He has learned from his mistakes.
After being dismissed from NewSpring Church in South Carolina due to struggles with alcohol abuse and regrettable decisions, Perry Noble finds himself humbly grateful for a second chance in the megachurch sphere. His reentry comes through the launch of Second Chance Church’s Greenville campus, a development he once thought improbable.
Reflecting on Facebook, Noble admitted that after his termination in 2016, the notion of returning to pastoral duties seemed implausible. Initially hesitant about opening another campus, especially in Greenville, his uncertainties were compounded by doubts about anyone showing up when they first inaugurated their initial location—an establishment humorously referred to as ‘the liquor store’ for those in the know.
Following the relocation of Second Chance Church to Anderson in 2018, Noble resigned himself, deeming it a satisfying conclusion. However, an unrelenting spiritual nudging persisted. He felt compelled by a higher calling—the transformative power inherent in the local church to effect substantial change in the world.
Driven by reminders of the Great Commission and a profound sense of purpose, Noble perceived divine intervention in the fruition of the Greenville endeavor. Anticipating both excitement and trepidation in this forthcoming phase, he acknowledged the inevitable skepticism about his qualifications and reminders of his past. Yet, amidst these potential challenges, he found solace in the grace, mercy, and relentless pursuit of God, who never abandoned him during his arduous journey.
However, as inquiries about the progress of the new campus’s endeavors remain unanswered, it’s evident that Second Chance Church is steadily advancing in its mission, though specifics regarding its evolution are yet to be disclosed.
Noble’s tumultuous journey, including his public disclosure about personal struggles and a subsequent divorce, illuminated a stark self-realization. He acknowledged the hypocrisy of preaching community while embracing isolation, succumbing to self-doubt, and relying on alcohol as a coping mechanism. Yet, amidst this darkness, the light of recovery shone through a rehab program, fostering his eventual return to ministry, supported by the guidance of Pastor Steven Furtick from Elevation Church.
Throughout his hiatus, Noble also pursued a consultancy venture, The Growth Company, aimed at aiding churches in their expansion—an endeavor that paralleled his personal growth and eventual return to the pulpit.