Ronnie Smith was raised in a Godly home and ministry has always been a part of his life. His parents have planted and started churches across the United States. Pastor Ronnie has preached across the Country and overseas. His straight-forward, powerful message challenges the hearts of all who hear.
Pastor Ronnie was born in Hamilton, Ohio in 1974. Moved to Kentucky in 1984 and graduated from Laurel County High School in 1992. However, he went to grade-school, middle school and most of his high school in Whitley County where he played basketball. Pastor Ronnie went on to Graduate from Emmanuel Baptist University in 1998 with his B.A. in Christian Education and His Masters in Theology.
Leanna grew up in Louisa, Kentucky (Lawrence County). She credits her strong faith from wisdom passed down from her grandmother & mother, and she values her parents, who raised her in church and to serve others. She has her own Ladies only Bible Study and is the backbone of Restoration Church.
Ronnie and Leanna Smith were married in February 2011. This blended family loves the Lord and the opportunity to work as a family to reach the community. The Smith's have 8 kids: Ryan, Karlie, Meghann, Nathan, Lauren, Daniel, Conner and Makayla. And 3 grandsons, Judah, Parker, & Zech.