Here Is Jesus

Discover the heart of the Christian faith through 40 short, practical studies in Here is Jesus.

Written in everyday language, this book helps new believers – and anyone curious about Christianity – understand who Jesus is, what he said and did, and why it still matters today.

Whether you’re exploring faith for the first time, or looking to draw closer to Christ, these reflections offer a fresh and honest look at what the Bible says about life, hope, and salvation.

Perfect for personal study, small groups, or devotional reading during Lent, Here is Jesus invites you to hear the word of God speaking personally to you.

About the Author
Paul M. Harper is a retired Anglican Pastor, born in 1961. He has been married for 45 years, with two natural daughters and one foster daughter with disabilities. He lives in Ballarat, Australia. He loves the Bible and has spent more than 20 years preaching and teaching in study groups. Beginning at St Jude’s in Carlton as Minister to the Housing Estates, then in Bacchus Marsh, Mulgrave and Ballarat, his passion for down-to-earth explanation of the rich contents of God’s Word has never wavered. He recoils from lofty, over-educated studies, preferring a straightforward style in everyday language that presents the truth in uncomplicated but accurate ways. God’s word should be easily accessible to all, even with people who don’t read much. In Martin Luther’s words, Paul wants the ‘plain sense’ of the text to shine through.

Paul grew up in a Roman Catholic family in Melbourne. He went through 12 years of Catholic education and became a chef after training at the Melbourne Hilton. At the age of 28, his life was changed through a radical conversion to Christ. He then studied for five years at Ridley Theological College, Melbourne. His other interests include fishing, camping, watching motor racing and AFL football, He has also published a science fiction novel titled Tentacles, Night of the Machines.