What a great time to personally say “thank you” to our senior pastor and first lady
for 32 years of dedicated service and ministry.
Need suggestions? We have gathered a few creative and sweet ideas that can help jump start your creativity.
These are only suggestions, so please feel free to use your own imagination
to come up with other ways YOU can show our pastor and wife lots of love.
SUGGESTED IDEAS:
- Purchase dinner gift certificates for Pastor and his family
- Delight Pastor and Mrs. Evans with free movie passes
- Treat Pastor and Mrs. Evans to tickets for a special event
- Order a bouquet of flowers for Mrs. Evans or give a gift certificate to a flower shop
- Send a monetary gift of any amount (optional)
- (please make checks payable to Dr. Tony Evans)
- Give a gift certificate to a major department store
- Purchase a gift certificate to Whole Foods
- Send a gift certificate to a spa retreat
- Provide a gift certificate for a hotel weekend get-away
- Give a gift of limousine service to travel around Dallas
Gifts
Monetary gifts or gift certificates can be dropped in the offering boxes located in the downstairs and upstairs foyers. Please indicate on your gift that it is specifically for Pastor and Wife Appreciation Month.
Or, if you prefer, please drop off your gift with the OCBF receptionist Monday – Friday
or mail to OCBF, Attn: Gayle Harrison, 1808 W. Camp Wisdom Road, Dallas, TX 75232.
Online Sentiments
Share your heartfelt sentiments and wishes to Pastor and Mrs. Evans through our new online appreciation page.
Below, write your brief note and then press submit. Check back later and you will see your message posted.
Online Sentiments
Pastor Evans: I want to personally thank you for allowing God to use you as a vessel to teach His Holy Word to me and the saints of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. I want to thank you because it was through your teachings that I surrended my life to Jesus Christ. In 1999 I was sentenced to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to serve a 16 month prison sentence for theft. I was what the judicial system had called a ''career criminal.'' I was a drug addict, prostitute and a mother who had put drugs before her children. When I went to prison, I was without hope. I was tired and broken and all the people I thought would be there for me had abandoned me. I began to listen to you on the radio in prison and you taught in one of your sermons that satan had duped me into thinking that I was a drug addict and an alcoholic and that I could never be who God says I am. You said that was not my identity. You said that I am a saint. It was hard to believe at first because my definition of a saint was someone who was a good and perfect person. I was a prostitute, a drug addict, a career criminal and a mother who had abandoned her children, no way near being a ''saint.'' So the word "saint" surely didn't pertain to me. However, the more I listened to you, I said that I was going to give this Jesus you speak of a try. I surrended my will and life to Jesus in that jail cell and that is when my new life as a saint in Christ Jesus began. While serving my sentence, the Project Turn Around Prison Ministry came to the prison on Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings. This was my first of many in the teaching of God's word. When it was time for me to get released from prison in January 2001, I didn't want to go back to Arkansas. I want to stay here in Dallas and continue to be led by the Spirit to be taught the Word of God at OCBF and allow those teachings to be a beacon for others who had no hope and who were lost. Thank you Pastor Evans for the teaching and preaching of God's Word upon my life. I believe with all my heart that nothing in this world happens by mistake. Upon my release from prison, I didn't go back to Arkansas to live, I became a member of OCBF in March 2001 and that same month my faith and belief would soon be tested. My only son was involved in a car accident and three days later Cody was taken off of life support. After the surgeons had removed my son's organs to be donated, it was then at that very moment that I believed that Jesus was real. I didn't have a desire to use drugs for comfort in my hour of grief. You and the church stepped in and supported me in my hour of need. I never knew the Agape love that Pastor Evans speaks of until in my hour of mourning that the pastor and the church congregation supported me in. It was then I learned how to give agape love. It is through your teachings still today that I apply God's Word to my everyday life. I carry the message given me back into the prisons today. I share the word of God to women who have given up hope. Thank you Pastor Evans. To Mrs. Evans, I thank you for being a living example what a Godly woman looks and act like. I thank God for you, because He has allowed me to see that I took can be that Titus 2 woman for such a time as this. I truly admire your submissiveness as a wife. God has given me a new life filled with the Holy Spirit and love. Love for the saints. Love for the drug addict, love for the prostitute, love for the unlovable, and especially love for me. This is my prayer for you Pastor Evans and Sister Evans. Lord Jesus, Chief Shepherd of the sheep, Ithank You for giving our congregation a pastor and first lady who are faithful and true. Keep me grateful to Pastor Evans and Sister Lois Evans for preaching and teaching Your Word in truth; For their fellowship in the Gospel; For their influence in our community;and for the example of their Chrisitan life. May I always be aware of my obligation to pray for my pastor, to honor him, and to support them in their ministry among us. Bless them and continue to make them a blessing to me and to the work of Your kingdom. Help my pastor and the people of our congregation to be devoted to the faith, and at last take us all to the Church Triumphant above. I pray this prayer in Your name. Amen. Again Pastor Evans and Sister Evans for helping me to believe in me.
