Can you imagine how John the Baptist must have felt baptizing the God-man, Christ Jesus? We know that John said Jesus was mightier than himself and that he was not even worthy to take off His sandals (Matthew 3:11). While this baptism must have been indescribable for John, we do know how God the Father felt. The Bible says that the Father spoke from Heaven, saying, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17). When a sinner is baptized, repents, or surrenders their life to Jesus, the Bible tells us that all of Heaven rejoices (Luke 15:7, 10).
Baptisms (a symbol of being born again – John 3:1-5) are miracles that I have the humble blessing of witnessing monthly. Just this last summer, my family welcomed our second son into this world. What a miracle! It is a fitting illustration of baptism and the new birth experience we all need for salvation. Seven years ago, I had the privilege of baptizing my own mother—it was undoubtedly one of the highlights of my life. There have been so many highlights from this year that I wish I could share them all, but this newsletter would not have enough space.
We ended the year working with the smallest church I have ever served, located in Bismarck, Arkansas. The devil attacked fiercely from the beginning of that series, but by God’s grace, we saw an entire family of five give their lives to Jesus through baptism. The mother, the family matriarch, had discovered the Sabbath truth online and began keeping it while sharing it with her family. They all attended the series and were baptized together! Imagine the joy in that mother’s heart as she watched her children and grandchildren surrender their lives to Christ.
Recently, we also had a young girl struggling with suicidal thoughts attend one of our prophecy series. By the end, she shared how God had helped her find peace, and those terrible thoughts and feelings began to dissipate. Truly, the “good word makes the anxious heart glad” (Proverbs 12:25).
We finished this year in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. About six weeks before the series began, the pastor was studying the Bible with a man who had providentially come upon the Sabbath truth. He searched online for the nearest church that kept the seventh-day Sabbath and found this one. At the end of the series, nine precious souls decided to be baptized, including this new Sabbath keeper and the pastor’s own daughter. As the pastor baptized his beloved daughter, he could barely keep his composure, overwhelmed by the powerful emotions of witnessing one of the greatest miracles anyone can experience. This father and pastor was undoubtedly well pleased!
Friends, we at Revelation of Love Ministries are well pleased with the work God is doing through our little ministry. This year, David’s journey took him across the United States, starting in Ellendale, ND, then moving to Loma Linda, CA, Hot Springs, AR, Bismarck, AR, and concluding in Poplar Bluff, MO. Through these series, we witnessed the Holy Spirit at work as 74 individuals made decisions for baptism! Additionally, 13,650 Bible study guides were distributed throughout the country, spreading the message of hope and salvation. Next year, David is already booked for a full year of meetings.
This year, we launched our new podcast, Anchor of Truths, with the first season focusing on the topic of salvation. We recorded 13 episodes, beginning with the question, “Why do we need saving?” and concluding with “True Biblical Freedom from Sin and the Law.” Each episode explores key aspects of salvation, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of God’s redemptive plan. We are thrilled to offer free study guides with every episode to enhance the learning experience. All episodes are available for free on any podcast platform. For more information and to support this podcast, visit our website at www.anchoroftruths.com.
Our media ministry has experienced remarkable growth this year. Our YouTube channel’s viewership has risen by 568%, with over 1,000 hours of Bible-based, Christ-centered content watched. We are reaching new audiences through short-form media, and by God’s grace—and your support—we aim to continue expanding our reach. This growth reflects the hunger for spiritual content and the effectiveness of digital evangelism. We remain committed to producing high-quality content that glorifies God and strengthens the body of Christ.
Looking ahead, we are excited to begin season two of the Anchor of Truth podcast by the end of the year. We also plan to edit our School of Evangelism classes for online use, making them accessible to a broader audience. These initiatives are part of our commitment to equipping believers and spreading the gospel.
To support these efforts, we hope to raise $10,000 for three key projects: completing our bathhouse, starting camp meetings on our property, and hosting our School of Evangelism next summer. If you or someone you know would benefit from our program, please apply at www.bibleinstitute.com. We are deeply grateful for your support over the years and ask for your continued prayers as we pursue the work Christ has given us. By God’s grace, may we continue to make Him well pleased! Thank you for partnering with us in this ministry.