Posts by Dave Malnes
The Lord is my caregiver… I lack nothing
If the Lord is my shepherd, can I really trust in him? The familiar words of the twenty-third psalm answer this question and can resonate during times of uncertainty. The Lord paints a portrait of what it’s like to be wholly dependent on him. The Lord is not just my Shepherd; he is my caregiver.
Read More3 Important Lessons on Evangelism that Every Church Ought to Know
I love helping congregations launch outreach campaigns. Throughout the U.S., I have the privilege through Praise and Proclaim Ministries to train Christians how to proclaim the gospel and provide an opportunity to put their training into action by going door-to-door. Through my experience of launching campaigns in 2016, I believe there are three important lessons…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim Ministries launches campaign in Westminster, CO
Signs of an economic resurgence can be heard when earth movers shake the ground, saw blades are whining, and hammers are pounding. When these sights and sounds are seen and heard only a few miles away from a congregation, opportunities will abound to be proactive and reach out with the gospel of Jesus Christ. This is the…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim Ministries launches campaign in Coon Rapids, MN
If there ever was a perfect day to go door-to-door proclaiming the gospel — this would be it. 72 degrees. Blue skies. Bright sun. A light wind. It was a perfect Saturday to be outside — and a perfect time to be ambassadors for Christ and share His message. Praise and Proclaim Ministries received the joy…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim Ministries launches campaign in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Located about thirty miles east of Spokane, the growing city of Coeur d’Alene, ID is situated on a large, beautiful lake and is the host to several resorts and a famous golf course with a floating green. It is also the site of a brand new church called The Vine. And Praise and Proclaim Ministries…
Read MoreWhy churches do not need to give up on canvassing
“Canvassing doesn’t work because people in my community already belong to a church or I don’t want to offend them.” This is a statement I often hear from pastors and lay leaders from across the nation. Frustrated by the results and disappointed my negative reactions, congregations are wary to consider any type of stranger evangelism.…
Read MoreHow can I get my members at church to go canvassing?
The empty signup sheets asking members to participate in canvassing hang on clipboards at the back of the church. The thought of knocking on another person’s door is horrifying… even for pastors. Past experiences of going door-to-door prompt people to say, “It doesn’t work!” It is frustrating and disheartening when most unchurched people at the…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim Ministries launches campaign in Tyler, Texas
Praise and Proclaim Ministries gave thanks to the Lord for the opportunity to come to east Texas and launch another outreach campaign. Rev. Daniel Schmidt extended an invitation for us to come and help start a brand new mission in Tyler, TX. It was a joy and privilege for our ministry to train and equip…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim Ministries launches campaign in Temple, Texas
On a hot and humid Saturday in Temple, Texas, a group of members from Trinity Lutheran Church and a few guests from nearby Austin gathered together to walk the streets and proclaim the gospel. After a full evening of training, they were ready to go. And the Lord blessed their efforts. Not only were a…
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