Posts by Dave Malnes
Proclaiming the gospel in Chattanooga
The greatest source of peace for those who trust in God’s promises is that our Savior is a living hope. That could be a great name for a new church. And I think that Rev. Eric Melso would agree. He should know because he talked to hundreds of people in Chattanooga, TN who were given…
Read MoreThe New Ulm Adventure
Would you go canvassing in a blizzard? That was the dilemma facing Martin Luther College. Praise and Proclaim was invited to come to New Ulm on April 10th in conjunction with E-Day Action Day to provide evangelism training for students. The invitation to participate was also given to members from the two local WELS congregations…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim launches outreach initiative in Wausau WI
Records are meant to be broken. Praise and Proclaim Ministries had the privilege of partnering with St. Peter Lutheran Church in Schofield, WI to launch our forty-third outreach initiative since our gospel ministry started in 2016. Established in 1902, St. Peter Lutheran in Schofield (mysaintpeter.org) has over eight hundred baptized members and a K-8 school.…
Read MoreProclaiming the mystery of God
Everybody loves a good mystery. From solving crimes to finishing crossword puzzles, uncovering truth is a human pursuit to satisfy curiosity. Some mysteries seem beyond our capabilities to understand. We gaze and marvel at the latest images from deep space or try to comprehend all the complexities of the human brain. How we process what…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim launches outreach initiative in Riverside CA
With extreme snowy conditions blanketing much of the northern half of the U.S., arriving to warm, sunny California is not a bad place to be in February. With temperatures in the 60’s all week, it was a lovely time to go outside and proclaim the message of salvation. Praise and Proclaim Ministries received an invitation…
Read MoreStarting spiritual conversations by dealing with disappointment
Disappointment hurts. Not just an everyday disappointment – but ones that hit you in the gut when you least expect it. The kind of pain that takes you to your knees – and keeps you there. A best friend betrays you. An adult child makes terrible life choices. A spouse breaks their promise. The loss…
Read MorePraise and Proclaim launches outreach initiative in Escondido CA
When palm trees are part of the landscape in February, you know that the prospects of warm weather are high. For those visiting from the north, it can be a welcome respite to shed winter jackets and mufflers for light jackets and sunscreen. This was the setting in Escondido, CA to launch an outreach initiative…
Read MorePain can be an entry point to start spiritual conversations
Redeemed souls who believe in Jesus Christ are not immune to pain. Doctors can prescribe medication and counselors can provide emotional healing. But pain doesn’t go away easily. Chronic discomfort or emotional turmoil can cause any person to desperately seek answers and solutions. Believing in Christ means trusting that God knows our pain. Our greater…
Read MoreStarting spiritual conversations with prayer
Be still and know that God is God and I am not. Be quiet and listen to his promises. Stillness and quiet are adequate descriptions of contemplative prayer. It’s more about what we receive from God rather than what we give him. It’s more about his voice that resonates in our hearts rather than giving…
Read MoreStart spiritual conversations by sticking to the basics
“It’s best to remain silent and be thought of a fool than to open one’s mouth and remove all doubt.” “Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.” (Proverbs 17:28) If silence is golden and a silver tongue commands respect, then why do I tend to open…
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