Harvest Field Publishing · Meet the author
Christopher A. Smith
Faith, family, and practical service are at the heart of his life and writing.
Husband, father, minister, chaplain, coach, teacher, author, and publisher. Behind each role is the same purpose: to serve those who serve others by helping them grow, realize their potential, and develop their God-given strengths and spiritual gifts.
The person behind the pages
Service begins with the people closest to us.
Christopher A. Smith is the founder and publisher behind Harvest Field Publishing. His Christian faith shapes how he understands family, leadership, work, and service. He wants what God has done in his life to bear fruit in his children, future generations, and the people he has been entrusted to serve.
As a husband and father, Christopher sees family as his first ministry. That conviction also runs through his writing for men: spiritual leadership begins with loving, guiding, and caring for the people at home.
His background brings together Christian ministry and chaplaincy, hospice and pastoral caregiving, teaching, mentoring, and operations leadership. Serving patients and families in hospice and healthcare has given him a close view of the people who care for others, often through difficult and deeply personal moments.
As an educator and the creator of Bible ESL, he connects practical English learning with relationships, Scripture, and opportunities to share the Gospel. Through Men of the Shepherd, he encourages men to grow in faith and take an active part in the spiritual life of their families.
These experiences give his books their context. He writes to make useful ideas understandable—to encourage the caregiver, equip the teacher, support the ministry worker, and help ordinary people put faith into practice.
Why Harvest Field Publishing exists
Practical resources. People worth serving.
Harvest Field Publishing is the publishing home for Christopher’s books and resources, bringing together work in faith, ministry, caregiving, and learning. Its Christian foundation is expressed through practical help, respect for people, integrity, and hope.
The aim is to create things people can actually use and sustain the work so it can continue serving others. Some resources teach Scripture directly. Others offer encouragement and care rooted in the same commitment to service.
“To serve those who serve others by enabling them to realize their full potential and make a meaningful impact for Jesus in this world.”
Faith that shapes life
Knowing Christ and helping people grow in their understanding of Scripture.
Family as first ministry
Loving and serving the people God has placed closest to us.
Help people can use
Clear teaching, practical resources, and encouragement that meet real needs.
Explore his work
Books, ministries & resources
Start with the work that speaks to your life or the people you serve. Each website offers a closer look at that book or ministry.
Available soon
Men Desiring God
Men Desiring God continues Christopher’s focus on faith, discipleship, and helping men grow in their walk with Christ.
Published book & men’s ministry
Men of the Shepherd
A 100-day devotional journey encouraging men to shepherd their families with faith, love, and intention. Scripture, reflection, and practical encouragement connect spiritual leadership with everyday life at home.
The accompanying ministry offers devotionals and resources for men and church groups.
Visit Men of the Shepherd →Explore the book →
Flagship ministry & current focus
Bible ESL
Bible ESL helps churches launch and sustain a missions ministry that uses English as a bridge to relationships, Bible teaching, and the Gospel. Christopher’s work includes Bible-based curriculum, teaching resources, training, and support to equip the people serving English learners.
The goal reaches beyond an English lesson: people building relationships and growing in their understanding of God’s Word.
Explore Bible ESL →
Published book
The Professional Caregiver
Stories About Those Who Care
Twenty-three true stories honoring the compassion, sacrifice, and humanity of professional caregivers. Drawn from Christopher’s hospice and healthcare ministry experience, the book recognizes the quiet acts of care that deserve to be remembered.
Written and revised over several years, it offers encouragement to caregivers, families, and anyone who values service.
Explore the book & read a free story →Available late 2026
Christian Journals
A collection of completed Christian journals from Harvest Field Publishing, available late 2026.
Continue the conversation
What brought you here?
A book, a ministry, a question about caregiving, or an interest in Bible ESL? Christopher welcomes questions about his writing and resources.
