If you were to ask nearly any Christian why they hesitate to share the gospel or what holds them back from expressing their faith, you will undoubtedly receive one or all of these answers: The person will get mad or irritated at me Being laughed at Being asked a hard question and not knowing the... Continue Reading →
Starting a conversation in the natural to work into the spiritual can be difficult, especially when we don't know what to say. In the article series: Talking to Strangers, we've discussed how to get into conversation with just about anyone using several tactics such as: F.O.R.M. (Family, Occupation, Recreation, and Motivation) and bringing up things... Continue Reading →
Three weeks from today, starting on May 1st will be the annual Pella Tulip Time Gospel Outreach. Group Leaders and Guest Speakers have had their meetings, know what they are presenting on, and are diligently preparing to make this year's outreach the best so far. We've been in prayer, seeking the Lord's guidance, sharing the... Continue Reading →
"...that you may learn by us not to go beyond what is written, that none of you may be puffed up in favor of one against another." (1 Corinthians 4:6, ESV) When it comes to engaging with unbelievers on the street or discussing matters with our brothers and sisters in the church, it’s reckless to... Continue Reading →
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9 NKJV In a world often marked by division and conflict, the terms "peacekeeper" and "peacemaker" are frequently used interchangeably, yet they carry distinct biblical meanings. While both roles are centered around the pursuit of peace and unity, Scripture highlights important differences... Continue Reading →
****Click here for official information, schedules, lodging info and mandatory registration!**** I'm looking forward to meeting you as you learn to share the gospel with others through this unique three-day event brought to you by Tulip Gospel Outreach. Learn to articulate the good news of the gospel simply and effectively through clear, practical conference style... Continue Reading →
The St. Patrick's Day Parade outreach in Des Moines, Iowa, proved to be a great opportunity for outreach and fellowship this year, as a dedicated group of believers came together with a unified purpose: to share the message of the Gospel. Zoom training sessions that equipped them with the tools to engage parade-goers effectively. Armed... Continue Reading →
A week ago, this YouTube short from Fr. David Michael Moses, a Texas Catholic Priest, came across my Instagram news feed and I had to make a response. This is exactly what Catholics have told me for years as to why they need to pray to Mary to get anything done with Jesus. But there... Continue Reading →
"My name is Patrick. I am a sinner, a simple country person, and the least of all believers."The confession of Maewyn Succat, aka---St. Patrick Much of what we know about Maewyn Succat--St. Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland, we know from his own words of his own writing. One from the Epistola, and his Christian... Continue Reading →
Sometime after the death of my father, I was helping my mother clean and stumbled upon a small, square bubble mailer addressed from me to my sister, Jenni. The package was open, but the contents looked as if they were untouched, and in order, which contained the entire sermon series of my former pastor, Wayne... Continue Reading →
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