"I've known Devin for I don't know how many years. He would be an asset in any situation I can imagine. I don't know how many years I have known him.
Probably back into the 1990s. He is a terrific preacher."

"Pastor Strong is incredibly professional and down to earth!"

"Devin is one of the finest Pastors I have ever known. I highly endorse him without any reservations! "

"Devin led us in forming a brand new ELCA congregation over 20 years ago and we are still going strong thanks to his leadership. When he left to further the Kingdom of God in another state we were able to not only survive, but we thrived as a congregation because of his skills in training our congregation to be leaders. His ability to preach the Gospel and relate it to our current lives is remarkable. He is definitely a phenomenal preacher and a great human being!"

"Devin is a caring but strong leader. He has a heart for people and love to teach others . He is very motivated and task driven. "

"Devin is a thoughtful and hardworking pastor. It was an honor to work with him."

"Devin is an excellent pastor and servant of the Word. I remember Devin very fondly as I served with him briefly. "

"Devin is bright, capable, articulate and has a profound understanding of what it means to be human which makes him a compelling and passionate speaker and someone deeply gifted at helping others. "

"Devin was an active and uplifting Pastor for Messiah Lutheran Church during a period of change. He is committed to his service as a Pastor and was fully engaged with our congregation during his tenure with Messiah."

"Dynamic preaching, loving and caring. "

"Devin is an excellent Pastor, a thoughtful theologian and a Living Lutheran, focusing his ministry on those in need. His spiritual depth and curiosity keep him agile in these days of political angst, and deteriorating communication among those who call themselves Christians. "

"1 Thessalonians 5:12-13: "Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work." Thank you Pastor Devin for your love, your guidance and even your amonishments! Bless you brother!"

"Devin is a strong man of faith and an outstanding leader. When he takes on a task you know it will be given his all. "