Category Archives: Blog

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Taming the Wild

Posted on 08/12/2010 by John Harris

Yesterday I went home and could put off tending to my yard no longer. Our “trimmer” (which I use with a blade edger attachment) kicked the bucket a few weeks ago. I’m not sure what did it, maybe my “modifications” … Continue reading →

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Leadership and Martyrdom in the MidWest

Posted on 08/11/2010 by John Harris

Beth, Reagan, and Myself came to FB Maryville on March 8, 2009. This was the tragic day that Pastor Fred Winters was shot and killed while he preached the gospel during the 8:15AM service. It was a scary experience, but … Continue reading →

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In view of a call: Leadership and martyrdom in the Midwest

Posted on 08/01/2010 by John Harris

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 … Continue reading →

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Jesus taught in parables

Posted on 07/29/2010 by John Harris

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 … Continue reading →

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The Worst Day of My Life (so far)

Posted on 07/17/2010 by John Harris

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 … Continue reading →

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