Are You Living in Torment?
“And his master was angry, and delivered him to the torturers until he should pay all that was due to him. “So My heavenly Father also will do to you if each of you, from his heart, does not forgive … Read more>>>
Tom Shanklin
Tom Shanklin ministers within the United States and internationally. He is motivated by a desire to see people reunited with God and filled with a sense of their divine purpose in life.
Partner Update: Starkweather Evangelism Seminar
Dear Partner, It’s called Starkweather because they have “stark weather” in North Dakota near the Canadian border. Despite the cold, however, there are warm hearts in this community and the surrounding area. Pastor Rob Buechler began his tenure at Trinity … Read more>>>
Devotional: The Wonderful Grace of God!
By Tom Shanklin “But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus — the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God.” … Read more>>>
BSOM263: Activating the Holy Spirit in Your Ministry [Audio]
Audio Podcast: Activating the Holy Spirit in Your Ministry Every Christian has the Holy Spirit, but too often the Holy Spirit is dormant in their lives. This message explains the ministry of the Holy Spirit and gives the keys to … Read more>>>
Is Something Robbing Your Joy?
By Tom Shanklin All the days of the afflicted are evil, But he who is of a merry heart has a continual feast. (Proverbs 15:15, NKJV). Is something robbing your joy? Maybe it’s a broken relationship or a mistake you … Read more>>>
If God is for You, Who Can Be Against You!
What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also … Read more>>>
Susan: Riviving the Altar Call
Editor’s Note: Altar calls have come into disuse and in some cases disparagement in some circles, but we know that altar calls have been an effective tool for reaching people for Christ for centuries. Ministers from the prophet Isaiah to … Read more>>>
Partner Update: Preaching on Eternal Life!
Dear Partner, In September, I spoke at New Life Fellowship in Tolna, North Dakota, a church where we have enjoyed a relationship for many years. On Sunday morning, I spoke on “How to Receive Eternal Life” to the assembled crowd … Read more>>>
How to Receive Eternal Life [Audio & Video]
We put so much thought and effort into this present life, but the truth is, we are only here for a few moments. Once our bodies are worn out, we will leave this earth and either be with the … Read more>>>
Partner Update: Building on a Solid Foundation
Dear Partner, I had some good meetings in the Detroit Lakes, Minnesota area, early in August. I was with Pastors David and Dori Bakke at the Father’s House in Pine Point, Minnesota, on the White Earth Reservation for a … Read more>>>
Miracles are Normal!
For the Christian believer, miracles are normal! They are part of life. They are part of walking with God. Nothing is impossible with Him! After all, it’s a miracle that we can even know Him, that we can be forgiven … Read more>>>
Pray for the Heart of America [Audio & Video]
America needs a new heart! We can get new leaders. We can see laws changed. But the real need is for a change of heart—and only God can do that. The Holy Spirit spoke through the prophet Ezekiel: “I will give … Read more>>>
Finding the Purpose for Your Church [Audio with Telugu Translation]
In August, I shared a message by Skype with a church in Secunderabad, India based on the story of the church at Ephesus from Acts 19:1-20 called “Finding the Purpose for Your Church.” I thought you might enjoy the … Read more>>>
Partners Update: Sharing Jesus One-On-One
Shortly after I stepped into this evangelistic ministry and began traveling in 2005, I began to be convicted about personal witnessing. I had been in the ministry for 22 years as a pastor. I had preached the Gospel to crowds … Read more>>>
Activate the Holy Spirit: Is Jesus Asleep in Your Boat?
Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of … Read more>>>
Come to the Father [Audio & Video]
Jesus came to reveal the Father and make a way for us to come to Him. As He was preparing His disciples for the time of His departure, He said: On that day you will ask Me nothing. Truly, truly … Read more>>>
How to Resist Sickness and Disease
By Tom Shanklin We know that God heals in many different ways. Sometimes it is through the gifts of the Spirit, like gifts of healing and the word of knowledge. Sometimes it is through the laying on of hands. But … Read more>>>
Partner Update: We Need the Holy Spirit!
In May, I had a wonderful time ministering at Word of Faith Fellowship in Avoca, Minnesota with our friends, Pastor John and Terry Stenen, who founded the church in 1982. Pastor John attended Rhema Bible Training Center where he was … Read more>>>
Totally Cleansed of Sin [Audio & Video]
Do you ever feel like you are not quite good enough for God? That your life does not quite messure up? If so, this message is for you because your acceptance is not dependent on your performance. It is based … Read more>>>
Who Are You Following? [Audio & Video]
Who are you following? And, the second question, where are you going? Because you are going wherever the person you are following is going. We are living in a time when millions of people are following celebrities on social … Read more>>>