Posts by Dave Malnes
God uses our “small turfs of grass” to answer big prayers
It’s funny how much smaller everything looks then what you remember as a child. It reminded me how often we tend to miss a big God in the smallness of everyday life.
Read MoreMoving from being a Good to Great Samaritan
There are hurting people out in the world. Physical needs, emotional hurts, and loneliness are just some of the ills that infect our sinful world. In this busy world, we often don’t see life’s litter on the side of the road. Neighbors artfully disguise their problems and hungrily look for the world to ease their…
Read MoreHow Evangelists Use the Law Before Proclaiming the Gospel
The gospel is the Good News of what Jesus Christ has already done for us. Jesus was crucified, buried, and rose again on our behalf. It is the power of the Holy Spirit working through the message of the gospel that creates faith in an unbeliever’s heart. The saving work of the Holy Spirit can…
Read MoreA Brand that brings Peace, Rest… and a Message
Organizations establish brands to help identify themselves to the world. People see the mark or image and immediately think of that organization. Brands stick with people. When they see it enough times, they are able to associate that particular identity with a person, organization, or mission. A person’s brand can be their identity. A chosen…
Read MoreConquering the fear of proclaiming the gospel in wealthy neighborhoods
“I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart; before the “gods” I will sing your praise.” (Psalm 138:1) It was a beautiful neighborhood. Nice cars were parked in the driveway. Trimmed bushes, manicured lawns, and every entryway to the front door provided a unique display of decorate wall hangings, pottery, wind chimes, or floral…
Read MoreHow God’s parable of reckless grace prepares evangelists
In love and mercy, God is generous with grace. He extends his love with the hand of forgiveness to people though many reject Him. God’s grace pursues. His forgiveness reconciles. His love is so pure that Jesus resorts to parables to describe it. We are given the word picture of a father who readily bestows…
Read MoreThe Secret of a Christian’s Strength to be Evangelists
The feelings of inadequacy are one of the greatest barriers a sincere Christian must overcome to be an evangelist. These feelings can either paralyze or be a prompt to discover that a Christian’s greatest strength lies outside of themselves. Proclaiming the gospel is not about ourselves, but the power of Christ in us. The Holy…
Read MoreHow a Christian Evangelist can provide a clear presentation of the Gospel
The following is an example of how a Christian evangelist can share God’s message of salvation with a person that provides a clear presentation on what God’s Word teaches about the consequences of sin and the promises of the gospel.
Read MorePraise and Proclaim Ministries launches campaign in Vallejo and Concord, California
Two churches separated by the bay but joined together for a common purpose – to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Vallejo, CA and Eternal Life Lutheran Church in Concord, CA launched an aggressive outreach campaign on July 29th and 30th. Members from both congregations were trained on how to…
Read MoreThree reasons why proclaiming the gospel to friends and strangers is so terrifying for Christians
When angels spoke to people in the Bible their first words were usually, “Do not be afraid!” When Jesus sent out his disciples (Matthew 10) to the towns and villages to proclaim His name, he only gave them six words – simple and straight-forward. He spent the rest of the chapter letting them know how…
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