Michael Joe Harvell is a storyteller, encourager and faith filled wanderer with a heart for helping others experience the goodness of life. Whether it’s through his words, his wisdom or his unwavering kindness, Michael Joe Harvell has a gift for making people feel seen, heard and valued.
Rooted in faith and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life, Michael Joe shares his insights with a mix of country charm, down-to-earth honesty and a touch of humor. His writings inspire others to embrace grace, navigate challenges with faith and find beauty in the everyday moments of life.
With a pastor’s heart and a storyteller’s soul, Michael Joe’s journey is one of encouraging others to live with purpose, love deeply and walk humbly with God. Whether you’re reading his reflections, listening to him speak or sharing a good conversation over a cup of coffee or sweet tea, one thing is certain – you’ll walk away with a little more hope, a little more joy and a reminder that life is a gift worth embracing.
Michael Joe Harvell 
Pastor, Pastor, Pastor!!!! As always, you are moving things and preaching in all the right directions!!!!! A couple weeks ago, I wanted to note in your blog how you were better therapy than any therapist could ever be. (Your hourly rate should be just as billable.) (lol) I would have mentioned it sooner but I was too worried about finding the right words to say or sounding something less than smart. Since you mentioned it in service Wednesday night, I thought I would humor you with the “coincidence” You and God do that to me almost every time you preach! Coincidence, I think not! Pastor, I hear your words, I feel them and I am now learning how to live those words out. Be patient, for you may not see results in your followers as fast as you can preach, however, even you said that to truly change it is from the inside and seen on the outside. Change on the inside is sometimes quiet, intimate and slow. I believe that as you continue to minister to your followers they will show you what you are living and preaching to see! In order to grow out we all need to grow in. As we all become strong we can then help find the weak and bring them home. You continue to touch my heart with his words and grow my faith. My faith grows my trust and in return I am learning the joy of happiness through Jesus Christ. Love in God’s way, Eugenia.
michael joe my name is michael fazio and i have attended you chuch a lot latley and it is a joy hearing you preach. when i walk out the door i feel so much better about my day and it makes me feel so much better about myself and my salvation. Melanie and reggie page are my neighbors and they told me about coming to Northwood. I went one sunday and you came in wearing blue jeans and said that if someone didnt like me wearing them than you can get up and walk out. you preach in a way that i can understand. When i attend your church it makes me feel like i can say that i am a christian and not be ashamed.
Just wanted to thank you for every thing you and and remember
Phil 4:13 i can do all things through Christ that gives me strengh.
thank you
Just wanted to know if you had an E-mail I could reach you at.Thank you Much Love and God Bless
Hope this e-mail gets to you. THANK YOU FOR KEEPING ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.
Great blog…to the point! I love this coment you made…never heard it put this way….
“I am the very blessed husband of an incredible woman and close personal friend”
God bless you!
Thanks – appreciate you taking the time to read!
hey michael joe,
Good too see you this is your old buddy Mike Lawhorn – hope you are doing well. Would you check something out on youtube for me these are my girls and they have an awesome message thought someone down there might be encouraged by it pass it along and send me some feedback to mlawhorn@furnacecreekbaptist.org. go to youtube type in “Only God Knows” evbc saltco let me know what you think!
Love you brother looking forward to seeing you all at the wedding of the century in december!!!
I am proud to be the man that has been called by GOD, not by man to spred the gospel of JESUS to a sinful world. I love you son. Press On.
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