Steven Furtick is an American pastor, author, and speaker, best known as the founder and lead pastor of Elevation Church, which is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He started the church in 2006, and it has since grown to become one of the largest congregations in the United States, known for its contemporary worship style and engaging sermons. In addition to his pastoral work, Furtick has written several books, including Crash the Chatterbox and Unqualified. He is also known for his online presence, with a significant following on social media platforms, where he shares inspirational messages and teachings.