As a pastor's daughter, I understand the sacrifices your family has endured... As a member of OCBF, know that each one is sincerely appreciated.
Pastor Evans, your series on Spiritual Authority is one of two of the most impactful series that I've ever heard you preach.I cannot begin to tell you how much that series has blessed me. It was lifechanging plain and simple. I have the entire series and I always have it with me, if I ever need a reminder...let them rule! I grew up with a lot of misconceptions about Christianity...thank you for giving me the TRUTH. My family has been richly blessed at OCBF. As a teenager, church was the last place that I was begging to go, but my son does. The love and support that he gets from his church family just reinforces all that we have instilled in him. My husband, since coming to OCBF and becoming a Christian has grown so much as a husband and father under your teaching. He welcomes the instruction, encouragement, and the chastisement. I'm doing things in ministry that I would've never thought I'd be able to do. I thank God that he placed my family under your spiritual care and leadership. We are proud to say that you are our pastor. May God continue to bless you and sister Evans.
There aren't sufficient words to express how much your ministry has impacted my life and the lives of my children in the time we have been part of the OCBF family. I thank God for you both and keep you and your family in daily prayer. May He continue to keep you, bless you, and shine His light through all you do. I love you both VERY MUCH!
Pastor and Sis. Evans, Thank you for your leadership, teaching, preaching, and role modeling that weekly provides sustenance for my spiritual growth to boldly proclaim and disciple to others for the building of God's kingdom. May God continue to Bless you and your family.
Dr. and Sis Evans, Thank you for your visions, thank you for you passion, and thank you for your persistence. Prior to visiting OCBF, I felt like an outsider and disconnected from the entire church body. From the moment I walked thru the doors I felt THE LOVE. Dr. Evans, I now boldly proclaim my faith in Jesus Christ because you have showed me how to seek God for myself, and not to be ashamed to say ?I don?t know can you show me.? While reading one of your books titled ?These Dry Bones,? I gained confidence and now every opportunity presented, Jesus Christ is the center of that conversation. I meet Sis. Evans and the Kingdom Conference this year and I felt so honored to be in her presence. Sis. Evans spirit is full of love and my desire is to some day receive guidance and instructions from her on how to become that Titus 2 Woman. I pray that God will continue to bless your visions and family. Be Blessed In Jesus Christ!
Thank you Pastor & Sis Evans. My children and I have been part of the OCBF family for 3 yrs. now and I have grown sooo much spiritually. Your awesome teaching ministry has transformed my life. Sis Evans, you are the epitome of what a first lady should be. You are an excellent role model for young, old married and single wome. I'm thankful to be part of the best church in the metroplex. Thanks for all you do!
Dr. & Mrs. Evans,
We became members of OCBF in December of 2005 after moving to Texas from Los Angeles CA in January of the same year. After our move we elected to take our time in finding a church home, as we were quite hesitant about becoming apart of a ministry away from our home church Maranatha Community Church (Dr. Billy G. Ingram), and in honesty we thought we could settle into our new dwelling and then add God.
We soon discovered that being apart from the assembling of believers increased the friction in our marriage and brought forth our thirst for a church home. As we began visiting church after church, even to the extent of going to one church?s first service and another?s afternoon service we were amazed at our ignorance of the prevailing false doctrines and legalistic churches in our society.
