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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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, … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “Then said I unto them, Ye see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lieth waste, and the gates thereof are burned with fire: come, and let us build up the wall of Jerusalem, that we … Read more>>>
Dear Partner, “For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” (1Corinthians 1:18, NKJV) I had a great meeting at a church in … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin We continue to see God’s Word going forth and producing fruit in spite of the current trauma in the world. There are many hindrances to ministry at this time, but as Paul told Timothy when he was … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “They reeled to and fro and staggered like drunken men, and were completely confused. Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and He saved them out of their distress. He made the storm calm, … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin In May, Susan and I celebrated 50 years of marital bliss. Well, mostly. Seriously, I am tremendously blessed to have such a wonderful wife. You can see our wedding photo and a picture of my bride above. … Read more>>>
Dear Partner, “Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come: That Christ should suffer, [and] that … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places. All these [are] the beginning of sorrows. (Matthew 24:7-8) And this gospel of the kingdom will … Read more>>>
