Description
Step into the pulpit—and the heart—of a beloved voice in Baptist ministry.
From a spirited boy preaching to neighborhood kids to a national leader in the GARBC, Paul Tassell’s life was marked by unwavering conviction, contagious passion, and a singular cry: “Just let me preach!”
This deeply personal biography, written by his son-in-law Nathan O. Osborne III, offers a front-row seat to the life and legacy of a man who shaped generations through his preaching, leadership, and love for people. Follow Tassell’s journey from a prizefighting dream to a pastoral calling, from small-town pulpits to national influence. Along the way, meet the devoted husband, the faithful father, the youth advocate, and the preacher who never lost his fire—even as Parkinson’s disease silenced his voice.
Though Paul Tassell is now with the Lord he served so faithfully, his legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the churches he helped build. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry student, church member, or simply someone who loves stories of faithfulness, this book will challenge and uplift you. You’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for the power of preaching, the beauty of a life surrendered to Christ, and the lasting impact of a servant who simply said yes to God.
Inside, you’ll discover:
- A vivid, behind-the-scenes look at Tassell’s ministry and family life
- Memorable stories of church planting, youth work, and national leadership
- Encouragement for those called to preach or serve in ministry
- A rich portrait of Baptist heritage and GARBC history
- A legacy of faith that continues to inspire new generations
Whether you knew Paul Tassell personally or are meeting him for the first time, this biography will inspire you with its humor, honesty, and heart. It’s more than a life story—it’s a call to faithfulness, courage, and gospel-centered living.
Back Cover
Piercing blue eyes. Alliterated outlines. Great preaching.
If you’ve never heard Paul Norman Tassell preach in person, you’ve really missed something. But you can still meet the man—through the pages of Just Let Me Preach!
First, meet the rambunctious boy who played “preacher” but who knew he was a sinner in need of the Savior. Then meet the teen who wanted to be a prizefighter until he heard God's call to preach.
Become acquainted with the college student who, at the young age of twenty, became a pastor after proclaiming to the congregation, “Don't go home. Just let me preach.” And get to know the young man whose attention is still caught by a blue-eyed redhead named Doris.
Feel the burden for lost souls, for young people, for defending God’s Word, for building up believers: convictions that always characterized Paul Tassell’s ministry, which culminated in fifteen years of leadership as national representative of the GARBC.
Meet the family man and devoted husband behind the dynamic preacher. Feel the heartbeat of the man who was stopped by Parkinson’s disease but who would, if he could, still be preaching for God. He never lost the heart cry of “Just let me preach!”
You’ll be touched, encouraged, and challenged to learn what God has done in the life of this one man.
Author Bio
Nathan O. Osborne III pastors Faith Baptist Church, Winter Haven, Fla. Before moving to Florida, he pastored in Hollisterville, Pa., and taught and coached at Bible Baptist School in Shiremanstown, Pa. Nate, who earned an MA from Liberty Seminary, is married to Jill, daughter of Dr. Paul Tassell, the subject of Nathan's autobiography Just Let Me Preach. The Osbornes have four children.