Pastor | Producer | Penman

Dr. D.L. Gilbert, affectionately known as the “MusicPreacher,” is a pastor, award-nominated music producer, accomplished author, and Kingdom leader whose life's work is devoted to "preaching God's Word, producing God's music, and preparing God's people." With decades of experience spanning pastoral ministry, Gospel music, theological education, and Christian publishing, he has dedicated his life to empowering individuals to discover their God-given purpose and boldly walk in their destiny.

As a Pastor and Kingdom Leader, Dr. D.L. Gilbert carries a passion for Biblical teaching, spiritual development, and equipping Believers for effective Kingdom service. Called to ministry at a young age, he received his ministerial licensure at 19 and pastoral ordination by 28. A Bible college-educated, theologically trained minister holding a Ph.D. in Theology, he serves as the Founder and Presiding Bishop of New Revelation Global Church, headquartered in Central Florida. Through prophetic preaching, apostolic teaching, discipleship, and leadership development, his ministry reaches local and global audiences, emphasizing the life-transforming power of God's Word and the importance of fulfilling one's divine assignment.

As a Music Producer and Gospel Artist, Dr. D.L. Gilbert has spent decades cultivating a distinctive sound that blends Contemporary Urban Gospel, R&B, funk, soul, and contemporary praise and worship. From his early beginnings as a musician, choir director, and minister of music, he has remained committed to producing music that is both spiritually impactful and musically excellent. As a gifted songwriter and award-nominated producer, he creates soul-stirring melodies, Scripture-driven lyrics, and uplifting musical experiences that inspire worship, healing, and spiritual transformation. His passion for music ministry led to the establishment of DLG Records, an independent Gospel label dedicated to producing music that uplifts, empowers, and glorifies God.

As an Author and Christian Educator, Dr. D.L. Gilbert is committed to extending the reach of his ministry through the written word. His literary and educational works combine Biblical principles, practical wisdom, and inspirational storytelling to help readers deepen their faith, develop their leadership potential, and embrace their God-given purpose. Through books, teaching resources, and specialized leadership-training materials – including his Before You Ordain: Train! curriculum – he seeks to equip current and emerging generations with the spiritual understanding and practical tools necessary to live purposefully and serve effectively in the Kingdom of God.

Across each of these expressions of his calling, Dr. D.L. Gilbert remains committed to a singular Kingdom vision: transforming lives through the power of God's Word, the ministry of music, and the impact of Christian literature. Whether standing behind the pulpit, working in the recording studio, or communicating Biblical truth through the pages of his books, his mission is to inspire, equip, and empower people to become everything God has destined them to be.