Tom and Susan Shanklin served as pastors in various local churches in Minnesota and North Dakota for 22 years, along with traveling nationally and internationally, and publishing the Gospel in various forms. Since 2005, the focus of their ministry has been evangelism and missions, and living the Christian life in practical ways with their family and in their community.
Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice. (Philippians 4:4 AKJV). How is it possible for us to rejoice in the Lord always, in every circumstance? The man who penned these words under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit knew what it meant to face difficulties in life. In fact, when he wrote his letter to the Philippians, … Read more>>>
Jesus is the Christmas gift who God sent to the earth 2,000 years ago. Through him, we receive the gift of eternal life, sonship, forgiveness of sins, and the gift of righteousness. These are things that we cannot earn, but are freely given to us, because of Jesus and his sacrifice on Calvary. If you have to work to receive … Read more>>>
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:10-11, AV) We had a lot of fun producing this short video on the happy Good … Read more>>>
Throughout Church history, outpourings of the Holy Spirit have changed and empowered believers to demonstrate that Jesus is alive. It all began when God poured out His Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost. In this message, Tom and Susan explore the relationship of the baptism of the Holy Spirit to God’s plan to reach the world with the Good … Read more>>>
When heaven comes down, things change! There are many problems in the world today that will not change without a visitation of the Holy Spirit. We need heaven to come down and God to set things right. In this video, Tom and Susan look at Jesus’ instructions to His disciples to wait for the promise of the Holy Spirit … Read more>>>
Do you deal with guilt and condemnation? Have you repented a thousand times and still feel guilty? You are not alone. Many people struggle with guilt and condemnation. Join Susan and me as we talk about this debilitating condition and look into the Word of God for the solution. There is an answer, and a way out, and it comes … Read more>>>
And with great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And great grace was upon them all. (Acts 4:33, NKJV) Because of Jesus’ resurrection, we are released from death and given a new life. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the greatest event in human history. There are many proofs of the resurrection of Christ—in … Read more>>>
And behold, a woman in the city who was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at the table in the Pharisee’s house, brought an alabaster flask of fragrant oil, and stood at His feet behind Him weeping; and she began to wash His feet with her tears, and wiped them with the hair of her head; and she … Read more>>>
“And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of sorrows.” (Matthew 24:6-8, NKJV) Jesus … Read more>>>
An encounter with Jesus will change your life! When Zacchaeus climbed up a tree to get a view of Jesus, Jesus invited Himself to Zacchaeus’ house. While eating lunch, Zacchaeus’ heart changed and he made a declaration of his plans to change his ways. “Today,” Jesus said, “salvation has come to this house…” Your life can change too as you … Read more>>>
Wonderful Early Christmas Present for Benin! (By Susan) Tom and I have been praying with you all for money to come in for a roof for the dormitory we are helping to construct at the Mt. Moriah Bible School in the village of Danzounmey, southern Benin, West Africa. Let’s just say, no building is very practical without a roof on … Read more>>>
“Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love.” (Revelation 2:4, NKJV) Jesus’ message to the church at Ephesus contained a pat on the back for their sound doctrine and good works. But Jesus warned them that they had left their first love and were in danger of losing their candlestick. When we begin a relationship, … Read more>>>
In these challenging times, we need to remember to be thankful for all that the Lord has done for us. Above all, we can be thankful for the blood of Jesus which was shed for us. So we are sharing an online Thanksgiving Communion Service with you. It’s just 17 minutes and you can watch the video or listen on … Read more>>>
Join us as Susan shares her experience of recuperating from hammertoe surgery. She shares some lessons that apply to more than medical and physical realities, but give a vivid picture of what happens when we have something wrong with even a small part of our spiritual life. It’s great to have Susan back in action! Enjoy! You can also read … Read more>>>
Elijah was a man who did exploits for the Lord, but when Queen Jezebel threatened him, he ran for his life. He had to travel forty days to the mountain of God where he heard God speak in a still small voice. Likewise, we find in hard to hear from God in turbulent times. We must get away from all … Read more>>>
By Tom and Susan Shanklin When Peter saw the lame man at the gate beautiful begging for alms, he told him “Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.” (Acts 3:6, AV) The man had never walked a day in his life, … Read more>>>
We are living in a time of great strife and division in government, in families, and in society in general. But strife is not new. It manifested itself when Cain slew Abel, and has continued since that time. The Bible contains a radical answer for strife—return good for evil, love your enemies, and do good to those who persecute you. … Read more>>>
Jesus was on his way to minister to Jairus’ daughter, who He later raised from the dead. Then a certain woman (a certain person like you) touched the hem of His garment and received a miracle from the Lord. Even today, Jesus is not too busy for you. He may be raising the dead in Asia, comforting someone in Europe, … Read more>>>
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, because He has anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the broken–hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed; to preach the acceptable year of the … Read more>>>
This current trial is exposing weak foundations which need to be strengthened. This is a time to get our feet on the rock of Jesus Christ, so we can have stability in an unstable world. Jesus said that events like this would procede his second coming. They are like birth pains, which ultimately will lead to a new heaven and … Read more>>>
