By Tom Shanklin I had a wonderful time of ministry in the Devils Lake, North Dakota area in August. I spoke five times in three days—first early Sunday morning at Webster Chapel in Webster and then 3-days of Revive Services at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Devils Lake. During these meetings, I had the opportunity to pray with 14 people who … Read more>>>
Now may He who supplies seed to the sower, and bread for food, supply and multiply the seed you have sown and increase the fruits of your righteousness, (2Corinthians 9:10, NKJV) There is power in a seed. The seed is very small, but it contains the blueprint for a great harvest. Many times we do not realize the effect of … Read more>>>
Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21, NKJV) We have what is takes! God’s power is working in us! We don’t need dead … Read more>>>
I wanted to give you an update on the Tabitha Project sewing center, which we helped to begin in Benin, West Africa. The Tabitha Project is based on the woman named Tabitha in Acts 9:36-43 and has a goal of restoring the women of Benin to life spiritually, emotionally, financially, socially, and physically, to cause them to see their value … Read more>>>
The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it. (Psalms 68:11, AV) One of the great joys of our ministry is working with missionaries and evangelists around the world. Susan and I pray for our co-laborers daily, and do our best to encourage them and help them with the work that they are doing. It’s … Read more>>>
Speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward: (Exodus 14:15, AV) Thank you so much for your prayers, encouragement, and financial support for this ministry. You are helping us to go forward with our mission to take the Gospel to the world. Looking back at 2021, I see that we were able to bring healing to the nations … Read more>>>
Go up and possess the land which I have given you… (Deuteronomy 9:23) We have moved to our new promised land in Scandia, Minnesota. By the grace of God, we are well able to take the land. There is much to do—a house to possess, a community to embrace, a dominion to be established. It will not be without challenges, … Read more>>>
The Mt. Moriah Bible School in Danzounmey, Benin, West Africa was completed in November. We praise God that we have been able to help construct this building with donations from our partners in the midst of a worldwide pandemic. In July, Pastor Daku, his wife, four children, and sister-in-law were able to move into the parsonage in the Mt. Moriah … Read more>>>
But the angel said to them, “Listen! Do not fear. For I bring you good news of great joy, which will be to all people. (Luke 2:10, MEV) The message of Christmas is Good News of great joy for everyone—a message of God becoming a man to reconcile us to Himself. That is why the message of Christmas is joy … Read more>>>
Then He said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a remote place and rest a while,” for many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. (Mark 6:31, MEV) Everyone needs rest. No matter how strong or spiritual you are, without rest, you will become weary in your heart, mind, and spirit. I believe, for most of … Read more>>>
Photos by David Lysaker of Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. Susan and I felt like we were on the mission field at our Love DL Gospel Festival at the City Park in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota in August. And why not? The United States IS a mission field, just as much as the rest of the world. As long as there are sinners … Read more>>>
So, as much as is in me, I am ready to preach the gospel to you also who are in Rome. (Romans 1:15, MEV) As I read this scripture, I picture the apostle “chomping at the bit” to preach the Gospel in Rome. It seemed that he had a desire for a long time to preach there but had been … Read more>>>
It’s good for every organization and individual to think about their mission in life and their vision to fulfill that mission. Even Jesus had a mission statement. He said, “For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” (Luke 19:10, MEV) For Tom Shanklin Ministries, our mission is the one that Jesus gave … Read more>>>
Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest, that He will send out laborers into His harvest.” (Matthew 9:38, MEV) A major part of our ministry is encouraging God’s people to get busy in the Lord’s harvest field. The needs are so great, not only around the world but also right here in our own nation. But one thing that … Read more>>>
Dear Partners, Then they went forth and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them and confirming the word through the accompanying signs. Amen. (Mark 16:20, MEV) The definition of “preached everywhere” has now expanded to include Blogs, Podcasts, YouTube, Zoom, Instagram, and even TicTok. It no doubt will expand further in the days to come. Last month, we expanded our … Read more>>>
We are encouraged about the things that God has been doing through this ministry. Through the pandemic, he has opened our eyes to new avenues of ministry and new ways of thinking about reaching people with the Gospel. Now, as we are beginning to travel once again, we feel like a bird out of a cage ready to seize the … Read more>>>
It is such an honor for us to be involved in world missions. This is God’s heartbeat … and ours. Although we have not been able to travel to the nations personally since the Covid-19 fiasco began, we have still had many opportunities to minister. Through video conference technology, YouTube videos, emails, our ministry website, personal ministry, missions support, and … Read more>>>
“Philip went down to the city of Samaria and preached Christ to them. When the crowds heard Philip and saw the miracles which he did, they listened in unity to what he said. For unclean spirits, crying with a loud voice, came out of many who were possessed. And many who were paralyzed or lame were healed. So there was … 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>>>
By Tom Shanklin Despite the limitation that ministries are facing all around the world because of the Covid-19 Pandemic, there are still great opportunities to present the Good News of Jesus Christ. We’ve been preaching the Gospel on the internet through writing, video, and audio. We can see that people all around the world are reading, watching, and listening. The … Read more>>>
