Author Archives: John Harris

For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive the things done in the body,according to what he has done, whether good or bad. 2 Corinthians 5:10 There are many motivations in the … Continue reading →

For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries. 1 Corinthians 16:9 Open doors of service may also let in adversaries. Paul had many of both. As Paul wrote to the Corinthians from Ephesus, … Continue reading →

“For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” Luke 14:11 There are two ways to attain high esteem. One is the world’s method: Take every opportunity to promote yourself before others; seize occasions … Continue reading →

See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15–16 These days we are bombarded with opportunities that entice us to invest our time and energy. Each day … Continue reading →

“The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” John 10:10 Jesus warns us to be on guard for … Continue reading →