Originally hailing from the hidden gem of Greenville, South Carolina, Russ now resides in Columbus, Ohio. There he leads, pastors, teaches, and writes.

Russ has devoted nearly a lifetime to crafting words, knowing God, and creating culture. An obsessive learner with a zest for life, his passion and vulnerability spill onto every page and every stage.

His verbal and written communication is marked by authenticity, humor, insight and zeal.

In his first book, Hope For The Wilderness, he took readers on an empowering, healing journey through the wilderness - his own personal treks, along with that of the children of Israel - all the way to the promised land that awaits each of us. The ones marked with meaning, peace, and fullness of life.

In his newest release, How To Be Confident, he creates a powerful and holistic guide to deliver us from insecurity, build healthy identity, and equip us with practical tools to walk whole, confident and free.