In our withering hope of ever finding a church home we took a weekend vacation to Houston Texas and visited a sister church of Maranatha where time and time again we were asked if we had any connection to Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. The next Sunday (the Sunday following Hurricane Katrina) we made our first visit to OCBF. The service was filled to capacity but so were our hearts. We had to restrain ourselves from joining that very same day. The thing is; we were adamant in our avoidance of ?mega- churches,? but oh like Peter we learned that God knows what we need and who we are better than we ourselves.
We soon discovered, like every other member at OCBF, your teachings have been consistent and true to God?s word with clear uncompromising analysis, reasoning, interpretation and call to action. We thank you Pastor and Mrs. Evans for stirring up a new hope in our life and we look forward to appreciating you for many years to come.
Pastor and Sis. Lois, There are not enough words to say how much your family, and your loyal dedication to ministering to "the World", has meant to my life over the years. In my many imperfections, I see you all as such loving Works of God. May His undying Love continue to guide and protect you all, and keep you from hurt, harm, or danger. I love you all very much, Thank you for ALL that you do, and have done for OCBF and the World! Alva
Your teaching and preaching have enhanced my spiritual growth. I thank God for you, and I thank you for all your accomplishments to the glory of Jesus Christ. May you and Sister, Evans be continually blessed as you attain the highest goals of the Father's purpose for your lives. Amen!
Pastor and Mrs. Evans: Words cannot express the depth of the gratitude that we feel towards you. Our marriage, family, and careers are better and more fruitful, as a result of your leadership and guidance. We thank God for you and the impact you truly have made and are making, in our lives.
Dr. and Mrs. Evans, Our family has not had the pleasure of knowing you for 32 years. We recently moved to the DFW area. We visited several churches trying to find a church home . However GOD led us to join OCBF in May of '08. Thank you for being a teacher and a pastor, not merely a preacher. Thank you for explaining the word in a way that everyone can understand. Thank you also for being an example of how GOD wants his people to live.
May GOD continue to bless you.
Isom and Sonya Cameron
Pastor and Mrs. Evans: Thank you for your profound, uncompromising teaching of God's Holy Word. The Lord has truly planted our family in fertile soil at OCBF. May God continue to richly bless you and your family!
Last Sunday when Mrs. Evans rushed to find a card that Pastor Evans had missplaced, there was a look that passed between the two of you that reaffirmed the value of marriage. I pray many blessings in your life. You are inspirational to many without even realizing it.
Pastor and Mrs.Evans! How can I express what I feel about you two that can properly relay my feelings? I don't know if I can, but I am going to try...I have been with OCBF since I was about 13. I am 29 now. I remember getting into trouble and my punishment being that I couldn't go to church one Wednesday. I was UPSET. Now that I am an adult, I still get UPSET when I can't make it to church. My husband thinks I am too judgemental of other churches because nobody can "break it down" for me like you can, Pastor. You don't know this, but you, through your example and your teachings, have both been surrogate parents to me when my parents weren't/couldn't be there. I have no doubt in my mind that I would have had a life full of hardships if I didn't have y'all to indirectly mentor me. You helped a my single mother raise three girls in the presence of God. Mrs.Evans, you have given me just a beautiful picture of the Christian woman I would like to be when I "grow up." You always make yourself available for a "hello" when I see you, as do you, Pastor, and I know your schedules are super hectic. Thank you for not making me feel like I am just a face in the crowd or a tithing number and for showing actual concern for my life and marriage. Your kids are also significant members of my little surrogate life. They are all wonderful, and I am thankful I had the honor of growing up with them and actually forming friendships with some of them. I have never questioned God's presence in their lives, and I know a good tree has to produce good fruit. So again, "thank you." I am so happy that y'all accepted God's calling or your lives!
Pastor and Mrs. Evans, thank you for so many years of clear and truthful preaching of the Word, and faithful service and counsel for our family. We love you and appreciate you. James and Jean
Pastor and Mrs. Evans, I thank God for your ministry. Your teaching and the service continues to feed my excitement about the Word of God and living for Christ.
