“It is rare that we have the privilege of experiencing a leader who is both talented and knowledgeable, yet also possesses a contagious passion for his calling … Ken Hartley is such a man.  As Worship Leader for the great Central Baptist Church in Hixson, TN, Ken’s gifts go way beyond just leading into God’s throne in praise.  He is an incredible teacher, singer and illusionist.  I will bring him back to Liberty University and Thomas Road Baptist Church every chance I get!”

Charles Billingsley

“It’s 48 hours after the event you did with our youth leaders and my mouth is still open in AWE of what you did for Bellevue.  The reoccurring questions/comments that I get from those who attended the event were “HOW DID HE DO THAT? … HE WAS INCREDIBLE … and WHEN CAN WE HAVE HIM BACK?!!”

 Ken, beyond the fabulous entertainment you ministered to me and our staff by blessing our lay leaders.  You encouraged them, challenged them and ministered to them beyond what they would ever expect at a program featuring an illusionist.  I do stand in AWE of your talent but I walked away more so with how big your heart is and how much you love the Lord.  We will have you back and I have become one of your biggest fans.”

Phil Newberry

Student Pastor

Bellevue Baptist Church

“Ken Hartley is a master in two worlds- the spiritual and the mystical.  He has perfected many mind-bending tricks that cause audiences to wonder and marvel. Ken has a compelling personality that  immediately connects with all kinds of people. He is committed to excellence in all that he does.

Ken’s passion is to communicate the love of God through Christ, and the Lord has blessed him with a special ability to do this through illusions. He has a unique gift to trick the senses and to explain how God has made so many mysteries known to us. He is thoroughly immersed in the truths of the Bible and has mastered the art of illusions- making him the perfect person to enable spiritual truths to come alive through the mystical talents of illusions!

 Ken will share the Gospel message of Christ in a unique and powerful way in any setting. He uses illusions to disarm misconceptions about both “magic” and Christianity. Your group will be blessed by the creative communications of Christian illusionist: Ken Hartley.”

Joe Sanders

The Sanctuary

“I’ve known Ken Hartley since he was a student at Union University.  I’ve had the opportunity to watch God raise him up as a worship leader in some of the largest churches in the Southern Baptist Convention.  But more importantly, Ken has a passion for worship that whether in a small group or a large gathering, he loves to usher people in through worship into the presence of God.

So often times we hear ‘what a great service’.  Under Ken’s leadership, my experience has been ‘what a great Saviour’. 

Ken never tries to impress with all the tools God has given him, although his illusions will blow your mind.  He has a servant’s heart, sweet spirit and treats everyone the same.  One well known pastor said to me about Ken, ‘He’s the same Monday morning as he was all day Sunday’.  What a great statement about his consistency!  I would be honored at any time to recommend Ken Hartley, personally, professionally and most important, as a man after God’s own heart.”

Kelly Green

“More than anything Ken used his gifts to point people to Jesus Christ. The show had people laughing, amazed, and welling up with tears. But throughout the program, Ken gripped people with biblical truths, as he interjected the Bible’s teachings at appropriate points in the presentation. His illusion show was well worth the investment! People left challenged in their walk with Christ. 

Like William Booth’s Salvation Army Band of the early 1900′s, Ken’s illusion show uses unique and entertaining tools to lead people to Jesus Christ!”

Ken Williams

Senior Pastor

West Cobb Baptist Church

“It has been my privilege to call Ken Hartley my pastor, my friend, and my mentor over the past five years.  Ken is a true man of God and everything he does, whether on the platform at church or in his day-to-day life, reflects time well spent with his Heavenly Father.   Ken is not only an incredible worship leader but he is also an incredible teacher.  Whether you are talking to Ken one-on-one, listening to his devotions at choir practice, to a sermon he is preaching, or watching his illusion show, everything he believes and does is firmly supported by the scriptures.  He never just gives his opinion.  Whenever I walk into his church there is an excitement in the air because you know that this servant of God is there to usher in the Spirit and the Spirit always comes.   Don’t let his age fool you, Ken is wise beyond his years and has a genuine anointing on his life.   I would highly recommend Ken Hartley to be a part of any ministry, not only would he edify and encourage your church body but would first and more foremost lead you into the presence of God.”

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“I wanted to thank you for the great evening we had at our Upwards Banquet. The message of “Seeing is NOT Believing,” was so applicable through your illusionist skills and talent. The way you incorporated the gospel through that medium was awesome. I appreciate your sweet spirit and love for the Lord. I’ve never seen our children and adults so “locked in to a speaker”.

There were 27 children and 5 adults that prayed to receive Christ that night. 7 people rededicated their lives to the Lord and 4 more people wanted more information about the Lord and our church! Only eternity will tell all that God did that night through your willing spirit. Thank you so much.”

Cal Hampton

“Following our annual Worship Ministry Banquet, I was so delighted to learn that God used Ken and his powerful presentation to impact the lives of several of the wait staff who were “believers” in television psychics.  God truly uses Ken!  If you are seeking a creative and innovative way to bless your congregation as well as reach out to the unchurched and unsaved in your community then prayerfully consider the anointed ministry of Ken Hartley.”

John Griffin

Associate Pastor

First Baptist Church

“I have had several opportunities to host Ken Hartley and his illusion shows and have always found him funny, entertaining, and his illusions left many of us speechless.  But although his presentations are terrific, they are based on Ken’s commitment to Christ, which is very refreshing.”

Jim VanMatre

Minister of Music

Dauphin Way Baptist Church

“The music, illusions, and message were stunning!”

Duncan Locke

Senior Pastor

Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church

“We so loved having you at our Fall Choir and Orchestra Banquet.  You did a great job, just what I wanted, at mixing in entertainment and biblical instruction.  Our folks loved it, too.  They were amazed and astonished.  Everyone enjoyed the evening and you and your sweet daughter were the biggest part of our successful banquet.  I’ll look forward to having you back again another time.”

God Bless you and yours,

Rob Flint

McGregor Baptist Church

“WONDERFUL! AWESOME! And, of course, HOW DID HE DO THAT?!         

“Those are just a few of the words I keep hearing from my choir about your performance at our banquet last week.  It was a great time of entertainment, as well as ministry, as you exposed the lies of the devil and brought glory to God!  You really helped us get our new ministry year off to an exciting start, Thanks!”

John H Williams

Music Pastor

Hebron Baptist Church

“What a joy it was to have you sing and lead worship for our Evengelism Conference.  The Lord used you in a mighty way and we have had numerous people give us positive comments about your part of our program.

Please know that we continue to pray for you and your ministry.  We are very thankful for you and are grateful for the wonderful things that God is doing in your life.  You are gifted with a tremendous amount of talent and we feel blessed to have had you use that talent at our program.

I look forward to a long time friendship with you and can’t wait till the next time we are together.”

Doug Hutcheson

Evangelism Director

“Ken did a great job at our staff retreat.  We enjoyed the audience participation and were amazed by his skill!”

Bryant Wright

Senior Pastor

“Ken’s winsome personality and commitment to excellence makes him easy to work with and I look forward to our next opportunity to work together.”

Jim Kinney

Vice-President

Walk Through the Bible Ministries