About the author

Jonathan Turner

<p> Jonathan Turner grew up in Pakistan where his parents served as church planters. He came to his own faith in Christ through their influence and example.<br /> After returning to the United States, Jonathan served in the church as a bi-vocational youth minister for five years. Since then he has taught numerous youth and adult classes.<br /> In 2006 Jonathan and his wife helped plant a new congregation. In addition to his speaking and teaching, the congregation selected Jonathan to serve as one of its Elders.<br /> Currently, Jonathan is concentrating on writing. So far, most of his books have been non-fiction &ndash; study guides and curriculum. However, he is also starting to branch out into short stories and novels.<br /> In addition to writing and teaching, Jonathan is actively involved in carrying on his parents&rsquo; mission work. Part of that work includes speaking and teaching in the congregations his parents began.<br /> Jonathan and his wife have been happily married for over 30 years. They live in Oregon and have two grown children who are also in the Lord.<br /> You can view some of Jonathan&rsquo;s musings on the church and other aspects of life in Christ at:<br /> www.presbyterjon.com</p>