle and high school students navigating adversity. Today, his community work continues through ongoing food distribution and resource support for schools in Lewisville and surrounding areas.
Beyond pastoring, Pastor Joshua is a prolific author with over 21 published works, including children’s books, spiritual development guides, and purpose-centered writings. He is also a sought-after life coach, using his God-given gift of teaching—rooted in a family of educators—to mentor individuals into their purpose, calling, and personal development. He frequently coaches aspiring authors through the publishing process and equips leaders to walk boldly in their God-given identity.
Pastor Joshua’s ministry philosophy is anchored in Genesis 1:26, the scripture that shapes the framework of Faith Filled Church: developing Kingdom men and women who reflect God’s image and advance His purpose on earth. His preaching is practical, scriptural, and deeply empowering—centered on helping people understand who they are in Christ and why their lives matter.
Whether he is shepherding Faith Filled Church, teaching youth, writing, coaching, or serving the community, Pastor Joshua lives with one mission: to awaken purpose in others through the love and truth of Jesus Christ.
BOOKS
Joshua Okpara has written twenty-one best-selling books, such as "Where Does It Hurt?", "31 Days to A Better You", "Handling Uncertainty", and Discovering Your Value", sold internationally.
Joshua is known for his charisma, leadership, and passion for purpose. He is married to Charmecia Okpara and, together, they raise their son, Josiah Okpara. He serves as founder and senior pastor of Faith Filled Church, located in Lewisville, Texas.