Dr. David L. Lane of Dallas, Texas is an acclaimed communicator, author, and visionary leader in both ministry and mental health. Honored by Sermon Central as the 2015 national recipient of the “Deep Preaching” award, he made history as the first African American minister of any denomination to earn this prestigious distinction—and remains the only such figure within the Churches of Christ.

As CEO of Ja-Kem Consorts and the Leadership Institute, Dr. Lane is widely recognized as a pioneer of Therapeutic Preaching, blending spiritual insight with psychological care to transform lives. His groundbreaking book, Looking Up Without Giving Up, is a cornerstone textbook in therapeutic preaching and is studied in colleges and seminaries nationwide.

Dr. Lane is also the author of Low Motives in High Places and All Stressed Up and No Place to Go—both available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. His influential body of work, Powerful Preaching to People With Problems, is taught in academic institutions across the country.

Known for his commanding oratorical presence and deep empathy, Dr. Lane has earned the title “The Golden Voice of the Southwest”—a name that reflects both his gifted articulation and his heart for those in crisis. At CCRC, he provides mentorship, leadership strategy, and spiritual perspective that guide both individuals and organizations toward sustainable growth and healing.