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“Give Me This Mountain”—Take Hold of the Promises
We thought you might enjoy this computer-generated image of me pursuing Jesus as He passes the baton to me. We all have a race to run—a purpose and a destiny. If we are going to fulfill that destiny, we are going to have to go after it with all our hearts. Sometimes the circumstances of life put hurdles and obstacles … Read more>>>
Seeds of Revival are Growing in Devils Lake, North Dakota
Dear Precious Friends and Partners, He [Jesus] said, “The kingdom of God is like a man who scatters seed on the ground. He sleeps and rises night and day, and the seed sprouts and grows; he does not know how. (Mark 4:26-27, MEV). Sometimes, we do not recognize the power of a Gospel seed. The precious seed may seem unproductive, … Read more>>>
Pray for Our Devils Lake Outreach!
Hello Friends, I’m thrilled to have another opportunity to extend our ministry outside the church walls at Roosevelt Park in Devils Lake, North Dakota on August 18-19. There will be worship, testimonies, Gospel preaching, and prayer for the sick. Local pastors have worked together to organize this event, and they are expecting a move of God. They chose the theme, … Read more>>>
Susan: Let’s Get Our Feet Dirty
By Susan Shanklin We are in an extreme heat warning for about the second or third time this summer. Rather rare for us Minnesotans. We like it cool, ha. But I want to tell you about an extreme heat on fire barn revival Tom and I had the total joy ministering at in Pipestone, Minnesota. It starts many months … Read more>>>
Update: Pipestone Barn Revival Brings Life
Dear Precious Friend, Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. (John 14:12, KJV). The things that Jesus did when He was on the earth are the same things that He is doing today. … Read more>>>
How to Apply the Blood of Jesus Over Your Life? [Audio & Video]
Many people do not realize the awesome power that is available to them through the precious blood of Jesus. It’s not our good works that save us. It’s what Jesus did on Calvary. When He cleanses us by His blood, we are changed from the inside out. This message reveals how you can enjoy the blessings of God by applying … Read more>>>
How to Keep Your Joy When Life Gets Hard [Audio & Video]
Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice. (Philippians 4:4 AKJV). How is it possible for us to rejoice in the Lord always, in every circumstance? The man who penned these words under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit knew what it meant to face difficulties in life. In fact, when he wrote his letter to the Philippians, … Read more>>>
Update: Will We Live Under the Problems or Rise Above Them?
Hello Friends, Happy July! Amazing! The year is already half over … or should I say half begun. There’s more, so much more, that God wants to do in this year. Either the glass is half empty or half full. We get to decide! Yes, there are lots of problems—problems in our lives, problems in families, problems in the world. … Read more>>>
Update: Seeds That Change Lives
Dear Precious People, Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man sows, that shall he also reap. (Galatians 6:7 KJVER) This is the time of planting seed for our farmers and gardeners here in the upper Midwest. Just as the seeds that we sow in spring will produce fruit in the fall, I’ve been thinking about how … Read more>>>
Where Will You Spend Eternity? [Video]
It’s just a simple message from John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through Him might be saved.” God doesn’t want anyone to … Read more>>>
Susan: Spring is My Happy Place
By Susan Shanklin I’m busy today watering all the plants I bought at the Menard’s garden center last week. I drag them outside every day onto the deck if the weather is warm enough. Susan can’t wait, you know. She has to have her plants right now! To tell the truth, I have been circling the local garden centers for … Read more>>>
Psalm 91: Blessings in the Secret Place
By Tom Shanklin He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. (Psalms 91:1 AKJV). I have a room above my garage where I like to go and pray, read, write, and do video podcasts. I call it the Upper Room. It has an old, comfortable La-Z-Boy chair that’s been … Read more>>>
Mahnomen Report: The Smile of God
Hope for Mahnomen Brings Joy to the City and to the Heart of God Dear precious people, There are times in life and ministry when you sense the smile of God. You just know in your heart that the Lord is happy with what is taking place. The event we called Hope for Mahnomen was one of those times. Our … Read more>>>
Partner Update: A Trip to the Upper Room Preston
Susan and I had a wonderful time traveling to beautiful Preston, Minnesota to visit a ministry called the Upper Room, where I was interviewed on The Power Source Podcast, which is livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube. The Upper Room is led by Eric and Tara Corson and is located in a building constructed from the foundation of an old service … Read more>>>
This April, I Propose a New Beginning!
Dear Precious People, This month shall be the beginning of months to you. It shall be the first month of the year to you. (Exodus 12:2 MEV) This April, I would like to propose a new beginning for you and me. I believe it’s time for a renewal, a refreshing, and a release of new life, not because the grass … Read more>>>
This Easter: Be Not Faithless, But Believe!
But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came. The other disciples therefore said unto him, We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them, Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his … Read more>>>