Our Story

On July 16, 2003, under the divine direction of the Holy Spirit, Reverend Jimmy McRae established what is now Greater Destiny International Ministries, Inc. With approximately twenty adults and their children, the ministry began as a vision that seemed small to some but was vast in the eyes of those destined to witness God’s promise unfold.

Without a permanent facility for worship, God continually opened doors, proving His faithfulness to His people. What started in a local daycare center soon transitioned to a duplex. As the ministry flourished, both sides of the duplex were acquired, marking just the beginning of God’s unfolding plan.

As time passed and growth continued, Pastor McRae’s vision turned toward securing a permanent place of worship. In December 2005, that vision became a reality. With phase one of our present facility nearing completion, Greater Destiny held its first services in a building it could finally call home—613 East Baker Highway. In April 2006, Pastor McRae transitioned to Overseer, appointing Assistant Pastor Rueben Speight to lead the ministry forward.

Under Pastor Speight’s leadership, the ministry embraced a bold vision during a challenging economic period. Stepping out in faith, we began constructing a new worship facility at 580 South McDonald. This building stands today as a testament to God’s unwavering goodness. On March 8, 2020, nearly a decade after its initial construction, we celebrated a historic moment—our Mortgage Burning service—rejoicing in the full payoff of our church building.
In 2023, we boldly declared that God would achieve BIG, MEGA, HUGE, LARGE, AND GRANDE things in our lives—and He did just that. That year, God blessed us once again, making GDIM entirely debt-free with our 23-acre land paid off in full!

Affectionately known as GDIM, our ministry has experienced exponential growth while remaining a place of refuge, faith, and purpose for members and covenant partners. As we honor the legacy of our founders, we continue to strive for excellence in the body of Christ, carrying the vision forward. The history of Greater Destiny is still being written, and we invite you to be a part of it as we pursue GREATER in Him!