Mobile MOEH Expansion Update

This summer we have been busy advancing our mission. Not only have we traveled many miles in our efforts, but we have almost completed our Mobile Museum of Earth History expansion. Back at the beginning of the year when we announced the expansion, there was uncertainty around the time frame of completion since we knew the amount of design and fabrication that was needed for this task. Then an event that was scheduled for the end of summer with the full collection was upgraded to the “mega” expanded collection. This put a deadline on our expansion that focused us and applied a bit of pressure.

With many hours of head scratching, planning, design and sweat, we slowly brought the expansion together. When we were unsure about new stands needed for our 24-foot wide Pteranodon, the Lord provided. Michael and Amy Harris (supporters from Willow Hill, IL) donated disc blades, while Aaron Lawrence (minister at Barnsdall Christian Church, OK) fabricated the blades into bases and made rods and hooks to hold the fossil. The stands are such a blessing and exactly what we needed to exhibit one of the Lord’s creations. The Lord has continually provided what we've needed from supplies to funds.

I am happy to announce we made it to that event in Mountain View, MO with all of our new expansion pieces. We are not quite done with all facets, but enough is completed to travel and setup everything in our collection. We even threw in the Mammoth skull that is still on the “To Be Determined” list for which collection it will be included. Our event in Missouri was great for the Kingdom. The response to the whole Museum of Earth History was fabulous. For the first time we are able, when need be, to fill an entire gymnasium. It was outstanding to see the reactions of adults and students alike to the museum in their church building.

By no means are the fossils necessary for the Gospel message, but they open doors to some people who may never seek of heavenly things. These tools are continuing to be, as Doc use to call them, “God’s Gospel Lizards.” We are so grateful for the mission that was given to Dr. Sharp 35 years ago to teach the history of Genesis and show the inclusion of all creatures, including dinosaurs, in time. We are able to support the Good News of the Gospel and the reality of eternity, revealing that dinosaurs do not militate against Biblical history, as many in the church may believe.

We are so thankful to all of you who over the years helped us to acquire all the pieces of our Museum of Earth History. Today we strive to continue that message and mission, now bigger than ever. Being able to multiply the impact of the museum in two places at the same time, Ryan and I are thrilled and ready to be used in an even greater way as we divide and conquer for the Lord’s Kingdom. We are now booking both collections together or separate, so if it has been a few years since we shared this message in your church, there is no better time than now to invite us back. Please keep us in your prayers as we move forward in our calling, that new and old doors will be opened to His message.

Please enjoy these pictures from the first ever Mega Rig event, held at Mountain View Christian Church, MO.

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Looking Back

By Matt Miles • March 19, 2026

There are moments in life that we experience the Lord’s Providence, which is the continual guiding and caring of us for His purposes. We may go though trials and suffering now to refine our faith in preparation for eternity. Other times we may see it for the here and now, with the aligning of plans for His purpose in our life, maybe with the opening or closing of a door. Many times we see Providence only in hindsight, looking back on life and seeing His hand working, molding and inspiring us for His plans and to His glory. I can see the Lord’s Providence at many times over the course of my life. Early in my grade school years I developed a love for building models I was recently reminded, along with my father, that we built a train set together in our basement. Following that, I began to build model cars and airplanes. I now know that love of building, tinkering and problem solving was Providence preparing me for this ministry. The Lord taught me early on how to stay focused and pay attention to detail. What I thought was only a hobby at the time is now something I must use on a regular basis in things such as fossil restoration, building crates, trailer and vehicle maintenance for our mobile museum. Later in high school, while active in church, the Lord called me to serve our children’s church ministry. I began to help teach others about Jesus. It seemed insignificant at the time. I remember helping in lesson times and the puppet ministry. I even was cast as “Pastor Rufus” in one of our ongoing puppet skits. My opportunities to share Christ and be an example to those younger than I was tremendous. Again through His Providence, the Lord was guiding me and calling me to ministry. He developed in me the love of teaching His Word to others, priceless to me today. Then in college Providence brought Theresa and I together. The Lord knew exactly who I needed to be my bride for life. She is strong in my weakness and more Christ-like than anyone I know. She is the perfect helpmate and partner for me in ministry as well, which has so far been 34 years, to be exact. Many times the Lord has used her discernment to direct me through a situation that I did not see correctly. I am thankful every day for Providence that brought us together in life and eternal work. As I look back on my life, there are more Providential moments than I have space to write. Most of those times have directly guided me to this specific ministry and my call to preach and teach His Word. Looking back on life and identifying those moments of Providence from the Lord is humbling and awe-inspiring. Please take a moment to remember your own moments when Providence has been evident in your life. This ministry is about identifying Providence from the beginning. His plan from the start is us spending eternity in His presence. Our sin messed some things up, but not His plan. He always has and always will know exactly how to guide and care for us so that we bring Him the glory, now and eternally. There is not a month that goes by that we here at CTF don’t praise the Lord for His Providence through you, our supporters and sustainers. Join with me in thanks for His Providence each day, guiding as only our Creator and Savior could do. Psalms 31:3-5 Blessings.