Allen Nelson

Pastor Allen S. Nelson IV has been serving as one of the Elders of Providence Baptist Church since June 2016. He is a 2004 graduate of Perryville High School, has a B.A. in History from Arkansas Tech University, and holds a Master of Divinity from Grace Bible Theological Seminary.

Allen, commonly referred to as ‘Cuatro’ in his hometown (just ask him about it!), has a heart for the people of Perry County and to see them come to know the God of the Bible in Christ, becoming disciples of Jesus who make more disciples of Jesus.

In his spare time, Allen enjoys spending time with his wife Stephanie, sons Bradyn, Caleb, and Haddon, daughters Ella and Piper, and Margie, and reading, studying, sports (watching, coaching, playing), and outdoor activities. He writes periodically about life, Jesus, the gospel, and other various topics at ThingsAbove.Us.

Allen is also the author of From Death to Life: How Salvation Works (2018, Free Grace Press), Before the Throne: Reflections on God’s Holiness (2019), A Change of Heart: Understanding Regeneration and Why it Matters (2023), and The Gospel According to Christmas (2025).