Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature... and make disciples of all nations.
Scott and Nancy Hinkle
Three words help define direction for the life of a Christ follower—purpose, mission and assignments.
The faith of a Christ follower is proactive, lived out every day serving, blessing, reaching others. Let’s do it together.
In 2021,Mardi Gras was reduced to nearly non-existent yet our Precision Strike team ministered to many people.
This year, 2022, saw the great crowds return throughout the French Quarter
partying, drinking, many were costumed and of course acting crazy.
In spite of uncertainty and fear growing in America there was an openness
to hear about the life changing power and love of Jesus Christ.
The term we use — precision strike, —clearly identifies our
strategy and mission. A precision strike is where a weapon, munitions or
special team is implemented to neutralize a particular target.
This holy bold Precision Strike Mardi Gras team of 100 from across America
was focused upon seeing the lives of broken and hurting people on the
streets of New Orleans touched and changed by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Each day this specially assembled and anointed team combed the streets
looking for those who needed Good News. God gave them divine appointments.
By God’s grace there were 1207 people individually prayed with for
salvation, healing, recommitment, Holy Spirit Baptism and so many other
needs
. Zechariah described how this could happen “
…not by might, nor by power , but by My Spirit says the Lord.” (
Zech.4:6)
Miraculously we received a permit for an outdoor prayer and worship rally
on the riverfront amphitheater at Washington Artillery Park. There was a
powerful presence of the Holy Spirit as about 1500 people cried out to God
for New Orleans and America. A salvation message was given with people
responding.
This outreach not only saw a harvest in New Orleans but prepared our team
to reach more people in their own communities.
Beyond bringing hope to many in New Orleans it’s time to ramp up the
spreading of the gospel in every town and city in America
We were privileged to partner with Pastors Steve and Becky Smith and West
Point Church as they hosted our team meetings.
Paul wrote,
“ making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” (
Ephesians 5:16 NIV)
He is clearly exhorting us to not hold tight or shrink back but to move
forward advancing the gospel.
Friends, the battle for souls is raging across America and around the
globe! This is a season of “waking up” as people look for help, hope
and Christ.
It’s high time to ramp up the spreading of the gospel in every town and city.
Scott and Nancy have worked whole-heartedly in evangelism and urban outreach since their conversion in the early '70's. As "missionaries to America", their heart is to reach the lost, minister to the hurting and to mobilize churches to reach out to their own communities. Their commitment to the Lord and their desire to do His will is readily evident to all who meet them. They have been a great asset to our local church.
At a time when most American Christians have lost the priority of evangelism, God has raised up Scott Hinkle to reorder our priorities. I pray the church will listen to his message and reclaim our mission to share Christ’s love.
I thank God for Scott Hinkle, who has never forgotten his initial mandate and call. He is burdened not only with reaching the lost himself but also training a new, emerging generation of evangelists to go forth and be tangible expressions of Christ to the nations.
Be a prayer partner praying regularly for the outreaches, ministry, Scott and Nancy and their team.
Come participate and serve in an outreach (ie Mardi Gras New Orleans). You may come yourself or even bring a group. Contact us for more information shom2@aol.com. These events are posted on Facebook and Twitter,too.
Host an Increase The Reach event in your church.
Become a monthly donor partnering with SHOM in spreading the Gospel.
With over four decades partnering together with churches worldwide for community evangelism, SHOM has developed an initiative to help any church reach more people with the gospel.
What is an initiative? -- “A plan or program that is intended to help solve a problem.” Merriam Webster Dictionary
AN INCREASE THE REACH weekend is flexible in structure and presents a positive and proven practical approach to effectively address bringing the gospel to a community in urban, suburban or rural settings. Attention is primarily focused upon two areas.
A Sunday service of ministry imparting a heart for reaching others is a vital part of the INCREASE THE REACH INITIATIVE.
If you are interested in more detailed information or to schedule INCREASE THE REACH in your church please contact our office at shom2@aol.com or 214-212-0409.
