Author Archives: John Harris
In view of a call: Leadership and martyrdom in the Midwest
Tragedy and a pastor’s death shock a congregation in the Illinois farmlands. By John Harris (Church Executive Magazine, Aug. 1, 2010) Pastor Fred Winters was shot by an intruder into the services nearly 18 months ago at First Baptist Church in … but wait… there’s more (click here)
Jesus taught in parables
One of the more notable of Jesus’ teaching style was that he taught in parables. They are really beautiful word pictures that stick with us. We all know about the sower who throws out seeds, the shepherd who leaves the … but wait… there’s more (click here)
The Worst Day of My Life (so far)
Don’t worry, there’s a happy ending to this one, however, I’ve never been that scared. I can remember the day when my parents told me my mom had cancer, and when the cancer came back and she had to go … but wait… there’s more (click here)
Are You The Alpha Dog?
Every organization has someone at the top, even if you’re governed by a “board” there is a chairman of the board. Even if not by title, there is someone who is the “Alpha Dog” who, either by force or simply … but wait… there’s more (click here)
Figurative Language (20-22)
Here is our final three types of figurative language. (20) Parable: to translate this literally, it means to lay one thing beside another. It’s an extended smilie. Jesus frequently taught this way. It’s a story that has parallels to real … but wait… there’s more (click here)
