Mike gave his heart to the Lord when he was 12 years old, at First Baptist Church, Petersburg, Texas.  Mike was called to be a pastor in 1966, while he was a freshman in college at Oklahoma Baptist University.

In 1967, Mike married his best friend and life-long partner, Kathy, who went to be with the Lord in 2012. Mike and Kathy were blessed with six wonderful children (One who immediately went to be with the Lord).

Mike joined 40th Street Baptist Church in 2019 and was given the privilege of taking the roll as an Elder of the church in 2020, where He continues to serve in whatever capacity is needed. Mike gives all thanks and praise to His risen Lord.