Many years ago when my husband and I were considering joining the church, I knew I wanted to be a part of OCBF when I became more excited about going to church to hear the Word than I was to hear Pastor Evans.
Thank your for your truth and your service,
Avia Green
Pastor and Mrs. Evans, I would like say Thank you and how much you and Mrs. Evan are appreciated. I enjoy the teaching of the Word. OCBF Church has been a great inspiration in my life and my family away from home. I am glad I stopped by, listen to the word and stayed. With Much Love
Dear Pastor and Mrs. Evans, You have been so much encouragement in our lives and we appreciate everything you have done for us personally and spiritually. We can't wait for the next 32 years (smile). With much love and thanks, Wilford (Deak), Peggy, Lee Ann and Leeah
October 26, 2008 To Pastor Evans and Mrs. Evans: From: Tunita & John Bailey I could not sit idol and not send a note of appreciation and share the tremendous impact the ministries of Pastor Evans and Mrs. Evans has had on our lives as faithful members of OCBF for over 20 years. Every year I plan to express my heartfelt gratitude and somehow the time ecapes and I never get to express my appreciation. This year I was determined that I could no longer take for granted the opportunity to simply say ?Thank You?! Thank You for Sharing the Gospel Thank you for sharing the gospel and creating a means to share the message of Jesus Christ through the media ministries. It was through this ministry, while in college a friend gave me a tape and ask that I listen to it. I was not a Christian and had not experienced the word of God and I was thirsty for the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Listening to the tapes created such as hunger for the word that I personally had to visit the church and wanted to experience firsthand the presence of God. At the time services were being held at Carter High School in Dallas Texas. After service was over, Instantly I knew that this is where I belonged and that decision in 1986 literally changed the course of my life. Thank You for Single and Satisfied As a single college student, your messages regarding being single and satisfied until the Lord prepares your mate was on target. Through the word of God I learned how to become all God called me to be. I learned how to become like a fine diamond worthy only to someone that would appreciate high quality. Most of all, I learned to Pray, Prepare, and be Patient and wait on the Lord to send me my husband John Bailey. Thank You for the Roles of Marriage Thank you for uniting John and I in marriage. We exchanged our vows November 26, 1988. Yes, we will celebrate 20 years this November. We have been blessed with 3 children Jasmine 17, Jade 16, and Jonathan 8. We have had our ups and downs over the years, but God has been faithful. I remember on my wedding day, you asked me If I believed that this is who the Lord had sent me and I said YES without a doubt. I still stand by those words today. Understanding God?s word as it relates to marriage and family has allowed us to overcome some very tough times. The destruction of what God joined together has been threatened, but I stand by his word ? What God has joined together, let no man separate? Mathew 19 v 6.
Thank You for Women?s Fellowship Words cannot express how much I appreciate Ms. Evans for her outstanding leadership within the women?s fellowship ministries. I firmly believe that through this ministry, an example of a Proverbs 31 woman has been demonstrated . Ms. Evans you have been my role model of how to be an excellent wife and mother. You have lead with excellence, grace, elegance and an unwavering desire to please GOD. Thank You! I could go on and on about how much I appreciate you both for your efforts with the ministries of OCBF. I could go on about how God has been faithful. But it would all come down to simply ?Thank You?. Thank You for allowing God to use you for his kingdom purpose. Your efforts are truly appreciated. I love you both and pray that the Lord continues to bless your lives. Tunita Bailey
Pastor Evans, I want to Thank you and Mrs Evans alike for your dedicated service to your flock. It's been many of times I was blessed and convicted, but you always strengtned me with the word of God. We're blessed to have a Pastor who really care about people. Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship have really made a tremendous impact on my life and others with your leadership under Christ. I just want to thank you and Mrs. Evans for what you've done over the years and I pray you keep blessing us. Thank you, God bless you and your family.
I want to say I greatly appreciate your spritual gift that god has given you. To teach the word according to his devine guadiance. I had been searching for several year to find a church where the word or God was truly taught. Until I became a member of OakCliff Bible Fellowship. My spirit is totaly satisfied with the teaching you are giving to the church and the world. I have come to understand the word or God and Implement it into my personal life. Since I have come to understand the word of God throught your teaching. I have so much peace within. I thank God for you and Mrs.Evans, you'll are truly the example of god 's way.
