Testimonials and Prayer Requests From our Past Events
Every encounter is an inherent prayer request:
Please take a moment as you peruse our past events to pray for one person whom we contacted
We believe in the power of prayer
🎉 Labor Day Liftoff Outreach — Seeds of Hope 🎉
Over Labor Day weekend, HopeDealers.Life joined thousands at the Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off. Armed with Hopesicles (frozen Otter Pops), hot cocoa, Jesus Graphic Novels, the EvangeCube, and—most importantly—the love of Christ, we shared the Gospel across four outreach sessions in three days.
Every conversation was more than a moment; it was a seed planted and a prayer in motion.
The stories below represent people who heard the truth, felt loved, or asked for prayer. As you read, please take a moment to lift at least one name before the Lord.
👨👩👧Families Encountered
- Young Family — Mom is a preacher’s daughter; her son was unsure about heaven and hell. Heard how he can be certain of eternal life.
- Maria & Ty — Young adults hurt by the church. Heard the Gospel clearly.
- Brent & Rachel — From New Life Church. Received an invitation to HopeDealers.Life outreach.
- Large Hispanic Family — Daughter translated. Heard the Gospel, received cocoa, Jesus Graphic Novels, and a $1M tract. They gratefully returned kindness with a Sunny D.
- Family with 3 Kids — Already connected to a church. Received Jesus Graphic Novels.
- Engaged Couple — Encouraged to love one another as Christ loves us.
- Wednesday & Daughter — Weather canceled their paddle-boarding. Shared cocoa and prayer for her daughter’s fever.
- Balloon Crew Members — Open to Gospel conversations, received invitations, and encouraged us with their kindness.
🙏 Specific Prayer Requests
- Ann — Mother of a woman we met, recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Please pray for peace and healing.
- Shane — A mom going through separation, but thankful and connected to a Denver church. Her young son received a Jesus Graphic Novel.
- Edie & her two boys — Received cocoa and prayer for good health and family strength.
- Abraham & his sons — Seeking community after a family breakdown. Prayed together, received encouragement, and took Jesus Graphic Novels and tracts.
✝️ Heard the Gospel
- Andrew — Mormon background, also mentored by Catholic influences. Heard the stark truth of the Gospel.
- Thomas & his son — Attend Life Church. Thomas was uncertain about salvation but heard that Jesus is the only way.
- Marissa & Yowe — Heard and understood the Gospel, received an invitation to coffee at Jive’s.
- Angelo — From a Catholic background. Heard the story of the repentant thief as a picture of grace, and understood that only Jesus saves.
- Tattooed Woman & Partner — Heard a brief Gospel message near the bull ride.
- Tyler — Part of the cleaning crew. Had a deep conversation about Jesus and was very receptive. Received a Jesus Graphic Novel and a Hopesicle.
- Michael — Took the “$20 for 10 Commandments” challenge and completed the Good Person Test. Despite interruption, he stood firm and received $5 as an illustration of God’s free gift.
- Luchash & Abigail — Heard a short Gospel message, received invitations and Jesus Graphic Novels.
- Josh & Partner — Possibly in the LGBTQ community. Heard that Jesus loves them, and each received a P.I.G. (People In God) card and a Jesus Graphic Novel.
- Everado — Catholic background. Spoke about Mary, Jesus, prophecy, and the end times. Received cocoa, a Jesus Graphic Novel, and a $1M Gospel tract.
- Kaylan — Identifies as LGBTQ. Heard that all fall short and that grace is for everyone. Took a Jesus Graphic Novel and a P.I.G. card.
💡 Encouragement for Us
- Chris — Active in recovery ministry. A solid believer with a heart for helping others.
- Steve & his dog Ava — Carried a “Jesus” sign and came by bus. Attends Victory Church. Grateful for cocoa and almonds.
THE TEAM:
We praise God not only for the people reached, but also for those who carried the message. Across the weekend, Cayla, Josh, Melany, Tina, Titus, Tim, Steve, Lexi, Rick, John, and Karen divided into small groups, walked the fields, prayed with strangers, and handed out Hopesicles, cute pink pigs, hot cocoa and invitations.
Thank you for bringing boldness and compassion, and for helping us keep “dealing hope.
Recent Events
Flea Market Outreach
Evangelism Recap – Friday Night Encounters
Evangelism Recap – Friday Night Encounters
"Do you want to chop it up?" - and other moments where God opened the door...
On August 2, our outreach team set up at the Colorado Springs Flea Market with a simple mission:
👉 Meet people where they are
👉 Share the hope of Christ
👉 Place God’s Word into willing hands
Throughout the day, we connected with vendors, shoppers, and seekers:
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"Do you want to chop it up?" - and other moments where God opened the door...
