Speaking
Learn more about Jimmy Thrasher’s speaking offerings.
Biography
Jimmy Thrasher is an alumnus of Muscle Shoals State Technical College, where he obtained a technical degree in Electricity. Subsequently, he pursued and achieved a highly esteemed certification within the Life Safety industry, earning the designation of NICET III Certified Engineering Technician with a specialization in Fire Alarms. Jimmy possesses life safety licenses across multiple states and is committed to enhancing his expertise in the life safety sector through the completion of required annual Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Later in life, after accepting the call to Ministry, Jimmy graduated from THE MAP Ministerial Training Program through his church at that time. He has undergone comprehensive Grief Support training and continues to deepen his Biblical understanding through ongoing Bible Study and various literature and devotional studies.
As a versatile speaker, Jimmy draws from his diverse life experiences. He is able to connect with individuals in the service industry, particularly those who travel between businesses to integrate, inspect, and service various building components, including electrical systems, plumbing, fire protection systems, telephone and data systems, and heating and cooling systems. His extensive work in the life safety field has allowed him to form relationships with professionals across a range of sectors, from manufacturing employees to business owners, Chief Operating Officers, Fire Marshals, and Architects. These varied encounters have equipped Jimmy with a comprehensive understanding of the experiences faced by individuals across different roles and industries, enabling him to deliver messages of hope, encouragement, and inspiration for career advancement as a Leadership and Career Advancement Speaker.
Furthermore, Jimmy Thrasher has engaged in speaking and ministry through the performing arts across a broad spectrum of ethnic and denominational churches, theaters, concerts, festivals, fairs, public spaces, and private events. He addresses a wide array of topics in his capacities as a Public Speaker, Evangelist, Missionary, Grief and Healing Speaker, as well as an Inspirational and Motivational Speaker. By intertwining Biblical insights with his compelling personal testimony, he conveys messages of healing, hope, and encouragement rooted in Christ. His impactful words have resonated with audiences in 41 countries, spanning over 400 cities across six continents. Whether one seeks a motivational speaker for the business community or a heartfelt and inspired guest speaker for a church, conference, or event, Jimmy Thrasher stands as an excellent choice to inspire and motivate.
Leadership & Career Advancement
Jimmy Thrasher brings a deeply personal and spiritual perspective to leadership and career-advancement in the business world. Jimmy’s pathway to the executive team by becoming a CFO was not the normal pathway. Jimmy’s pathway however is one that is possible for those willing to trust God and work hard through dedication, faithfulness, and by having a servant’s heart. Drawing from these experiences, he shares a transformative message of discovering your Purpose and the Big Dream that God has for you.
As a business professional, Jimmy weaves together Biblical insights and his own powerful testimony to deliver a truly authentic inspirational and encouraging message of rising above your current situation and circumstances. Jimmy offers his signature speech along with other heartfelt and impactful messages for your business, conference, church or event, including:
Signature Speech: Tech to CFO – The Parable of Blue Collar Tech derived from Jimmy Thrasher’s true story of becoming a CFO.
Other Speeches:
- Finding Your Purpose
- What’s Your Big Dream
- Integrity Matters
- Work As Unto God
- Developing a Healthy Work Ethic
Jimmy’s messages inspire and encourage audiences to discover their God Given Purpose and to strive to accomplish their Big Dream.
Leadership & Career Workshops
Jimmy and Melissa Thrasher provide inspirational and motivational encouragement for individuals who feel stagnant in their current employment and are eager to advance both themselves and their families. Through their full-day Group Workshop Sessions, they create opportunities for participants to engage with personalized and meaningful inquiries regarding their career trajectories, specifically how to transition from their present positions to their desired professional destinations.
