By Tom Shanklin I’m looking forward to our Prairie Fires Regional Men’s Advance coming up Saturday, August 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cedrics on Main Banquet Room, 202 S. Main Plaza, Hendricks, Mn. The theme this year is “God’s Men.” The meeting will include a free lunch provided by Faith Family Christian Center. This meeting is a … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin In July, I had wonderful meetings with Pastor Rob and Debbie Beuchler at Trinity-Bergen Lutheran Church in Starkweather, North Dakota. On Sunday morning I preached on “Wasted Treasure” and encouraged God’s people to use the gift of life that God has given them. On Sunday evening, we basked in the presence of God as I shared … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Are you looking for the true meaning and purpose for your life? Join us for our Harvest World Evangelism Conference with special guests Stan and Sarah Strunc, missionaries to Europe, on Sunday-Tuesday, Oct. 13-15, 2019. The interdenominational conference will be held at Bethel Baptist Church, 1250 Monks Ave., Mankato, MN. The Conference theme is “Sending Laborers into the … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “But at midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was a great earthquake so that the foundations of the prison were shaken, and immediately all the doors were opened and everyone’s chains were loosed. And the keeper of the prison, awaking from sleep and … Read more>>>
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>>>
By Tom Shanklin For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries. (1 Corinthians 16:9, MEV). It seems like we just got off the plane from a powerful time of ministry in Benin, West Africa, and already we are about to embark on our next mission to England and Wales on March 29-April 15. … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin And a certain woman had a hemorrhage for twelve years, and had suffered much under many physicians. She had spent all that she had, and was not better but rather grew worse. When she had heard of Jesus, she came in the crowd behind Him and touched His garment. For she said, “If I may touch His … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin When He came down from the mountains, large crowds followed Him. And then a leper came and worshipped Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus reached out His hand and touched him, saying, “I will. Be clean.” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. (Matthew 8:1-3 MEV) Knowing the will of … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Please pray for our upcoming mission to England and Wales. Susan and I will return there on March 29-April 15. These are nations that hold a huge place in my heart. England has experienced great revivals that have touched the world, The Welsh Revival of 1904-5, led by Evan Roberts, literally changed the spiritual landscape of Christianity. … Read more>>>
It’s not all God and it’s not all man. We must cooperate with God to see the His power released in our lives through prayer. By Tom Shanklin Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly beyond all that we ask or imagine, according to the power that works in us (Ephesians 3:20, MEV). When it comes to … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin I get excited when I see churches that are fulfilling the Great Commission and accomplishing great and mighty things through the power of the Holy Spirit. The story of the church at Antioch in the book of Acts provides a model for building a church that can change the world. Whether your church is just starting or … Read more>>>
