By Kim Ellison The Bride Says: I am betrothed. What a beautiful thought. I am my beloved’s, and he is mine. The ceremony was beautiful and all I could have ever imagined or hoped for. I gave my life to him and asked him to be a part of mine. I promised to honor, to love, and to obey. My … Read more>>>
By Tom and Susan Shanklin When Peter saw the lame man at the gate beautiful begging for alms, he told him “Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.” (Acts 3:6, AV) The man had never walked a day in his life, … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “He said to them, “Go into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15, MEV) When Jesus gave His final instructions to His followers, He told them to go into ALL the world and preach the Gospel to EVERY creature. He did not limit His mission of love to a particular nation or … 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, and the sea waves were still. They were glad because the waters were quiet, so He brought them to their … Read more>>>
SOME FACTS ABOUT HEAVEN Heaven is a real place. John 14:2. There will be homes in heaven. John 14:2 Heaven is far better than earth. Philippians 1:23 The population of heaven is aware when people are saved. Luk 15:7 When a Christian leaves his or her body, he or she is present with the Lord in heaven. 2 Cor. 5:8, … Read more>>>
We are living in a time of great strife and division in government, in families, and in society in general. But strife is not new. It manifested itself when Cain slew Abel, and has continued since that time. The Bible contains a radical answer for strife—return good for evil, love your enemies, and do good to those who persecute you. … 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. I cannot tell you how many places we have lived and traveled to, and the many adventures of our lives. … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “For with God nothing will be impossible.” (Luke 1:37, MEV) I want to encourage you today. Nothing is impossible with God! You may be going through the darkest hour of your life, but just remember, nothing is impossible with God. Maybe the sun has gone down on your future and looks like it will never come up. … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin I would like to tell you a story. A true story. A story so amazing and almost unbelievable … BUT true. I’m a sentimental person. I’m emotional and nostalgic. I’m a romantic at heart. I enjoy simple things, and usually inexpensive things. On special occasions like anniversaries, Tom and I will go on a little outing to … Read more>>>
What is behind miracles? How do they happen? We don’t know entirely, but the Scriptures do give us light on the inner workings of miracles and how to receive them. Susan and I explore some of the great miracles of the Bible, which were wrought by the power of the Holy Spirit, and also some of the miracles we have experienced … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God.” (Matthew 5:9, MEV) We are called to be peacemakers. That is what is needed in the world today. We need to decide if we are going to be a part of the solution or part of the problem. When we see someone pressing their knee … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin After that, the Moabites and the Ammonites, together with some Meunites, came against Jehoshaphat for battle. And some came and declared this to Jehoshaphat, “A large multitude is coming against you from across the Dead Sea from Edom; and observe, they are in Hazezon Tamar” (that is, En Gedi).” (2Chronicles 20:1-2, MEV) King Jehoshaphat awoke one day … Read more>>>
Jesus was on his way to minister to Jairus’ daughter, who He later raised from the dead. Then a certain woman (a certain person like you) touched the hem of His garment and received a miracle from the Lord. Even today, Jesus is not too busy for you. He may be raising the dead in Asia, comforting someone in Europe, … Read more>>>
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, because He has anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the broken–hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed; to preach the acceptable year of the … 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 he should be the first that should rise from the dead, and should shew light unto the people, and to … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For our fight is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin How are you doing? That’s usually the first thing people seem to say to you via a text, email, or phone call, right? No handshakes, hugs, or kisses. Standing six feet away. Sometimes wearing a facemask. Shopping online or sending packages to grandchildren. So I ask you, How are you doing? Oh, you are asking me, how … Read more>>>
This current trial is exposing weak foundations which need to be strengthened. This is a time to get our feet on the rock of Jesus Christ, so we can have stability in an unstable world. Jesus said that events like this would procede his second coming. They are like birth pains, which ultimately will lead to a new heaven and … Read more>>>
In this message, Tom and Susan talk about the strong biblical connection between healing and forgiveness, and how forgiveness is often the key for us to receive healing from the Lord. This holds true for us individually, as well as for our nation and the nations of the world. “”if My people who are called by My name will humble … Read more>>>
This message, “Who Me … Evangelize?”, was given in Nowa Sol, Poland. Susan Shanklin encourages us all to “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15 NKJV) You may not be a pastor or an evangelist, but that doesn’t mean that God can’t use you to reach others for Him. God sees your potential, even when you … Read more>>>