Dear Drs. Evans,
I just want to let you both know that I greatly appreciate you for modeling the "Christian Life". Thank you for the Spiritual Meat that you have provided to the me and my family and entire congregation of OCBF.
I pray that God contitues to use both of you to carry out His will for the Kingdom.
Many thanks and much respect,
Bernice Fontenot
My Pastor - God has blessed me so much in my life and leading me to OCBF is just another of His marvelous blessings. I was very apprehensive about leaving a church of about 100 members where I had served for over 20 years, to join OCBF-I thought I'd get "lost". Since I've become an active member of the OCBF family Pastor, you (and the OCBF family) have made me feel so very at home with your Wednesday night and Sunday messages. I have never heard anything from your messages that I failed to find in the Bible. I am so very grateful to God for you and I pray daily for your continued strength as you minister to God's children. Thank you Pastor for all that you do for the Kingdom of God. I pray God's blessings for you, Mrs. Evans and your entire family.
A note from my journal about your impact on mine & my families life. Thank you BOTH!!! (11-10-07) Today God has given me another song:
?It?s another days journey and I?m glad about it??
I know that God has anointed, appointed, equipped, blessed, my pastor Tony Evans and his wife Lois Evans and I?m trying to put together some songs to honor what he has done through him and them jointly.
I remember sitting in the audience of OCBF with my children and then with my children and niece and nephew, I remember the feeling of being hit with words of conviction, pastor would say if you?re sitting here and you?re not doing something for God and you just come to be fed that God is not pleased with you. I remember pastor saying things like if you?re not studying the word for yourself as often as you can especially early in the morning, and if you?re not teaching your children to do this you are doing them an injustice. I remember pastor preaching on ?your calling? and if you?re not functioning in your calling you are not in the will of God, and how you should seek God about your ?calling? if you didn?t know what your calling was. I began to seek God?s face on my calling.
I have sat in the pews and felt like I just wanted to cry because pastor would speak to my heart urging me to do the will of God; and he would make you know that this is what God wanted; God wants a relationship with us. So pastor kept on speaking to my heart to do the will of God not to just sit in the pews and enjoy the message and never ?do? anything for God, so God began to quicken my heart to get in the choir since God knew I liked to sing, then he quickened my heart to lead a song, and I said o.k. God I?ll pray about that and then He quickened my heart to ask Pat about leading a song, and I said o.k. God and I did and I said to myself I?ll dedicate the song to my sister Vickie, she loved to hear me sing and since she?s gone on to be with the Lord I?ll sing the first song I get and between me and God it will be a dedication to her, no matter if I never get to sing another song at OCBF this song will be for her to hear in heaven.
Pat called me one day while I was at work and asked me if I could come in a little before rehearsal to ?listen? to a song. I said ?sure? I was just going to listen right? Well when I got to rehearsal about 6:15-6:30 I listened to a song on a tape recorder and I listened to it over and over until choir rehearsal was about to start, but in between listening I went in the bathroom to pray and seek God about the song more than once, cause I became nervous about it. Choir rehearsal started and we went over the choir part of the song and then Pat said ?Rita is going to come and sing the lead for us, let?s welcome Rita?. Well when she said that I knew it wasn?t just to listen to a song anymore! My mind was toiling and my body was trembling inside, as I walked up to the microphone to lead that song I was praying for God to help me, and He did!! I started to sing and something happened the song came alive, the words became real, and I felt God moving through me! God really does surprise you in the way he does some things because He orchestrated the whole thing!
Had I not been sitting in the church to be quickened by the words of God from pastor Evans,
Had I not been receptive to God?s will to sing for Him,
Had I not been willing to step out on faith in obedience to the will of God,
Had I just sat in the pews wondering what it would be like to be ?living out? my calling from God,
I would still be wondering what is it that I should be doing, what is it that God wants me to do for Him etc??
Now I know that He wants to use me to sing His praises and to strengthen, encourage, empower, enlighten, etc? others and to glorify Him in doing so.
