The Amarillo Pulpit

From Amarillo’s wind, a journey began,
To Eastside’s embrace, by a skillful man.
Crafted for beauty, with hands that were true,
Who shared a dark cell, in the Caribbean hue.

A bond forged in trials, a history so deep,
Now shaped from wood, no secrets to keep.
To hide the man, to show God’s grace,
He personally brought it, to this fixed place.

No mere timber, by comfort defined,
A sacred desk, for body and mind.
My Bible has rested, upon its broad shelf,
A source of deep solace, a help to myself.

Through seasons of sermons, and long years of prayer,
It holds the Divine’s Book, a treasure to share.
And when weakness assails, strength takes light,
This pulpit has stood before me, through every fight

A steadfast companion, of oak and of pine,
A beacon of truth, in this life of mine.
Thank you, dear brother, for this gift you have made,
A pillar of strength, where my burdens are laid.

Paul Thompson
02.23.2026 (The 13th year of the Amarillo Pulpit)

In February of 2013, Jim Allen delivered what I now call “The Amarillo Pulpit“. The pictures reveal some history of Eastside Baptist Church as well.

The first sermon preached behind the Amarillo Pulpit. (Who is that kid behind the pulpit?)