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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.

GRIN AND SHARE IT: “How to Get the Police to Respond Really Quickly”


Did you hear about the guy who called the police because he saw some people stealing things out of the shed in his back yard? The police asked him if they were in his house and he said, “No.” Then … Continue reading

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“What does the Bible say about lawsuits/suing?”


The apostle Paul instructed the Corinthian believers to not go to court against one another (1 Corinthians 6:1-8). For Christians not to forgive each other and reconcile their own differences is to demonstrate spiritual defeat. Why would someone want to … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Prayers for Safety”


Prayers for Safety A nearsighted minister glanced at the note that Mrs. Jones had sent to him by an usher. The note read: “Bill Jones having gone to sea, his wife desires the prayers of the congregation for his safety.” … Continue reading

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“What signs indicate that the end times are approaching?”


Matthew 24:5-8 gives us some important clues so we can discern the approach of the end times, “For many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. You will hear of wars and rumors … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Did You Hear About When Sarah…”


Did You Hear About When Sarah…. Two Sarahs were in a parking lot trying to unlock the door of their Mercedes with a coat hanger. They tried and tried to get the door open, but they couldn’t. The Sarah with … Continue reading

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“Do mentally ill people go to heaven?”


The Bible does not specifically say whether or not mentally ill people go to heaven. However, there is some biblical evidence that anyone who is not able to make a decision for salvation is covered by Christ’s death. This is … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “What You Do Not Want To Hear From Surgery”


Things You Don’t Want to Hear During Surgery Bo! Bo! Come back with that! Bad Dog! * Better save that. We’ll need it for the autopsy. * Wait a minute, if this is his spleen, then what’s that? * Hand … Continue reading

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“Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as ‘father’ (Matthew 23:9)?”


It would be confusing for God to give the fifth commandment in Exodus 20:12: “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you” and then later in … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Come Forward”


A minister was planning a wedding at the close of the Sunday morning service. After the benediction he had planned to call the couple down to be married for a brief ceremony before the congregation. For the life of him, … Continue reading

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“What does the Bible say about torture?”


Torture can be defined as “the infliction of intense pain to punish, to coerce, or to derive sadistic pleasure.” Of course, sadism is never appropriate or just, but what about punishment or coercion? Is there ever a time when inflicting … Continue reading

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