It was the last day of Ambassador's Academy 2025 and we had just pulled into the parking lot of the Santa Monica Pier. I was already nervous from the day before, but my nervousness doesn't come from a fear of people, but for a fear that I will not be understood and my words are... Continue Reading →
May 1st through the 3rd marks another Tulip Time Gospel Outreach in Pella, Iowa in the books. It was an amazing time fellowshipping with likeminded believers as we went into the festival, striking up conversations, engaging in open-air preaching, and passionately sharing Christ with those who desperately need Him. The atmosphere was filled with excitement... Continue Reading →
My view as of last week. So, as you recall, last week I had that horrible confrontation with 'Hank', the drunkard who got so angry with me I thought he was going to knock my lights out. As the night went on it got increasingly hostile and nothing seemed to diffuse the situation. That night... Continue Reading →
I have to admit, even as I am typing this out, I'm still a little shaken up, but warmer anyway. I can still smell the alcohol from his breath in my nostrils, even penetrating my clothes. My chest feels tight. But even as I'm trying to process what happened, I wonder if I could have... 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 →
Last Saturday, November 23rd was the 32nd annual Marshalltown Holiday Stroll, located in downtown Marshalltown, Iowa. The Holiday Stroll brings people from all over for the lighted parade, specials in stores, entertainment, and so much more. It is one of the easiest events to share the gospel as people leisurely walk from store to store... Continue Reading →
When I was a kid, Halloween was always a special time that wasn't at all about witchcraft, spirits, and dark demonic forces looming about wanting to cause havoc in my hometown. The whole family would get together at my Aunt Kathy's and we would roam the neighborhood gathering treats for as long as our parents... Continue Reading →
This year went very well for the IowaGO! booth at the Iowa State Fair. Many of us had great conversations with those who entered, and felt engaged with those who visited with the booth. This year we had many new evangelists. Very proud of the four from my fellowship that attended for the first time.... Continue Reading →
Last night Paul and I went to the Marshalltown, Iowa Octemberfest to share the gospel to those at the festival. The weather was amazing for a late September and we never had to wear jackets the entire time. Because of the weather, the streets were packed with people, classic cars, rides, and food vendors as... Continue Reading →
The following is the testimony of my wife and her experience volunteering with the IowaGO! for the first time. I decided this year, prompted by the Holy Spirit, to step out in faith and “work” the fair booth with Frank on my days off. I have been pondering and praying over my role as his... Continue Reading →
Pens & Wrenches 