Goody Two Shoes Sinners [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;” Romans 3:23, KJV. Many of us knew that we were sinners before we came to Christ. It was obvious! But for others it may be … Read more>>>
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You are the Light of the World [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin Did you ever think about it? Jesus said, “You are THE light of the world.” If it were not for you, the world would be in complete and utter darkness. But because of you, the world has … Read more>>>
The Happy Good News of Jesus Christ
By Tom Shanklin “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. (John 10:10, NKJV) I am so glad … Read more>>>
Ready! Set! Go!
By Susan Shanklin You may read this article about two or three weeks after it is written. My calendar says the last week in March, but I have it flipped over into April, trying to hurry the season, I guess. … Read more>>>
Give Your Life to Jesus [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin We live in a time of compromise, lose living and anything goes, but Jesus has called us to forsake all and follow Him. The need is great and the call is going out for those who will … Read more>>>
Celebrate the Resurrection Every Day
By Tom Shanklin “And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all.” Acts 4:33, KJV. There is abundant historical evidence that Jesus died for our sins and … Read more>>>
Enjoying Your Time with Jesus: Successful Devotions [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin One of the great joys of my life is the time I spend with the Lord each day. I have found this daily time in prayer and the Word of God to be a great source of refreshing … Read more>>>
God’s Work Done God’s Way Brings God’s Results
By Tom Shanklin God’s work done God’s way brings God’s results. I don’t believe those words are original to me, but they came to mind as I was reading the story of a great catch of fish in the last chapter … Read more>>>
God’s Plan to Bless the Nations [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin When we look at the problems in the world today, we may be tempted to wonder if God knows what He is doing. But truth be known, He has had a plan all along and He is bringing it … Read more>>>
A Trip to the YMCA: It All Has a Purpose
By Susan Shanklin I was out the door at 9:30 this morning with my rather cute vintage looking gym bag-slash-extra large purse to go to my water aerobic class at the YMCA. I like to go a few minutes early … Read more>>>
God’s Will is Healing, but How Do You Receive it?
By Tom Shanklin Ever since I saw my friend miraculously healed of a heart problem in 1977, God has had my attention concerning divine healing. Since that time, as I have studied the Scriptures and seen the manifestation of God’s … Read more>>>
Harnessing Your Imagination for Blessings [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin Do you see yourself the way God sees you or is the image inside of you something that you received from past experiences or the traditions of man. Your imagination can be a great tool for good or … Read more>>>
Are You Watching the Forecast?
By Susan Shanklin Finally! Finally we had a good old fashion snow storm yesterday. Storm warnings went out and you’re not sure if you believe them or not. It seems like the weather forecasters are always crying wolf when it … Read more>>>
How to See Your Dreams Come True in 2016
By Tom Shanklin As this new year begins, maybe you are praying, “God, when are you going to do something in my life?” When are you going to change my circumstance? When are the things that you have promised me … Read more>>>
BSOM302: How to Build Your Church [Audio]
You can have a part in helping your church to grow in numbers, to grow in strength, and to grow in impact in your community. God’s heart is all about reaching lost, hurting, lonely people with the Good News of … Read more>>>
Thank God for the Blood and the Spirit
By Tom Shanklin “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.” 2 Corinthians 9:15, KJV. Today is Thanksgiving Day here in the United States, a day to give thanks for God’s bounty and blessings. Our table now is set, and … Read more>>>
Enjoy Life! Evangelize!
By Tom Shanklin Have you ever wondered what happened to your zeal? Has your get-up-and-go got up and went? Does your Christian life seem boring and empty? I have an answer for you. Evangelize! If you want fire in your … Read more>>>
You Will Have Whatever You Say [Audio]
By Tom Shanklin “For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which … Read more>>>
Come Out of the Muddy Waters
The Dream By Kim Ellison I was one of eight that were about to begin a tubing trip down a wide muddy river. It’s huge choppy waves crashed and churned as they went downstream. We were making our way into … Read more>>>
Can Jesus Use Your Boat?
By Tom Shanklin “And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were … Read more>>>