“When it rains, it pours.” That phrase has been used not only to market salt, but also to describe an unrelenting series of challenges and mishaps. Our week in Tucson was a challenging one. And yet, in the midst of the challenges, God was at work in hearts! To preface an account of the week, I want to make abundantly … Read More
Special Forces – Bonita Springs, FL
Bonita Springs is between Fort Myers and Naples. Gospel Baptist Church is a lighthouse in this community. In fact, their name describes them. They are all about the Gospel! Pastor Lytell loves the Lord and the Gospel, and leads the church to have a Gospel burden for their community. It is always a joy to join them for the week! … Read More
Special Forces – Fort Walton Beach, FL
We enjoy coming to Calvary Baptist Church in Fort Walton Beach pastored by Mark Stevens every two years! Each week has been a blessing, and this time was no exception. This year, we arrived a day early and went out on the water. The highlight was watching several dolphins. They are quite the creation of God! Paul, the Navy Seals … Read More
Special Forces – Glendale, AZ
The sunsets in Phoenix, AZ can be spectacular! That is one of many things that I love about our visit to Northwest Valley Baptist Church. Another (and a bigger) reason is the church itself. We love working with their pastoral staff and people during the week of Special Forces. The week started on Sunday morning with Pastor Schaal preaching a … Read More
Special Forces – Corona, CA
Corona, California is a town right near some mountains in the LA area. This is the first time the team has had the privilege of being here. Pastor Shanks is a good preacher, and the team enjoyed his preaching on Sunday morning. The week was a great week, and the teens in the school were a great bunch of kids. … Read More
Special Forces – Long Beach, CA
The first time War of Special Forces came to First Baptist of Long Beach was in 2011. This year was our second visit. The principal, Tim Egge, was there in 2011. It was great to work with him again! We had one rally night this week instead of three. There were 11 teens who were saved in the invitation. One … Read More
Special Forces – Wilton, CA
The team has had the privilege of being at Wilton Christian School with the War of Special Forces. It was great to work with Peter Lovelace again. We also enjoyed meeting their new pastor, John Schmidt, and found we knew some of the same people – definitely a small world! We were grateful for the young people who were saved … Read More
Special Forces – Lancaster, CA
This is the first time our team has had the privilege of being at Lancaster Baptist Schools. The staff was so helpful, and the students were responsive to the team from the start. We had a great week. Over 110 teens made decisions, and their testimonies were great. On Thursdays, the three team captains speak to their team. One of … Read More
Special Forces – La Verne, CA
In 2014 we had our first visit to Lighthouse Baptist Church in La Verne, CA. I was impressed with Pastor Dunlop, the staff and the church. The spirit in the church is a blessing! Three years ago, when we were here last time, a young lady in the youth group brought a friend. This friend got saved at the campfire … Read More
Cola Clash — Dowagiac, MI
Pastor Stacey Wilder was saved at Calvary Bible Church as a teenager. Shortly after his salvation, a family in the church took him under their wing as his “prayer parents” and mentored him into the ministry. He is now that family’s and that church’s pastor. You can hear more of his story here. It was a privilege to work with … Read More