Beloved Evangelist Billy Graham is now 90 plus years old. In January 2000, civic leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, invited their favorite son, Dr. Billy Graham, to a luncheon in his honor. Billy initially hesitated to accept the invitation because he struggles with Parkinson's disease. But the Charlotte leaders said, "We don't expect a [...]
It is hard to believe but it was 32 years ago today, that I heard the horrible news that "ELVIS PRESLEY is dead." It was August 16, 1977 and my five years old ears had just got word that my hero was dead. My parents had taken me to see Elvis "IN CONCERT" not once [...]
In case you don't know, I am one of the biggest Sylvester Stallone fans this side of the Mississippi. It was my honor to meet Sly at age 13, in Hollywood, CA and then be an "extra" nearly 20 years to the date in 2005 (video below), at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas as I [...]
One of my favorite Christian singers of all-time is multiple Dove Award Winner - NICOLE C MULLEN. Her smash hits: "Redeemer," "I AM," and "When I Call on Jesus" have ministered to millions and her tracks exalt Christ while breaking down barriers. It was my pleasure to meet her on the PRAISEFEST "Cruise with a [...]
First, I would like to introduce to you the "GAME BREAKER". Perhaps you know of one that comes to mind or you may have been one in your younger years on the playground of your youth. Regardless, if it was Michael Jordan jumping over Craig Ehlo and the rest of the Cleveland Cavaliers and hitting [...]
My hero, mentor & friend -Evangelist Tim Lee shared a story that I heard over 15 years ago and it is as applicable today as it was then. In May 2009, I had the pleasure to preach chapel at Southern Maryland Christian Academy in White Plains, MD. For every year (since [...]
My friend and fellow evangelist, Scott Smith from TN shared with me this story below that really ministered to me. My prayer is that it will bless you. Overseas, a well known musician dazzled an audience for over an hour in the palm of his hand as he performed near perfection. When he [...]
The above picture has been heralded by the National Archives as the most requested photo annually for purchase (even more than the Bill of Rights or the Constitution). It was taken on December 21, 1970, in the Oval Office when Elvis Presley at the zenith of his career corresponded with the Commander-in-Chief, Richard M. Nixon [...]
It was my pleasure to preach at a "CASTING CROWNS" concert in 2005, in Manassas, Virginia at a large church. It was a Youth Evangelism Rally and Duffy Robbins and I, were the two invited guests and I had the pleasure to preach both Friday night at the CC Concert and Saturday morning on the [...]
In the past two years, I have been blessed to be a guest on the three largest Christian studios in the world. The three shows combined reach a daily audience of over 1 Billion people. God truly uses the "foolish to confound the wise" and I am living proof. It is also ironic that [...]
My parents taught me "old school." Years ago, I was told if someone is smarter, stronger and has achieved some success in their field the proper thing to do was reach out to them, befriend them, invite them to lunch, pay for their meal and humbly ask: "How did you do it?" From there, [...]
This month marks the 30th anniversary of my accepting Jesus as my Lord & Savior. Outside of prayer and reading God's Word daily and applying it to my life (outside of God's great grace) I believe "PERSEVERANCE" has aided me more in my walk with Christ than any other element. Christianity is not a spectator's [...]
Who says "You can't go back home." Today, was a real treat for me in my journey with Jesus. It was 30 years ago this month, July 1979 at Brandywine Bible Church that at age seven, I accepted Christ as my Lord & Savior. It was during our Vacation Bible School and I [...]
The world for centuries and even recently has named and nicknamed some of our citizens: "kings." We have had Elvis Presley - The "King of Rock N Roll" and most recently Michael Jackson - "The King of Pop." In boxing, we had Ali - "The King of the Ring" and countless politicians, presidents and [...]
This Fourth of July Weekend was extra special. My mother's birthday was Saturday, July 4th and my parents, Frank & Sharon Shelton celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary today on July 5, 2009. My late grandmother, Eleanor told my mother that she couldn't marry until her 18th birthday. Well, they honored that command and married [...]
