By Susan Shanklin Tom said I should call my article this time, “The Spring That Never Happened”. Does that phrase fit what is happening in your life today? Something that you have been waiting for and keep looking for, and it just never seems to come to pass. It’s the end of May and it’s 48 degrees and the wind … Read more>>>
“By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh.” Hebrews 11:4, KJV. In this politically-correct, tolerant-of-everything environment we live in, we are being told that any approach to God is acceptable, as long as a … Read more>>>
We had a wonderful and fruitful time of ministry last weekend, April 8-10 at the Carpenters Shop Church in Mission, SD, on the Rosebud Indian Reservation. Pastor Gerald Burns of Waukesha, Wisconsin and Dennis Dulske of Wapauca, Wisconsin traveled with me and helped with the time of ministry. Four people registered first-time decisions for Christ at the Sunday morning meeting. … Read more>>>
“Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.” Ecclesiastes 4:9, KJV. Today I preached at a church in Spring Grove, Minnesota and my wife preached in Gaylord, Minnesota. We covered more territory that way. I had a good time of ministry in Spring Grove, speaking on “The Gospel of Healing.” Exodus 15:26 Number 21 … Read more>>>
On January 23, we held Hope and Healing Services at Northern Lights Tablernacle in Richwood, Minnesota. Due to the work of Pastor Bob St. Claire and members of the congregation, a number of visitors came to the services. About 15 people came forward in the two services to be healed in their relationship with God. Others testified of receiving emotional … Read more>>>
Avoca is small, with a grand total of 146 residents in the 2000 census. But there’s a great little church there called Word of Faith Fellowship, led by Pastor John Stenen, which help of his wife Terry. This couple has been faithful for many years to hold up the banner of Christ’s love and power in their part of the … Read more>>>
Last Sunday, Susan and I were at Gaylord Assembly of God, Gaylord, Minnesota, with Pastor Bob and Judy Holmbeck. This is one of the churches where we enjoy a close relationship. Last year, we were with them in December also, so it’s almost a tradition. It’s a good time to ask a prayerful, encouraging church to pray for us in … Read more>>>
Yesterday, Susan and I visited the Hillcrest Nursing Home here in Mankato. We held a service for the residents. I spoke on “Knowing God” from John 17:3:“And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.” John 17:3, KJV. I emphasized the great privilege we have to enjoy a … Read more>>>
Exciting things are happening here at Tom Shanklin Ministries. As I mentioned to you before, we are going on the radio on the Mahnomen, MN radio station, KRJM, beginning Sunday, Nov. 21. Susan and I have prepared our first broadcast. It’s called “Your Life Matters” and you can listen to it online here. Please pray that many people will be touched … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin Can’t help be happy! It’s 36 degrees, but they say it feels like 23 degrees, and the wind is howling from the west and I can FEEL the change in the air. Ha ha. Yes, who knows what tomorrow will bring. For me, I know I am safe in my Father’s arms and the best is yet … Read more>>>