God is so good of course the word good isn?t ?good? enough but the epitome of good is what God is. Pastor Evans is Gods mouthpiece for the spoken word of God, God has equipped him specially to reach into our hearts and squeeze it so that it hurts, to remind us of the need to use our ?time, talents, and treasures? for God with all our heart, mind, body spirit and soul.
I praise and thank God for Pastor and sister Evans they are heaven sent and the impact upon my life, my children?s lives, their future, their children?s future, and their children?s children to come has been forever impacted upon for the kingdom of God and the work He has called us to do.
I thank God for them and will never forget the sacrifice they have given to the body of Christ at OCBF, I will pray God?s blessings upon them and their families as long as I shall live and for God?s continued favor upon them and their families, in Jesus? name I pray and ask it all AMEN!!
I just wanted to say thank you for your Godly example. Your love for Christ and the church are breathtaking. It is wonderful to see your example. I love to hear you preach and look foward to Wed and Sunday worship time! God uses you EVERY time to send a rama word to me. I thank God for you and Dr. Lois!
Pastor and Mrs Evans, Thank you so much for your commitment to the body here at OCBF and for you vision for the church! We have felt at home from the first time we attended and we have grown so much since we have been here. We are so thankful that God led us here to OCBF! We are praying for you and your family as you faithfully serve Him each day!
Thanks Pastor Evans for another very inspiring sermon (lesson).It is so needed doing this time in all of our lives.Thanks for giving us HOPE and increasing our faith in our ONE TRUE SOURCE.....OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIS ! May God Continue and Always Bless You and Your Family INDEED.You all are so appreciated. Keep doing a magnificent job in the Lord.
Thank you for allowing the Holy Spirit to work through your words and your lives to be a blessing to me. Pastor, your sermon helped me to decide to vote for Obama. He is the husband of one wife. Also, he meets the qualities we expect in a leader of the congregation more so than the oponent. Marriage was the first institution so it has the highest priority with God and represents a high value for me. Thank you for choosing good leaders when you are absent. Pastor Maxie's message in August has led me to an enriching study of the book of John for my daily medication. I appreciate all that you do. Jean Porter
congratulations pastor and Mrs Evans on your 32 years of service to OCBF. We thank you for "preaching the word". We pray for your continued strength, vision and care.
Pastor Appreciation Month - Just a note to say how much we love, honor and respect you for that you do for the body of OCBF, for us as a couple and for all the ministeries. We've been a part of the OCBF family for ten years...and from day one, we knew that you and the body were for us. It's been a great period of time to spend with you and the ministeries. The other pastors are great as well as others in lead positions. It's just a wonderful consolation, as you reiterate on each occasion, that: a: the Bible still has all the answers, b: prayer still works, c: the Holy Spirit still moves, d: God still inhabits the praises of the saints, e: there are still anointed preaching, f: we still sing praises to our God, g: God still pours out His blessings on His childredn, h: there is still room at the cross, i: God still loves you and I, and j: Jesus still saves the lost who come to meet Him. It's just great to know who's really in charge...no matter "who" says they'll bring about change over the next several years. Thanks Pastor...we love you. Albert & Gail Rylander
Thank you Pastor and Sister Evans for your faithful years of serivice you have shown us through your ministry, but most of all through the living of your lives. God Bless in Jesus Name Isaiaria Moreland and Family
Pastor and Mrs. Evans, Thank you so much for your ministry. Our lives changed the very first day we came to OCBF over 20 years ago. We have been married for 35 years, and 20 of those years we have been members. Thanks to you and the church for showing us the way we should be as a CHRISTIAN MARRIED COUPLE. Both of you have shown us how it shoud be. Thank you.
Thank you for allowing yourselves to be led by the Spirit and to be used by the Lord for the benefit of the body of Jesus Christ. I came to OCBF seven years ago and there is no place else that I could have grown and matured spiritually as much as I have here. I thank God for you, particularly as I still have a lot of growing to do. Please know that your words and your works are so appreciated.
