Author Archives: John Harris

About John Harris

I don't know half of you half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve.

Ishbosheth

Posted on 09/30/2010 by John Harris

He was one of King Saul’s younger sons and was made king over Israel by Abner. His name was Eshbaal, which means “the Lord’s man” after Saul left the picture his name was changed to Ishbosheth (2 Sam. 2:8 with … Continue reading →

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Retired and Loving it

Posted on 09/23/2010 by John Harris

Have you ever heard someone say “I’m retired and loving it?” And they might even say that in the context of not seeing you much at church? Do they mean that because they now go on so many mission trips … Continue reading →

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Progressive Revelation

Posted on 09/07/2010 by John Harris

Having finished with 22 “figures of speech” in my June 30 blog entry, now we turn to the concept of “Progressive Revelation.” Just remember, when it comes to the Bible, it was written in the common style of its day … Continue reading →

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Alone

Posted on 08/26/2010 by John Harris

It is easy to feel alone. I spent several years working as a Single Adult Pastor in North Texas, and my father was the Associate Pastor of Singles & Evangelism at the church I grew up at for over 15 … Continue reading →

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It’s Greek To Me

Posted on 08/25/2010 by John Harris

Tonight is the second week of our Beginning Biblical Greek class @FBMaryville as a part of our Life University. I was really surprised to have 39 people! (we’ve added a couple more). It began with 2 or 3 people asking … Continue reading →

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