The Memorial
One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex was staring up
at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The
plaque was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on
either side of it.
The seven-year old had been staring at the plaque for some time,
so the pastor walked up, stood beside the boy, and said quietly,
“Good morning Alex.” “Good morning pastor,” replied the young man,
still focused on the plaque.
“Pastor McGhee, what is this?” Alex asked. “Well, son, it’s a
memorial to all the young men and women who died in the service.”
Soberly, they stood together, staring at the large plaque. Little Alex’s
voice was barely audible when he asked, “Which service, the 9:00
o’clock or the 11:00 o’clock?”
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About Dr. Mike Harmon
Dr. Harmon began preaching at the age of 15 while living in southern California. He has conducted over 600 revivals and evangelistic campaigns nationwide, and has served as Senior Pastor at seven churches. Dr. Harmon has degrees from Central Baptist College, the University of Central Arkansas, and a Ph.D. From the Christian Bible College and Seminary.
He has served as trustee for Southeastern Baptist College and Chairman of the trustees for the BMA Theological Seminary. He also served as Chaplain for the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the Arkansas State Police and the Arkansas State Senate. His many sermons and articles on Christian Apologetics are widely published.
He is married to one wife of 43 years; has two sons, and seven grandchildren. He considers the simple pleasures of cooking, dining with family and friends, and liesurely rides on his Harley through the Texas Hill Country to be some of the most enjoyable blessings from the Lord.
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