Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest. (Matthew 9:38, KJV). When Jesus saw that the people were like scattered sheep without a shepherd, he told His disciples to pray for laborers. Ultimately, they were the ones who He sent. Through prayer, our hearts are opened to the will of God, … Read more>>>
I spoke with Rev. Isaac Clossou about the work we have been supporting in Benin, West Africa. The two schools, Mt Moriah Bible School and Mt. Moriah Vocational and Technical High School, are both doing very well. Students are learning, the teachers are getting paid and Rev. Clossou has a vision for the school to become self-sustaining in the future. With … Read more>>>
Dear Friends and Partners, Thank you so much for your prayers, encouragement, and financial support for this ministry. You have stood with us in the good times and the hard times. Susan and I are in awe about how you have held up our arms and helped us in many ways. I have managed to stay out of the hospital … Read more>>>
January is a busy time for the natural side of this ministry, such as end-of-the-year receipts, financial reports, and government filings that are due. But it’s also a time that we like to seek the Lord for His plan for the coming year and to hear what He is saying to the Body of Christ. As I looked to the … Read more>>>
The Mt. Moriah Bible School and the Vocational and Technical High School in the village of Danzounmey in southern Benin, West Africa. are thriving. The vision for the schools is to transform the community and the nation by building character, job skills, and Bible knowledge in the students. Tom Shanklin Ministries is partnering with Messenger Church of God in Benin … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Sometimes, it is good to look back and reflect on what God has done. Psalm 78 tells the story of Israel’s failure to remember the mighty acts of God in their past. Because they did not retain the memory of God’s mighty deeds in the past, they were unable to have faith for the move of God … Read more>>>
The message of Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection continues to be the focus of our ministry. We are convinced that this is the answer to the problems in the earth and in the heart of mankind. Since our last report, we have had some wonderful times of ministry. In late July into early August, I was in revival meetings … Read more>>>
July was a firecracker month for the Gospel. It began in late June at Trinity Fellowship in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, where I preached a message called “It’s Time to Change” based on the story of Peter being called to Cornelius’ house to preach the Gospel in Acts 10. Although Jesus had called His Church to go into all the world … Read more>>>
I have some new developments to report to you from the Mt. Moriah Bible School Project in Danzounmey, Benin, West Africa. We have been involved in the development of this school for several years. Both Susan and I have taught in the school, and our ministry has provided funds for a well and has helped to construct a dormitory on … Read more>>>
Kimberly Blake of Park River, ND, was healed of severe depression at our revival meetings in Starkweather, ND in 2016, when she learned to have faith that God wanted her to be healed rather than wishing and hoping that He would heal her. Check out the video below from 2023 to see the transformation that took place in Kimberly’s … Read more>>>
On Pentecost Sunday, which this year coincided with the Memorial Day weekend here in the United States, I spoke at a new church for me, Living Waters Community Church in Clear Lake, Minnesota. What a privilege it was to enjoy the fellowship and minister amongst this group of hungry, zealous, Spirit-filled Christians! We had a wonderful time celebrating the joy … Read more>>>
Forty years ago, Susan and I began our ministry in the Twin Valley-Gary area of northwest Minnesota, and we now see that the seeds that we planted all those years ago are still growing and multiplying. Last month, I was at Good News Fellowship Church in Gary with the people who were a part of our ministry beginning in 1983. … Read more>>>
Dear Friend, But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8, MEV) The first chapter of Acts tells us that after His resurrection Jesus showed Himself alive by “many infallible proofs.” There are also … Read more>>>
This month we are celebrating our partners. You make this ministry tick! God has great plans for us as we work together to see this glorious message of the Gospel go forth in our nation and around the world. We rejoice in the Lord for you every day, and pray God’s abundant blessings upon every area of your lives. Letters … Read more>>>
As you can see from the photo above, the second building at the Mt. Moriah Bible School in Benin is moving right along. As I shared with you last month, our friend in Benin, Apostle Isaac Clossou, put his faith to work for this building, which will house classrooms, a kitchen, and a dining room. Rev. Clossou’s vision for raising … Read more>>>
Dear Partner, After our morning prayer time, Susan said to me, “I wish our partners knew how important they are to us.” I concur completely, and that’s why I’m writing to you today. Susan and I feel close to our partners and partner churches, not only because they help us fulfill our mission, but because they demonstrate by their actions … Read more>>>
Dear Ministry Partner, Thank you for your financial support for Tom Shanklin Ministries in 2022. Susan and I are tremendously blessed and encouraged by your friendship and partnership. Although we made a major move from Mankato, Minnesota to Scandia, Minnesota on January 1, followed by back surgery for me on January 12, last year turned out to be a remarkable … Read more>>>
I have some very exciting news to share with you about the Bible School in Benin, but first, I need to give you some history of our work in that nation. In February 2018, I made my first trip to Benin with Evangelist Michael Lusk of Vanguard Evangelism. We had a tremendous time of evangelism, with many people coming to … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Then the LORD answered me and said: “Write the vision And make it plain on tablets, That he may run who reads it. (Habakkuk 2:2, NKJV) October was a month of renewing vision and relationships. I attended three conferences and spent much time in prayer seeking the Lord for the next steps for this ministry. At a … Read more>>>
Susan and I had some wonderful meetings in Minnesota and South Dakota last month. Susan had a good time preaching at a women’s meeting at Hillside Church in Mankato, Minnesota. The ladies were strengthened, encouraged, and pointed forward. They were gracious and kind, appreciative of the ministry, and it was good to see old and new faces. We also visited … Read more>>>