Jimmy presents his signature Speech, “Tech to CFO,” which narrates his personal journey in parable form, illustrating his ascent from a field technician to the Chief Financial Officer of a regional fire protection company serving the Southeastern United States. The workshop consists of both a morning and afternoon session, during which participants can hear this compelling and motivational speech and begin to engage in the conversation. They will also acquire essential lessons for career development, including the importance of avoiding negative environments, pursuing excellence, cultivating a servant’s heart, taking steps of faith, and embracing key qualities such as dependability, trustworthiness, confidentiality, work ethic, and integrity, among others.
Grief & Healing
Jimmy Thrasher brings a deeply personal and spiritual perspective to grief and healing. After losing his first wife to cancer following 25 years of marriage and later both parents within two weeks of each other, Jimmy has walked through the grieving process firsthand. Drawing from these experiences, he shares a transformative message of navigating grief, rediscovering purpose and identity, and embracing a new chapter in life.
As an ordained minister, Jimmy weaves together biblical insights and his own powerful testimony to deliver messages of healing, hope, and encouragement in Christ. His words have reached audiences on six continents, in 38 countries, and over 360 cities worldwide.
Having experienced God’s loving deliverance through many challenging seasons, Jimmy offers a variety of heartfelt and impactful messages for your church or event, including:
Signature Speech: My Way Back – A step by step recount of Jimmy Thrasher’s journey through the grieving process after a tragic loss.
Signature Speech: More to Say – Jimmy Thrasher shares his testimony on the new purpose driven life God has given him after tragic loss.
Other Encouraging Messages:
- Walking through the Five-Step Grieving Process as a Christian
- Overcoming Depression
- Breaking Free from Isolation
- Conquering Social Anxiety
- Discovering New Purpose, Identity, and Direction
- Opening Your Heart to Meet New People
- Honoring Loved Ones While Embracing a New Chapter
Jimmy’s messages inspire and equip audiences to find peace, healing, and renewed purpose through Christ.
Encourager & Evangelist
Jimmy Thrasher has a natural gift for encouragement, sharing hope and the message of salvation in Christ with authenticity and passion. His ministry always remains focused on Jesus, offering inspiration and life-changing truths wherever he speaks.
For the past 25 years, Jimmy has served as the resident evangelist for Silent Witness, Inc., ministering across a wide range of denominations. Integrating music and performing arts into his early sermons, he witnessed many respond to altar calls for prayer. Today, Jimmy’s ministry offerings include:
- Grief and Healing Workshops
- One-on-One Grief Support and Christian Life Coaching
- Inspirational Sermons
Each sermon concludes with the powerful message of salvation through Christ. Jimmy’s preaching is Christ-centered, dynamic, and tailored to bring hope and spiritual renewal. Below are examples of sermon topics he can share with your church:
Signature Speech: He Will Meet You There – Jimmy Thrasher shares a mountaintop experience he had with God while lost in a forest.
Other Encouraging Messages:
- The Salvation Plan
- The Power to Forgive
- The Power of Faith
- Obedience Brings Blessing
- Faith, Hope, & Love
Whether through workshops, coaching, or sermons, Jimmy’s heart for ministry is evident, helping others find healing, purpose, and a deeper connection with God.
Inspirational & Motivational
Jimmy Thrasher’s journey of triumph over severe bullying in school has become a cornerstone of his ministry. Through his personal testimony, Jimmy illustrates how God transformed his pain into purpose, inspiring others to see themselves in a new light and embrace the opportunities God places before them.
Jimmy connects deeply with people by meeting them where they are, acknowledging the hurt and setbacks they face, and sharing biblical stories of individuals who overcame impossible obstacles through God’s intervention. He weaves these stories with his own experiences, illustrating how God’s transformative power can work in the lives of his listeners today.
Below are examples of sermons Jimmy can deliver at your church or event:
Signature Speech: Purpose, Identity, and Direction – The true story of how God led Jimmy Thrasher to his new purpose, identity, and direction after a tragic loss.
