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Ministry through feats of strength
LANCE CPL. SPENCER M. HARDWICK
Scout Staff

Dunamis Men of Dynamite Power, a Christian ministry group, visited and performed at the Marine Memorial Chapel here Feb. 21. The group travels the country performing feats of strength and preaching the importance of smart decision-making to young people. “They are opening doors and connecting with the youth of this nation,” said Master Gunnery Sgt. Kevin D. Smith, Combat Logistics Regiment - 15, supply staff noncommissioned officer-in charge. "They are really pushing young people to better themselves." Ripping phone books in half and bending steel rods are just a few of the acts the group performed throughout the night Between acts, the men of Dunamis offered personal testimony to serve as examples of how better decision-making can lead to a better life. "We all got together because we have a passion for helping young people," said Tim D. Spigner, a member of the group. "We decided that if we can get through to them while they're young, they will grow up with those beliefs and influence others." The group began spreading its message three years ago. They modeled their ministry after a man who began his work more than 30 years ago.

There was a man who preached in prisons and broke out of handcuffs to get his audience’s attention, said Brett P. Keller, a member of Dunamis. "This type of ministry does these feats of strength to captivate the audience. It also helps us connect with the younger generations."Dunamis has started performing in schools. Although they are a Christian ministry, their focus within the schools is to preach the importance of living a good life. "We can't preach gospel in the school building but we can speak about the importance of things like abstinence and living a drug-free life," said Spigner. The group plans to continue its tour, spreading its positive message to all who choose to listen.

This article appeared in the February 28th, 2008 issue of the Camp Pendleton Scout on Page 1.