December was a busy time of ministry and family get-togethers. Travel was difficult here in the upper Midwest as we experienced snow storms, icy roads, high winds, and -25° F temperatures. But hearts were warm and God Spirit moved in wonderful ways as we proclaimed the Gospel of the incarnate God born in Bethlehem. My message everywhere I went this … Read more>>>
“Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin Each month in our ministry update, I like to share what we are doing and where we are going with this ministry. Susan and I want you to be a part of what we are doing, and we want to be a part of what you are doing. There is miraculous power released as we unite our … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin Thanksgiving was the best ever! Lots of love. Lots of grandchildren and lots of food. Truly Thanksgiving Day is my favorite holiday of the whole year! It’s the one time my WHOLE family is at our house. I must say I dream about it the whole year. I plan. I clean. I cook. Pretty much in that … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin What kind of love is it that would cause a man to hang on a cross and die for people that hated Him? What kind of love would motivate someone to pray for those who crucified him? “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.” That is God’s love, which we see in the person of Jesus. … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin God’s work is not limited to big cities or foreign countries or church buildings or auditoriums. He’s calling us to go forth everywhere—our towns, our schools, rural areas, third world nations, western nations, everywhere—preaching the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ. In the last verse of Mark’s Gospel, we read, “And they went forth, and preached … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin We had a good hard frost last night. Yellow and red leaves are dangling off branches by a thread and praise the Lord the mosquitoes are DEAD! There is a toasty fire flickering in the living room wood stove…not blasting, but a comfy cozy flame to keep the furnace from kicking on. We start out with what … Read more>>>
This message on “The Touch of God” was preached at New Life Fellowship in Tolna, North Dakota in October, 2016.
Read more>>>Dear Friend, September was an incredibly busy and fruitful time! I visited the Minnesota State University at Mankato campus to participate in the Fall Campus and Community Fair and to reach out to students and to let them know about our Revival Meeting at the Hosanna Highland Campus and Community Church in Mankato coming up on Friday, October 14. What … Read more>>>
I’m excited to invite you to a Revival Service coming up on Friday, October 14 at 7 p.m. in Mankato. The meeting will be held at the Hosanna Highland Campus and Community Church, 329 Ellis Ave., Mankato. The church is just north of the Mankato State University Campus. We will be emphasizing healing, forgiveness, and divine purpose. As I have … Read more>>>
You may have read the post on our website, Local Church in Small Wisconsin Town is Touching the World. Pastor Virgil Amundson has now written a book about his experience serving as pastor for the past 50 years. It’s an interesting read with a wealth of information which will be especially helpful to local church pastors. I highly recommend it! Purchase … Read more>>>
Nettie was healed in one of our services at the Trinity-Bergen Lutheran Church in Starkweather, North Dakota. She had severe pain from arthritis in her neck, shoulder and arm, and Jesus took it away.
Read more>>>By Tom Shanklin “Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the … Read more>>>
Dear Friends and Partners, Thank you for your prayers for the Prairie Fires Men’s Advance in Hendricks last month. Men from at least 10 different churches in Minnesota and South Dakota came together for worship, fellowship, the ministry of the Word and prayer. In the morning session, I spoke on “The Precious Blood of Jesus” and shared my testimony. After … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin I just finished cleaning my house! I do not like to clean my house! I do like to live in a clean house, though. Ha ha. Almost sounds like the beginning of a Dr. Seuss book which really aren’t my favorite books to read to my grandchildren. Too much nonsense and too many tongue twisters. Anyway, cleaning … Read more>>>
“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.” Psalms 16:11, KJV. You may not always be able to find joy in your circumstances. Relationships can be a challenge, too. There may be turmoil in your environment. But there is one place you can … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” Luke 10:19, KJV. In recent weeks I’ve been sharing some messages with you about Satan and his cohorts, and how to deal with them. Here’s a couple of them: … Read more>>>
By Susan Shanklin I just dropped off Ella, the dog, at the groomers for a bath. Some of you remember Ella from past stories. But for some of you she is a new addition to the farm news here at the Shanklins. Ella is a big, yellow Lab…about 7 years old now. We got her a few years ago from … Read more>>>
Dear Friends and Partners, I’m excited about the meetings we have coming up in August and September. Men, I hope you can join me in Hendricks for the Prairie Fires Regional Men’s Advance on August 20. I believe that we are truly going to Advance in the Kingdom of God. Please RSVP by phone or online by August 11. Click … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” James 4:7, KJV. Today I want to talk to you about how to get the devil off your back. After all, we know that he (Satan) is behind the problems that are in your life and the problems in the world. He’s behind … Read more>>>