Other Encouraging Messages:
- God Has Created You to Do Great Things
- God Has a Plan for Your Life
- The Power of Faith
- Discover Your Box
- One Step Away
Jimmy’s message is one of hope, faith, and the assurance that God can turn any struggle into a story of victory.
Grief & Healing: Group Workshops
Jimmy and Melissa Thrasher offer compassionate and insightful support for those navigating the grieving process. Through Group Workshop Sessions and private one-on-one Grief Support or Christian Life Coaching, they provide opportunities for participants to explore personalized and meaningful questions about loss, healing, and moving forward in faith.
The workshops are structured into two impactful sessions:
Morning Session:
- A spiritual exploration of the Five-Step Grieving Process—bargaining, denial, depression, anger, and acceptance.
- Biblical insights and life-giving Scriptures are shared to help participants find strength and encouragement.
- Jimmy shares his personal testimony, offering a relatable and faith-filled perspective on how God carried him through grief to ultimate healing and renewal.
- Open Q&A allows participants to delve deeper into each phase of grief and seek clarity on their own journeys.
Afternoon Session:
- A focus on rediscovering Purpose, Identity, and Direction after a catastrophic loss.
- Jimmy provides biblical teachings on how embracing these three elements is essential to moving forward and building a new life in Christ.
- Jimmy shares his testimony of how God revealed his new purpose, identity, and direction, leading him to a life filled with hope and fulfillment.
Melissa Thrasher’s Role:
Melissa introduces Jimmy, supports female attendees with personalized insights, and offers prayerful encouragement.
Closing Time of Prayer
The workshop concludes with a heartfelt prayer session where attendees are invited to receive prayer for their unique needs and healing.
These workshops are an opportunity for deep spiritual growth and the beginning of a transformative journey toward hope, healing, and a new chapter of life in Christ.
1-on-1 Support
Jimmy and Melissa Thrasher offer personalized Grief Support and Christian Life Coaching Sessions to provide guidance, encouragement, and biblical wisdom. These private sessions create a safe space for individuals to ask questions about their grieving process or seek insight into living a God-centered, fulfilling life.
What to Expect
- A Biblical Approach: Jimmy and Melissa respond to each question with life-giving truths from God’s Word, offering spiritual clarity and encouragement.
- Personal Testimonies: Drawing from their own experiences of overcoming grief and receiving breakthroughs in their lives, Jimmy and Melissa provide relatable, faith-based insights.
- Practical Wisdom: The Thrashers share lessons God has taught them for navigating life’s challenges and discovering daily purpose.
Prayerful Support
Each session concludes with a heartfelt prayer tailored to the individual’s needs, bringing the session to a spirit-filled and hopeful close.
Jimmy and Melissa are committed to walking alongside you in your journey toward healing, growth, and living an excellent life for God.
Packages
Speaking, Teaching, Grief Support, and Christian Life Coaching Packages
Jimmy and Melissa Thrasher offer a variety of ministry packages tailored to meet the unique needs of your Church, Conference, or Event. Whether you’re looking for Speaking Engagements, Teaching Sessions, Grief Support Workshops, or Christian Life Coaching, you can choose from the options below or customize a package that best suits your needs.
Customizable Offerings
- Select one, two, or all three offerings to create a personalized package.
- Combine elements to address the specific focus of your event or congregation.
Booking Made Easy
- Use the Book Now option to email your specific request, including preferred dates and details.
- Jimmy or Melissa will follow up to discuss pricing, travel arrangements, and finalize the booking.
We look forward to connecting with you and delivering meaningful ministry for your audience. Let’s create a memorable and impactful experience together!
Workshop-Only
Jimmy Thrasher to facilitate several available topics at your Church, Conference, or Event
Private Sessions
Jimmy and Melissa Thrasher to come and hold up to seven 1-on-1 private sessions for attendees
All-Inclusive
Jimmy and Melissa Thrasher come and present a 3-day event that includes a Friday PM workshop, Saturday AM-PM 1-on-1 sessions, and Sunday AM keynote message.