By Tom Shanklin In June, Susan and I had wonderful meetings with Pastor John and Steph Hlad at Solid Rock Church in Monroe, Iowa. On Sunday morning, I encouraged the church with a message called “Your Church Can Touch the World.” I said that small churches can have a big impact if they will take the limits off of … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin You complain about winter and, bam, summer comes, and you start looking forward to fall and harvest. I tell you, we humans are never satisfied with whatever state (or season) we are in! It’s strawberry season here at the Shanklin Ponderosa (aka 3.3) and, rain or shine, someone has to go out there and pick. Mmmm, I … Read more>>>
By Kim Ellison One day I was pondering some things the Lord had shown me and the call of God on my life. I was fearful that God’s call might be too difficult and I would not be able to complete the work He was asking me to do. The task seemed too great and beyond what I was capable … Read more>>>
Dear Partner, I love the fourth chapter of the Gospel of John, which contains the story of Jesus, the master evangelist, leading the Samaritan woman to the living water. It’s amazing to see how He guides the conversation in such a way that her heart is opened and changed. Perhaps more amazing, though, is the woman’s response to her encounter … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin I believe if you will listen to this audio message and apply it in your life, it will help you. God’s plan for every human being is victory! If you are experiencing defeat, discouragement, depression, and hopelessness, there is an answer in the Word of God—Praise! The secret to victory is to change what is coming out of … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin After 17 days of traveling, preaching, praying, and personal ministry in the United Kingdom, Susan and I returned with a sense that God had fanned the flames of revival and brought forth His Kingdom purposes. People were saved, healed, filled with the Holy Spirit, and charged with divine purpose for reaching the world for Jesus. Everywhere we … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin Have you ever felt like you were caught up in a whirlwind and your feet landed somewhere else? Well, that’s how the trip to the United Kingdom was! I went from catching my breath after returning from Benin, West Africa in mid-January to being whisked to the land of sheep-roaming green pastures, high hedges, and ancient stone … Read more>>>
Here are some testimonies from our time of ministry with Slovak Roma people in the Midlands of England earlier this month. We thank God for these precious people who are turning to the Lord and finding the peace that comes from knowing Jesus. They welcomed us also with open arms. These testimonies and translation are courtesy of Stan Strunc, who assists the Roma churches as an apostolic … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin For weeks Susan had thought we were going to visit a very special church leader named Bishop Sutton. In fact we were on our way to visit Pastors Dave and Jenny Dickerson and the lively congregation of the Bishop Sutton Community Church in Bishop Sutton, Somerset, South England. We had a wonderful time of worship and both … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin I just wanted to give you a quick update of our ministry time here in the United Kingdom. We have just finished the first leg of our journey, where Susan and I ministered in churches in South England and South Wales. Our purpose here has been to encourage the believers and strengthen the churches in their mission … Read more>>>