Since the passing of Michael Jackson last week countless stories have broke and been broadcasted around the Globe. Some true, others speculation, most exaggeration but God only knows what is fact and reality. One story that has surfaced is that Grammy Winner Andrae Crouch met Michael weeks before his death in his rented [...]
The passing of Michael Jackson reminds me more than ever why I am an evangelist. This will not be a post to illuminate his mistakes (because that is God's job and one has to look very little to find mine). However, it will touch briefly on his success and remind all the importance of salvation. [...]
My mom always said: "God looks after good people and dummies." She said: "Frankie, I don't know what camp you fall under but God is sure looking after you!" The truth is God loves and looks after all people and those that know me would attest that I am a "glorified goof ball." Long ago, [...]
Today is Tuesday, and I just flew home last night from Louisville, Kentucky. From Friday to Monday, June 21, it was my pleasure to attend the annual COSBE - Conference of Southern Baptist Evangelists at the Southern Baptist Convention. What a joy it was to reunite with God's great men and women who [...]
This is a risk to write this. However, I believe nothing is wrong for doing the right thing. Therefore, if you would allow me I would like to brag on my father, Franklin Shelton, Sr one more time. Dad despises when I draw attention to him. Then again, "heroes" never like [...]
In my last post I shared with you about our recent experience while visiting the Lone Star State. It was our honor to visit the brand new $1.1 BILLION dollar baby of Cowboys owner - Jerry Jones. The three themes that kept ringing in my head like a bell from Baltimore were: "Succcess, [...]
It is always fun to visit Dallas, TX. We just got home at midnight (last night) and I am feeling this morning like a muffler - EXHAUSTED. It was a wonderful trip and it was great reuniting with family and friends. Ruth's brothers and sisters live in Irving (just outside of the old [...]
This Thursday, June 4, 2009 (Ruth and I, are taking baby Andrew Lincoln) on his first flight and we are heading to Dallas, Texas to visit her family and friends. Please keep us in prayer while visiting the Lone Star State. In 2007, I had the pleasure to host Celebrate Jesus! Texas Crusade [...]
It has been said: "You can choose your sin but not your CONSEQUENCES." How true. When I was seven years old I slipped up, mouthed off and was grabbed by my collar and ushered into our bathroom. My loving Mother took a bar of soap, opened up my mouth and was instructed to stick [...]
God gave me a phrase years ago that we have coined now in Christian circulation: "The GREATS are GRACIOUS." My guests today are two of the nicest people on the planet. Aaron & Amanda Crabb are fellow servants of the Gospel, children of the Most High God, an encouragement to many and somehow a [...]
Tonight, I have the privilege to address nearly 1,000 adults and teens at the baccalaureate of Grace Brethren Christian School in Clinton, MD. These are always exciting times and a rite of passage for many graduating from the formative years to "for real." My four month old son, Andrew Lincoln has taught me some [...]
Considered the "Clown of Basketball" - Legend and Hall of Famer Meadowlark Lemon has been delighting audiences for over five decades. Today, Meadowlark is an ordained minister and evangelist. Truly, a man among boys his basketball & Bible have carried him to over 150 countries bringing hope, humor and now Heaven to the masses. [...]
On the beach, a retired senior citizen every day in the summer can be found collecting stranded starfish along the shoreline. For years, his routine consists of picking up the starfish and tossing them back into the sea. Day after day, month after month, year after year. A teenager on vacation with his [...]
Nikita Koloff - "The Russian Nightmare" is the "FIVE Time World Wrestling Champion" and bowed his knee and gave his heart to Jesus Christ. Today, he is one of the most powerful preachers and evangelists that I know. He serves on the Advisory Board of www.PraisefestMinistries.com with me and he is a dear friend, brother [...]
"American Idol" continues to dominate the television airwaves. Multiplied millions each week tune in and text away their vote for their favorite future star. Folks all across America are glued to the tube to witness the contestants shine and fall (like many shooting stars) and eventually one by one get eliminated. For most of the [...]