On August 2, our outreach team set up at the Colorado Springs Flea Market with a simple mission:
👉 Meet people where they are
👉 Share the hope of Christ
👉 Place God’s Word into willing hands
Throughout the day, we connected with vendors, shoppers, and seekers:
- 💬 A jewelry vendor unsure of her salvation found clarity and assurance in Christ.
- 🧸 A grieving widow raising children alone received prayer and renewed peace.
- 🛠️ A former concrete worker heard the message of grace for the first time in years.
- 🙏 A Catholic retiree declined prayer but still said she felt “blessed.”
Others, like Ethan, Sandi, and Liam, accepted Bibles and invitations — each one challenged to open the Scriptures and discover Jesus personally.
📖 One highlight:
A group of young adults, disillusioned by church, stopped by. When asked if they wanted to talk about faith, one grinned:
“Do you want to chop it up?”
That opened a powerful, honest conversation about grace, healing, and belonging.
Evangelism Recap – Friday Night Encounters
Evangelism Recap – Friday Night Encounters
Evangelism Recap – Friday Night Encounters
“Many hurting young people… we got to pray with some :)” — Shon
This past Friday, our team stepped onto the streets with the simple message of Jesus and saw doors open for honest, Spirit-led conversations.
🍼 Danny & Baby Aubra – A young single father, burdened but standing firm, received prayer and an invite to The Sanctuary Church (TSC).
“Many hurting young people… we got to pray with some :)” — Shon
This past Friday, our team stepped onto the streets with the simple message of Jesus and saw doors open for honest, Spirit-led conversations.
🍼 Danny & Baby Aubra – A young single father, burdened but standing firm, received prayer and an invite to The Sanctuary Church (TSC). Pray strength over his journey.
🛹 Paxton – Rolling in on his skateboard, he stopped long enough to hear truth and accept an invitation. Seeds planted.
🥀 Theresa – Recently rejected and displaced by family, she was prayed over and encouraged with hope and love in Christ.
🔁 Drew – Testimony of grace: he returned to God while in prison, and now, ankle fractured, he radiates gratitude.
📚 Adam & Oliver – Both accepted literature pointing them toward Scripture. May the Word stir deep conviction.
✨ Emily & Others – Even those skeptical, pagan, or searching listened thoughtfully. Seeds were sown in soft soil.
By night’s end, 15+ people were touched with prayer, Scripture, and genuine care. Some moments were light; others, weighty and raw. All were divine appointments.
🌱 Keep praying. Keep planting. The harvest is His
Pride Parade Outreach – June 15, 2025
Evangelism Recap – Friday Night Encounters
Pride Parade Outreach – June 15, 2025
“Come See the P.I.G.” — People in God 🐷
At Colorado Springs’ Pride Parade, Tina, Shon, and Steve put vision into action with a simple, playful invite: “Come See the P.I.G.” Pink pigs wearing sunglasses were handed out, each tagged with a promise card: “If you are LGBTQ+… you are welcome here.”
🎉 The Pigs Were a Hit
Crowds clamored for th
“Come See the P.I.G.” — People in God 🐷
At Colorado Springs’ Pride Parade, Tina, Shon, and Steve put vision into action with a simple, playful invite: “Come See the P.I.G.” Pink pigs wearing sunglasses were handed out, each tagged with a promise card: “If you are LGBTQ+… you are welcome here.”
🎉 The Pigs Were a Hit
Crowds clamored for them — even during an ice cream break, people approached asking for pigs and receiving God’s Word in a non-threatening way. By mid-day, we ran out of all 200 pigs and TSC cards before even reaching the parade route.
💧 Meeting Needs with Joy
Beyond pigs, we blessed folks with water, ice pops, and encouragement. When we ran out of cards, we improvised with QR codes to share our website. Every interaction was full of warmth and openness, even when God, Jesus, and church were mentioned.
🙏 Gospel Encounters
One highlight: Tyler, who longs for freedom from witchcraft, allowed prayer over his life. The only real resistance came from self-identified Satanists, yet even there, seeds were sown.
🌱 Fruitful, joyful, Spirit-led. Pray that those touched by pigs, prayers, and presence take their next step toward Christ.
Territory Days Outreach – May 25, 2025
Parade Outreach – Hot Cocoa, Tracts, and Prayer ☕📖
Garden of the Gods Outreach – Snowy Day Encounters
“From prayers to music, God’s love filled the streets.” 🎶✝️
Territory Days in Colorado Springs was alive with energy, and our HopeDealers.Life (HDL) team was right in the middle of it, sharing Jesus with all who passed by.
