The Lord saved me 30 years ago. Prayer has been an important part of my life ever since. Yet, like many Christians, a consistent prayer life has, at times, been elusive. Prayer is easy for some Christians. Prayer is hard for me. To say I've tried everything to change that is likely an overstatement. However, safe to say, I've tried many different things to improve my prayer … [Read more...]
Trial: The State of Iowa (Plaintiff) v. Anthony Edward Miano (Defendant)
On Tuesday, January 9, 2018, I stood trial. I stood accused of Disorderly Conduct: Loud and Raucous Noise, causing distress to people inside a public building. This article will provide a snapshot of the trial, the verdict, and the sentencing. The Parties and the People's Burden Prosecutor, representing the Johnson County and the State of Iowa: Assistant Johnson County … [Read more...]
Prayer Stand: Suggestions for Using This Unique Evangelism Tool
I purchased my Prayer Stand during the Summer of 2011. From the moment I took it out of the bag and used it for the first time, I was hooked. Click here to watch a promotional video I made for the Prayer Stand. And then read the following article for some helpful tips regarding its use. Where to Set Up Your Prayer Stand Where can you set up the Prayer Stand? Answer: anywhere … [Read more...]
From the Miano Family: Thank You for Your Support
It's been a while since I said thank you. There are too many people to thank individually. So, this is written to serve as a collective thank you to whoever may read this and has ever supported me and my family, in any way. The Journey My family's journey into full-time ministry began in 1999. I left my full-time position as a gang investigator with the Los Angeles County … [Read more...]
Project 10-19
In this article, I will introduce a new evangelistic endeavor. I'm calling it "Project 10-19." What Does "10-19" Mean? "10-19" is a Ten-Code used by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (and other law enforcement agencies), which means "return to station." Why Project 10-19 As most of my reader's know, I served for 20 years as a Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriff. … [Read more...]
How Can I Pray for You?
This picture was taken several years ago at a local park. While I cannot remember the young man's name, I remember the conversation. I saw him sitting on the bench, reading his Bible. I engaged him in conversation and learned that he was struggling. He grew up in church, but he knew he wasn't right with God. He was searching the Scriptures for answers. I shared the gospel with … [Read more...]
Penciled Prayers: People of the Book
"Thus says the Lord of hosts: 'Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you, filling you with vain hopes. They speak visions of their own minds, not from the mouth of the Lord. They say continually to those who despise the word of the Lord, "It shall be well with you"; and to everyone who stubbornly follows his own heart, they say, "No disaster shall come upon … [Read more...]
