David Platt

David Platt
David Platt serves as a Lead Pastor for McLean Bible Church. He is also the Founder of Radical, an organization that makes Jesus known among the nations.
David received his B.A. from the University of Georgia and M.Div., Th.M., and Ph.D. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Some of his published works include Radical, Radical Together, Follow Me, Counter Culture, Something Needs to Change, Don’t Hold Back, and How to Read the Bible.
He lives in the Washington, D.C. metro area with his wife and children.
Latest By David
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God’s Household (Ezra 6:7)
In this episode of Pray the Word on Ezra 6:7, David Platt challenges us to love, serve, and build up every follower of Jesus as temples of his Holy Spirit.
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Persevere in Faith (Ezra 4:4–6)
In this episode of Pray the Word on Ezra 4:4–6, David Platt urges us to endure in faith amid discouragement or fear.
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Sincere Worship (Ezra 3:11–13)
In this episode of Pray the Word on Ezra 3:11–13, David Platt encourages us to present ourselves sincerely before the Lord.