🙌 New Team Members
We welcomed Sheila, Kristian, and Sandi, who jumped in boldly. Sandi’s hammered dulcimer music fl
“From prayers to music, God’s love filled the streets.” 🎶✝️
Territory Days in Colorado Springs was alive with energy, and our HopeDealers.Life (HDL) team was right in the middle of it, sharing Jesus with all who passed by.
🙌 New Team Members
We welcomed Sheila, Kristian, and Sandi, who jumped in boldly. Sandi’s hammered dulcimer music floated over the crowds, drawing hearts toward peace and healing.
💬 Encounters
- Christie met Ella, who grew up speaking Mayan, now searching for her purpose. Goosebumps and tears marked the moment.
- Steve shared the Gospel with a young couple while Kristian, on his very first outreach, handed out tracts with joy.
- Melany prayed for Stacey (breast cancer), Janna and Aaron (healing), and others seeking breakthrough.
- Sheila prayed with a young mom looking for a church home and boldly invited 6–8 people to TSC. Even an elderly woman in a wheelchair left touched with hope.
💧 Living Water
Cara and Zach passed out water with smiles, reminding people of the Living Water Jesus offers.
🌱 Seeds were planted, prayers lifted, and music filled the air. Please join us in praying that every encounter at Territory Days bears fruit for God’s Kingdom.
Garden of the Gods Outreach – Snowy Day Encounters
Parade Outreach – Hot Cocoa, Tracts, and Prayer ☕📖
Garden of the Gods Outreach – Snowy Day Encounters
“Mission trips start in our own backyard.”
Even on a cold, snowy day, Garden of the Gods was buzzing with visitors from around the world — a reminder that the nations often come to us. Our HopeDealers.Life (HDL) team bundled up with hot cocoa and coffee, offering warmth that opened doors for Gospel conversations.
💬 Tina – Shared Easter’s
“Mission trips start in our own backyard.”
Even on a cold, snowy day, Garden of the Gods was buzzing with visitors from around the world — a reminder that the nations often come to us. Our HopeDealers.Life (HDL) team bundled up with hot cocoa and coffee, offering warmth that opened doors for Gospel conversations.
💬 Tina – Shared Easter’s meaning with a Hindu couple who patiently listened and engaged. Seeds of truth were planted.
📸 Mel – Taking photos for tourists led to gospel moments. She gave a Spanish-speaking family a Reading & Studying the Bible booklet and invited several to Easter at The Sanctuary Church.
☕ Steve – Turned a coffee stop into a divine appointment with three young adults, Noah, Emerald, and Molly. They received HDL cards and graphic novels pointing to Jesus. Later, Brian & Angola listened as Steve explained the proof of God’s existence, the death and resurrection of Jesus, and why He is the only way.
🌍 From agnostics to seekers, from tourists to locals, God used a snowy park day to remind us: the mission field is all around us. Pray that every encounter grows into faith and fellowship
Parade Outreach – Hot Cocoa, Tracts, and Prayer ☕📖
Parade Outreach – Hot Cocoa, Tracts, and Prayer ☕📖
Parade Outreach – Hot Cocoa, Tracts, and Prayer ☕📖
“Warm drinks opened the door to warmer conversations.”
At the parade, our HopeDealers.Life (HDL) team shared Jesus with hot cocoa, tracts, and prayer. Despite the busy crowds, God gave us space for meaningful encounters.
💬 John & Donna – John spent time with Donna, a believer frustrated over shifting cultural currents. Their long talk re
“Warm drinks opened the door to warmer conversations.”
At the parade, our HopeDealers.Life (HDL) team shared Jesus with hot cocoa, tracts, and prayer. Despite the busy crowds, God gave us space for meaningful encounters.
💬 John & Donna – John spent time with Donna, a believer frustrated over shifting cultural currents. Their long talk reminded her that hope is in Christ, not institutions. Pray she stays anchored in Him.
🙌 Steve – Met a small group handing out tracts who had been with us before. After reconnecting and giving them an HDL card, they expressed interest in joining us again. Pray they step fully into the harvest with us.
☕ Melany & Tina – Together with hot chocolate in hand, they connected with:
- Kiera – Recently moved from Louisiana, works with adults with disabilities, searching for a church. Invited to The Sanctuary.
- Tara – Loves Jesus but shared mixed beliefs. Pray for clarity and truth.
🙏 Shon & Bob – Met Marcus, a homeless man who knew Scripture deeply. They prayed with him for strength and provision. They also crossed paths with Joshua from Mesa Hills, faithfully preaching the Gospel.
🌱 Seeds sown, prayers lifted, and cocoa cups emptied — God was at work at the parade.