Dear Precious Friends and Partners, He [Jesus] said, “The kingdom of God is like a man who scatters seed on the ground. He sleeps and rises night and day, and the seed sprouts and grows; he does not know how. (Mark 4:26-27, MEV). Sometimes, we do not recognize the power of a Gospel seed. The precious seed may seem unproductive, … Read more>>>
Hello Friends, I’m thrilled to have another opportunity to extend our ministry outside the church walls at Roosevelt Park in Devils Lake, North Dakota on August 18-19. There will be worship, testimonies, Gospel preaching, and prayer for the sick. Local pastors have worked together to organize this event, and they are expecting a move of God. They chose the theme, … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin We are in an extreme heat warning for about the second or third time this summer. Rather rare for us Minnesotans. We like it cool, ha. But I want to tell you about an extreme heat on fire barn revival Tom and I had the total joy ministering at in Pipestone, Minnesota. It starts many months … Read more>>>
Dear Precious Friend, Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. (John 14:12, KJV). The things that Jesus did when He was on the earth are the same things that He is doing today. … Read more>>>
Hello Friends, Happy July! Amazing! The year is already half over … or should I say half begun. There’s more, so much more, that God wants to do in this year. Either the glass is half empty or half full. We get to decide! Yes, there are lots of problems—problems in our lives, problems in families, problems in the world. … Read more>>>
Dear Precious People, Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man sows, that shall he also reap. (Galatians 6:7 KJVER) This is the time of planting seed for our farmers and gardeners here in the upper Midwest. Just as the seeds that we sow in spring will produce fruit in the fall, I’ve been thinking about how … Read more>>>
Hope for Mahnomen Brings Joy to the City and to the Heart of God Dear precious people, There are times in life and ministry when you sense the smile of God. You just know in your heart that the Lord is happy with what is taking place. The event we called Hope for Mahnomen was one of those times. Our … Read more>>>
Susan and I had a wonderful time traveling to beautiful Preston, Minnesota to visit a ministry called the Upper Room, where I was interviewed on The Power Source Podcast, which is livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube. The Upper Room is led by Eric and Tara Corson and is located in a building constructed from the foundation of an old service … Read more>>>
Hope for Mahnomen: A Community Gathering Focused on Healing and Renewal Mahnomen, MN — The community is invited to attend Hope for Mahnomen, a free two-night gathering designed to bring encouragement, healing, and unity to the region. The event will take place at Mahnomen High School Gymnasium on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 14–15, beginning at 6:30 PM each evening. All … Read more>>>
Is it Time to Dust Off Your Gifts and Talents? Dear Friends and Partners, My wife, Susan, has a favorite saying whenever she starts thinking about gardening, a project around the house, or doing something new. She says, “I’m not dead!“ Susan is an accomplished stained glass artist. At one time, she produced stained glass as a business. She also … Read more>>>
Please pray for our upcoming outreach to the city of Mahnomen, Hope for Mahnomen, on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 14-15, 6:30 p.m. nightly, at the Mahnomen High School Gymnasium. The theme is “A Reason to Hope. A Time to Heal.” We are excited to bring hope and healing to the city of Mahnomen and the surrounding region. The mayor of … Read more>>>
Dear Precious Friends and Partners, There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy dwelling place of the Most High. (Psalms 46:4 MEV). In January, I returned to North Woods Community Church in Solon Springs, Wisconsin. I was about to leave for this meeting when Susan (barely awake) got up and joined me for the … Read more>>>
Tom Shanklin Ministries is partnering with Messenger Church of God in the development of the Mt. Moriah Bible School and Vocational and Technical High School in the village of Danzounmey in southern Benin, West Africa. With the help of our partners, we have provided funds for a well for water, a dormitory, a kitchen and dining room, and classrooms on … Read more>>>
Dear Precious People, Also I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?” then I said, “Here am I. Send me.” (Isaiah 6:8, MEV). As I look ahead to this new year, I am quite aware that the fields are white unto harvest. There is a great need for laborers in … Read more>>>
Dear Precious Friends and Partners, My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: (John 10:27 KJV) One of the areas where we all need help from the Lord is guidance. It’s not always easy to know what to do. But thank God, the Lord has promised to speak to us and be our guide. Hearing … Read more>>>
You love righteousness and hate wickedness; Therefore God, Your God, has anointed You with the oil of gladness more than Your companions. (Psalms 45:7 NKJV). Things work better with a little oil. Recently, Susan has returned to making stained glass art. Her tools and supplies have been sitting in the garage since we moved here nearly four years ago. Because … Read more>>>
Hi folks, it’s me, Susan! I’m usually am bumped to the back page as Tom writes the lead article and teaching on the front, but I wanted to share with you the very very long process of writing a short book! Yes, Tom has a new book out called “Following Jesus.” I know you probably have an image in your … Read more>>>
Build Your Life on a Strong Foundation Whether you’re a new believer or a seasoned follower of Christ, Following Jesus: A Simple Guide to the Christian Life will help you understand God’s plan for humanity, the truth about eternal life, and the life-changing power of repentance, baptism, and receiving the Holy Spirit. Drawing from personal testimony and sound scriptural teaching, … Read more>>>
Dear Precious People, Susan and I are so thankful for the team that God has given us to fulfill our mission of helping people find the solution to their deepest needs. We know that the Gospel is the answer. As the Apostle Paul, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, wrote: For I am not ashamed of the gospel of … Read more>>>
August 2025 Dear Precious Saints of God, I had some wonderful meetings in July, starting with a Sunday morning service at For His Glory Church in Spring Grove, Minnesota. This is a church that I helped to start and where I ministered at least monthly for many years. I had not been to the church for 2 1/2 years and … Read more>>>
