Dear Partner, It’s called Starkweather because they have “stark weather” in North Dakota near the Canadian border. Despite the cold, however, there are warm hearts in this community and the surrounding area. Pastor Rob Buechler began his tenure at Trinity Bergen Lutheran Church 30 years ago. A year later, he married Debbie and they have been loving people and preaching … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin “But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus — the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God.” (Acts 20:24, NLT) I love Paul’s description of the Gospel here—“the Good News about the wonderful grace of God.” Grace … Read more>>>
Audio Podcast: Activating the Holy Spirit in Your Ministry Every Christian has the Holy Spirit, but too often the Holy Spirit is dormant in their lives. This message explains the ministry of the Holy Spirit and gives the keys to unleash the power of the Holy Spirit in your life and ministry. God never called anyone to do His work … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin All the days of the afflicted are evil, But he who is of a merry heart has a continual feast. (Proverbs 15:15, NKJV). Is something robbing your joy? Maybe it’s a broken relationship or a mistake you have made in the past. Or it may be words that have been spoken against you or a financial trauma. … Read more>>>
What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? (Romans 8:31-32, NKJV). Have you ever felt like the world is against you? That the … Read more>>>
Editor’s Note: Altar calls have come into disuse and in some cases disparagement in some circles, but we know that altar calls have been an effective tool for reaching people for Christ for centuries. Ministers from the prophet Isaiah to Jesus to Peter and Paul, to Charles Finney, D.L. Moody, and Billy Graham have called men and women to repentance … Read more>>>
Dear Partner, In September, I spoke at New Life Fellowship in Tolna, North Dakota, a church where we have enjoyed a relationship for many years. On Sunday morning, I spoke on “How to Receive Eternal Life” to the assembled crowd along with those watching by video on FaceBook and YouTube. You can watch or listen to this message here>>> The … Read more>>>
We put so much thought and effort into this present life, but the truth is, we are only here for a few moments. Once our bodies are worn out, we will leave this earth and either be with the Lord in heaven or we will spend eternity separated from him. The Scripture says, “For what is your life? It … Read more>>>
I have something on my heart that I have been meaning to say for a long time. Thank you, partners! Thank you, friends! I know what it’s like to support and partner with other ministries myself. I do so each month, and I have built a relationship with them for what they do, furthering the Gospel. I myself enjoy … Read more>>>
Dear Partner, I had some good meetings in the Detroit Lakes, Minnesota area, early in August. I was with Pastors David and Dori Bakke at the Father’s House in Pine Point, Minnesota, on the White Earth Reservation for a Summer Festival Under the Tent with Peaches the Clown, a puppet show, and burger and brats. I spoke to a … Read more>>>
For the Christian believer, miracles are normal! They are part of life. They are part of walking with God. Nothing is impossible with Him! After all, it’s a miracle that we can even know Him, that we can be forgiven and be a part of His Kingdom. It’s a miracle that we can be born again. John Wesley said, “Only … Read more>>>
America needs a new heart! We can get new leaders. We can see laws changed. But the real need is for a change of heart—and only God can do that. The Holy Spirit spoke through the prophet Ezekiel: “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of … Read more>>>
In August, I shared a message by Skype with a church in Secunderabad, India based on the story of the church at Ephesus from Acts 19:1-20 called “Finding the Purpose for Your Church.” I thought you might enjoy the audio from the meeting with translation into Telugu, one of the 122 major languages of India. I was preaching here … Read more>>>
Shortly after I stepped into this evangelistic ministry and began traveling in 2005, I began to be convicted about personal witnessing. I had been in the ministry for 22 years as a pastor. I had preached the Gospel to crowds in the US and other nations, and I had led quite a few people to the Lord in meetings. But … Read more>>>
We celebrated Father’s Day yesterday at my oldest daughter’s house. Heidi lives just four miles from us in Marine on St. Croix, a quaint historic village nestled in the hills next to the St. Croix River. Four years ago, when Heidi and Dominic were considering the Marine house, we drove up from Mankato to check out this property they had … Read more>>>
Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (2Timothy 1:6-7, KJV). Sometimes, we need to be reminded of certain things. It’s not … Read more>>>
Jesus came to reveal the Father and make a way for us to come to Him. As He was preparing His disciples for the time of His departure, He said: On that day you will ask Me nothing. Truly, truly I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give it to you. Until now … Read more>>>
By Tom Shanklin We know that God heals in many different ways. Sometimes it is through the gifts of the Spirit, like gifts of healing and the word of knowledge. Sometimes it is through the laying on of hands. But I also believe that God wants Christians to learn how to use their own faith to resist sickness and disease. … Read more>>>
In May, I had a wonderful time ministering at Word of Faith Fellowship in Avoca, Minnesota with our friends, Pastor John and Terry Stenen, who founded the church in 1982. Pastor John attended Rhema Bible Training Center where he was encouraged by one of his instructors, Bob Yandian, to take time and seek the Lord before accepting a pastorate and … Read more>>>
Do you ever feel like you are not quite good enough for God? That your life does not quite messure up? If so, this message is for you because your acceptance is not dependent on your performance. It is based on what Jesus did for you on the cross. The Scripture says, “But if we walk in the light, as … Read more>>>