I would like to thank you Pastor and 1st lady for all you do for OCBF. You have truly blessed me and my family with love. After leaving my church of 38 yrs. and joining OCBF was truly a blessing from God. Please keep doing what God gave you all to do for his people and that is to impact the world with His wonderful word, because you have impacted our's. May the Lord bless you and your family continuely. Love you both
I thank the Lord for directing me to you and the priviledge to be discipled under your teaching. You have been a great example and I am so excited about becoming more invovled in the church. May the Lord bless you and your family abundantly
Pastor and Sister Evans, we sincerely appreciate the both of you and your influence in our lives have been such a blessing. Though it took some time for me to get on board (regretfuly >20 years) I have always felt that I was truly getting the word of God and was being drawn by you all teaching. You all have made me (I should say us) feel like we are at home and have a connection and that is good. We pray that we can be half as obedient to the Lord as you all have been to draw Gods people to Him. Thanks,(7x7) We love you so much and may the peace and love of God continue to be with you always.
I have been a member at OCBF since 2005. I was spiritually dieing at my church that I attended for 33 years. A friend that I work with invited me one Wednesday Night and that is how my relationship started with OCBF. I kept coming on Wednesdays and eventually on Sundays. I heard Dr. Evans say never SIT, SOAK, AND SOUR and that made my mind up that I would join OCBF. I cried tears of joys that the Lord had guided me to OCBF. I attended Spiritual Growth and felt like my life have changed since then. The classes and the lessons were so well organized and the Facilitators were great teachers. I have joined the Usher Ministry and I have been spiritually happy ever since. Thank you Dr. Evans for your constance hard work bringing the word to God's people.
Pastor and Mrs Evans:Thanks so much for your God inspired leadership these past 32 years. Because of your ministry I know my purpose is to minister healing, encouragement, love, peace and purpose (help) to people in relationships, beginning with their relationship with Jesus Christ. It is based on I Peter 4:10. Your leadership does inspire.
I'd like to express my gratitude for your dedication and ministry to OCBF church.I really love serving and being a part of the Best Church In the Metroplex.Thanks for a place I can call home.
Pete and I were delighted to be with you this morning as you celebrate 32 years of ministry. We love you! Carole and Pete
Pastor and Mrs. Evans, We have been blessed to attend such a great church. I have learned so much and have grown spiritually. My husband and I were divorced we met with Dr. Evans almost 2 years ago about our divorce. We decided to let God be the Source of this marriage this time around. We have a awesome marriage and I know it is because of your Godly influence, showing us the different roles for a husband and wife. We thank you for all your hard work and your faith in Christ. God bless you and your family. You will never know the impact you have had on our lives. Thank you so much.
Thank you for 32 yrs. of obedience. May God be with you and your family as you continue to walk in your purpose!
ME AND MY FAMILY AND BEEN VISITING YOUR CHURCH AND WE HAVE REALLY ENJOYED THE TEACHING THAT WE ARE GETTING KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. CAN'T WAIT TO JOIN THE MINISTRY
Pastor,
Thanks for your leadership and guidance within the church. Also, thanks for making the church that is inclusive of other races. My wife and I are an interracial couple and when searching for a church home 8-9 years ago, OCBF was the only church we found where we felt really welcomed.
Thank you,
Jay Jordan
Thank God for your obedience ,you have changed our lives forever you all are continually in our prayers be encuraged Love Phyllis/Mark.
Brother and Mrs. Evans I would like to thank you for being faithful to Christ in all you do. I have had the great pleasure of hearing Brother Evans at several PK conferences and listening to you on both over the radio and television and I know that you have inspire inumerable people to follow Christ and stay in the fight. May God richly Bless you and I will see you in Glory one sweet day.
We have been listeners of the Urban Alternative on Wvcy in Milwaukee,Wi for years. You came to Milwaukee some 16 or so years and spoke at the Auditorium.We bought one of your books you signed it and you took the time to talk to my husband,that was such a blessing you two talked so long that Sister Evans was looking for you so that you could leave, and get your flight home. God opened the door to allow us to move to Texas, last year to be a part of your ministry. We continully thank the LORD for you and Mrs Evans and your ministry. And what a priviledge and an honor to be under your teaching and to serve in ministry .May God continue to bless you Pastor and Mrs Evans abundantly and exceedly above that which you can ever think of. We love Yall!!!!!
