By Tom Shanklin “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God.” (Matthew 5:9, MEV) We are called to be peacemakers. That is what is needed in the world today. We need to decide if we are going to be a part of the solution or part of the problem. When we see someone pressing their knee … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin After that, the Moabites and the Ammonites, together with some Meunites, came against Jehoshaphat for battle. And some came and declared this to Jehoshaphat, “A large multitude is coming against you from across the Dead Sea from Edom; and observe, they are in Hazezon Tamar” (that is, En Gedi).” (2Chronicles 20:1-2, MEV) King Jehoshaphat awoke one day … 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>>>
By Tom Shanklin Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For our fight is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin How are you doing? That’s usually the first thing people seem to say to you via a text, email, or phone call, right? No handshakes, hugs, or kisses. Standing six feet away. Sometimes wearing a facemask. Shopping online or sending packages to grandchildren. So I ask you, How are you doing? Oh, you are asking me, how … 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>>>
In this message, Tom and Susan talk about the strong biblical connection between healing and forgiveness, and how forgiveness is often the key for us to receive healing from the Lord. This holds true for us individually, as well as for our nation and the nations of the world. “”if My people who are called by My name will humble … Read more>>>
This message, “Who Me … Evangelize?”, was given in Nowa Sol, Poland. Susan Shanklin encourages us all to “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15 NKJV) You may not be a pastor or an evangelist, but that doesn’t mean that God can’t use you to reach others for Him. God sees your potential, even when you … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin I’m usually pretty level, but when I woke up this morning I found myself frustrated and angry inside. I want life to get back to normal. I want to get out and preach. I want to be free to go and do and pursue life. We are under a Stay-at-Home order here in Minnesota, as is much of the nation, … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Today, as we celebrate the greatest event in human history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ, let us realize as Christian believers that His resurrection is our resurrection. When Jesus died, we died with Him. When He rose from the dead, we rose with Him. When we receive Jesus as Lord of our lives, all that He did belongs to … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Hang in there, baby! It may not sound very spiritual, but it certainly is biblical. The Scripture says it this way, “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” Galatians 6:9, KJV. Someone said, “Persistence prevails, when all else fails.” Perseverance is a major principle … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “Therefore purge out the old leaven, that you may be a new lump since you truly are unleavened. For indeed Christ, our Passover was sacrificed for us.” (1 Corinthians 5:7 NKJV) Today, April 8, is Passover. Yes, it’s a Jewish feast … but more than that it is a powerful picture of Jesus’ sacrifice for us on … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “And He Himself gave some [to be] apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ,” (Ephesians 4:11-12 NKJV) God gave evangelists as a gift to the Church. In this message we look at God’s awesome plan … Read more>>>
Our friend, Kim Ellison, sent us this prayer based on Psalm 91. I thought it would be a blessing to you at this time. Dear Heavenly Father, I thank you and praise you that you are my refuge and shelter from the storm. I thank you that you are always with me and will never leave nor forsake me. I … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Right now, life as we know it is being disrupted by the coronavirus global pandemic. In our state, all schools are closed, restaurants and other public places have been ordered to close, and many are being laid off from their jobs. The President of the United States has declared a national emergency and is saying that we … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin Just days and hours before departing for the spiritually hungry and scenic hills and plains of Central Europe, snowstorms hit Minnesota, and wind storms blew into Europe. This mission trip suddenly became daring and more challenging. Our flights were questionable. At first, they said we could be diverted to Rome. What?! All my expectations for this trip … Read more>>>
When it comes to receiving salvation, we must acknowledge Jesus as Lord and Savior of our lives. That means repenting (turning) from sin and turning to God. By Tom Shanklin Many years ago, when I was pastor of a church here in Minnesota, a young couple began to attend our services. I must have been preaching on repentance, because, after the … Read more>>>
This is a “now” word to the Body of Christ calling us to work together with all the generations to reach this world for Jesus Christ. We are in a new season now. We all need to cooperate together with what God is doing. Israel was called to go possess the land of promise, but because of their unbelief they … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin. (1 John 1:7 NKJV) A couple of years ago, I received a small flashlight from an evangelist friend of mine who gave them out as … Read more>>>
