Ryan M Marks

Author: Ryan M Marks

Ryan loves to hike, strategy games and learning. As a thinker and slight introvert with the heart of an apologist and expositor, much of Ryan’s writing has sought to build a case for Christianity for the unbeliever and encourage a faithful walk with God for the Believer. He loves to use mass communication for the sake of the Gospel and the Church. #expository-apologetics #theology #BibleStudy #discipleship Ryan knew that his sin deserved Hell and as a young boy, asked the Lord Jesus Christ to forgive Him. It was not until He was about 12 years old that he came to understand that the Lord called Him to more than just forgiveness of His sin. Jesus came so that all who come to Him are not only forgiven but have a personal relationship with Him (John 17:3). About the age of 15, the Lord called Ryan to ministry and began throwing open unsolicited opportunities to preach. Since that time, Ryan has served in various forms of ministry but has a particular heart for the local church and equipping Believers through teaching the Word of God. Ryan has earned the Gold Medal of Achievement from Royal Rangers, a B.A. in Communications from Thomas Edison, and an M.A. in Theological Studies from Liberty University. He has also completed a doctoral course in Biblical Exposition from Liberty University in 2020. Ryan has authored multiple books mostly focused on Bible study and Theology. Most have been self-published, while a few have been picked up by Ichthus Publications. Personal Statement “My desire is to serve my Savior Jesus Christ and glorify Him. To that end, I believe He has called me to minister to the American Church. My hope is to serve as a teaching/discipleship pastor, continue authoring Bible studies for churches, equip other elders according to 2 Timothy 2:2, and teach as an adjunct professor for the sake of the Gospel and making deeply rooted disciples of Jesus. In short, a trivocation of teaching, pastoring, and writing. My prayer and desire is that my “life message” be Matthew 6:33, Colossians 1:27c-29, and Psalm 71:17-18.”

May 14, 2021 Ryan M Marks Vocation

How to pick a job?

I saw this on a friends timeline. A good perspective on choosing a "career": "Choose that employment or calling in which you may be the most serviceable to God. Choose not that in which you may be most rich or honorable in the world; but that in which you may do the most good, and … Continue reading How to pick a job?

May 13, 2021 Ryan M Marks Gospel and Dominion, Lifestyle, Recommended/Resource

What Can We Learn from Solomon?

“There are many lessons we can learn from the life of Solomon. First, when we seek God with all of our heart, He will be found (1 Kings 3:3–7). Second, those who honor God will be honored by Him (1 Kings 3:11–13; 1 Samuel 2:30). Third, God will equip us to accomplish the tasks He … Continue reading What Can We Learn from Solomon?

May 12, 2021 Ryan M Marks Devotion, Discipleship, Doctrine, Lifestyle, Ministry, Theology

Money isn’t Everything

Of all the resources the Lord has given you: giftings, talents, abilities, relationships, time, etc... money is actually the least important. Jesus didn't have much money on this earth; nor did Paul or the Apostles but they were used by the Lord to change the world! Money isn’t your limitation.

May 12, 2021 Ryan M Marks Ministry, Recommended/Resource

Snuggie Theology

"I think a lot of well-intended preachers adopt a Snuggie Theology when they find themselves in churches of a few hundred people and discover an incredible pressure to grow. The attendance isn't what was hoped for, and the offerings are down. Before they know it has happened they gauge success not by their faithfulness to … Continue reading Snuggie Theology

May 11, 2021 Ryan M Marks Ministry

The Lord Must Be the One

The Lord must be the one that builds a ministry in numbers and that sustains the people involved. Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. Psalms 127:1 (KJV) All Christians must remember that the Lord must be … Continue reading The Lord Must Be the One