06/03/2026
It is with great excitement and distinguished honor that we welcome Apostle Michele Ashby to the faculty of the J.B. Lewis Seminary and Biblical Institute.
A native of Donaldsonville, Apostle Ashby brings a wealth of leadership, ministry experience, and academic achievement to our institution. After faithfully serving her country for 28 years in the military, she returned to Louisiana in 2021, continuing her lifelong commitment to service and leadership.
For more than two decades, Apostle Ashby has labored faithfully in ministry, serving in various capacities including Youth Pastor, Armor Bearer, Prophetess, and now Apostle in the Kingdom of God. Much of her ministry experience was cultivated in Phoenix, where she served under influential men and women of God, receiving valuable training and impartation that continues to shape her ministry today.
A lifelong learner and educator, Apostle Ashby is a graduate of two ministry training institutes, holds a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University, earned a Doctorate in Divinity from Heart Bible International, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Christian Counseling.
Do you have a desire to deepen your understanding of ministry, spiritual leadership, and theology? You’re looking at one of your instructors. Apostle Ashby combines academic excellence with practical ministry experience, equipping students to effectively serve, lead, and minister in today’s world.
She is the founder and visionary of Speak Life Global Ministry, a ministry dedicated to restoring hope and breathing life into individuals who believe their dreams, purpose, or circumstances have come to an end. Through prayer, fasting, biblical teaching, and spiritual warfare training, she empowers men and women to achieve victory both spiritually and naturally.
Her ministry’s influence extends beyond the United States, with ministry partners in Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Las Vegas, and Phoenix, with continued expansion on the horizon.
As she joins our instructional team, we are confident that her wisdom, global ministry perspective, spiritual insight, and passion for developing leaders will greatly enrich the lives of our students. Her commitment to excellence in ministry and education aligns perfectly with our mission to equip leaders who will impact churches, communities, and nations for the glory of God.
Please join us in warmly welcoming Apostle Michele Ashby to the J.B. Lewis Seminary and Biblical Institute family. We look forward to the tremendous impact her teaching, mentorship, and leadership will have on those called to serve in the Kingdom.
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