This was my first time in a while sharing Jesus at Ankeny Summerfest. Last year I was unable to take part in it due to my father's illness, and in previous years because of the event being cancelled due to the pandemic. It was a real treat to be here. Not only that, but this... Continue Reading →
What a motley crew. A Pastor, Evangelist, Dog Groomer, Med Student from California, Writer, retired business owner, brand new believer, and two introverted ladies took to the streets to share the gospel. But, wasn't Jesus' twelve as well? People of all backgrounds and personalities brought together in one common goal -- to reach the lost.... Continue Reading →
Today was a good day. Since the start of summer my wife, Lisa and I have wanted to try some new things together and experience our town more than we have in the past. We've lived here over twenty years, and really haven't experienced a ton with the exception of Summerfest and Fourth of July... Continue Reading →
This past weekend marked the annual Tulip Time Dutch Festival in Pella, IA. For several years, my friend, Jon Neifert, has been leading the charge in sharing the gospel to this Reformed Christian town with his organization called: Tulip Gospel Outreach. An evangelism conference that not only teaches you how to share the gospel in... Continue Reading →
Continuing with "Iowa's Top 10 In 2023," an outreach campaign designed by Tulip Gospel Outreach and other churches to reach the ten most populated cities in Iowa with the gospel of Jesus Christ -- we went to Waterloo. It was an interesting experience, because we didn't really have a plan as to where to go,... Continue Reading →
Whether you are a new Christian wanting to learn how to share your faith biblically or you are a seasoned mature believer, there is one evangelistic event you need to attend -- Pella Tulip Time Gospel Outreach. This year it will be held from May 4 through May 6, 2023. Located about 1 hour southwest... Continue Reading →
"Therefore I say to you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much. But to whom little is forgiven, the same loves little." Luke 7:47 NKJV March 17, 2023 was the Des Moines St. Paddy's Day Parade Outreach in the downtown area. This year it was sponsored by Pastor Shawn Barr of... Continue Reading →
Last Tuesday I was meeting a friend at a local mall to share the gospel. But my friend never showed up, which was really surprising. So I decided to go it alone. I really struggled. Let me just say, "I hate malls." At least trying to strike up conversation in them. For the most part... Continue Reading →
November 19, 2022 marked the 30th annual Marshalltown Holiday stroll where we set up tables outside Stepping Stones Christian Bookstore to give away tracts, treats, and the Trinity. If you were to ask those who went to the event to describe it in one word, I guarantee the answer would be, "cold." Brutally cold if... Continue Reading →
The last Saturday of the fair. I was so happy when I had finally gotten through it without physical injury unlike last year blowing out my knee. This year I took more breaks and sat down trying like crazy not to have that happen again. I succeeded, and I'm very thankful. This year went very... Continue Reading →
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