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About the Author...

In Matthew 7:16a we read, “by their fruit you will recognize them…” For those who have met
me personally, I would suggest that God’s word be used as a measure of who I am.

For those I have not had the pleasure to meet, here’s a bit about me… Husband, father,
grandfather, and pastor. Lover of Christ and student of His Word. One who loves prayer and
meditation as pure means of communication with God.

Called to the ministry of His Word after having spent 17 years in corporate America, working as
an Operations Manager for two of the giants of the communication industry, and also taught at
both the middle school and college levels. Served as a deacon and elder for over six years before
ordination. Ministered as a servant in the capacities of associate pastor, pastor of counseling and
senior pastor for many years (all in the greater New York area) before heeding God’s call to
South Carolina, where I served as an Executive/Discipleship Pastor for four and a half years.

I have been blessed academically having completed a Bachelor of Arts in American History, a
Master of Education in Technology, a Master of Ministry in Counseling and a Doctorate in
Practical Theology with a concentration in Biblical Counseling. I hold certification through the
International Association of Biblical Counselors.

God has been incredibly good to me…

Shalom,

John

Rev. Dr. John Tierno