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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.

“If a couple gets pregnant before marriage do they have to get married?”

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Sex before marriage has become so commonplace in our society, even to the point of being expected, that many professing Christians don’t even consider it to be a sin. Our culture assumes that people do not possess the amount of … Continue reading →

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “The Haircut”

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

The Haircut A young boy had just gotten his driving permit. He asked his father, who was a minister, if they could discuss the use of the car. His father took him to his study and said to him, “I’ll … Continue reading →

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“Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?”

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, non-profit organization, Baptist Voice Ministries is not allowed to endorse political parties or candidates. We can, however, speak for or against certain political issues. In all actuality, though, few political issues are truly spiritual issues. As … Continue reading →

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Welcome To Inspirations!”

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Welcome To Inspirations! Some people are kind, polite and sweet-spirited, until you try to get into their church pew. George Goldtrap, Madison, Tennessee The good Lord didn’t create anything without a purpose, but the fly comes close. Mark Twain Many … Continue reading →

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“What does the ‘husband of one wife’ phrase in 1 Timothy 3:2 mean? Can a divorced man serve as a pastor, elder, or deacon?”

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

There are at least three possible interpretations of the phrase “husband of one wife” in 1 Timothy 3:2 1) It could simply be saying that a polygamist is not qualified to be an elder, a deacon or a pastor. This … Continue reading →

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “The Greek Priest”

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

The Greek Priest A Greek priest is driving down to New York to see a show, and he’s stopped in Connecticut for speeding. The state trooper smells alcohol on his breath, sees an empty wine bottle on the floor, and … Continue reading →

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“Is it wrong for a married couple to have sex just for pleasure?”

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Almost an entire book in the Old Testament is dedicated to the subject of passion and sex for pleasure. Song of Solomon is so detailed in its intention of sexual pleasure in marriage that allegories were used to tone it … Continue reading →

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Childrens Notes To God”

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Children’s Notes to God A nun asked her class to write notes to God. Here are some of the notes the children handed in. Dear God: I didn’t think orange went with purple until I saw the sunset You made … Continue reading →

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“What does the Bible say about permanent forms of birth control, i.e. a tubal ligation or vasectomy?”

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Birth control can be a controversial subject among Christians because the Bible does not clearly condone or condemn its use. Neither does it address permanent forms of birth control such as tubal ligation or vasectomy as these procedures were unknown … Continue reading →

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“Why do Christians worship on Sunday?”

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Most Christians traditionally worship on Sunday. Sunday worship is partly attributed to Sabbatarianism, the view that one day of the week should be reserved for religious observance and worship, as required by Old Testament laws regarding the Sabbath (Exodus 20:8, … Continue reading →

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