David Shupe

David was raised in Ohio. While attending Ohio State University he became a believer in 1972. In order to pursue his desire to know the Lord he withdrew from school and was subsequently drafted into the Army. After serving in the Army for 2 years he moved to Rapid City. He subsequently returned to school and graduated from the University of North Dakota in 1977. Since his graduation David has worked as a physical therapist while receiving additional certifications as an athletic trainer and a strength and conditioning specialist.

David and his wife, Jean, have been associated with Christian Life Ministries in various ways since it’s inception in 1981. After being out of the state for a number of years they returned to Rapid City in 1992. For a number of years after returning to Rapid City David was a member of the board of directors of the ministry until just recently when he resigned from the board to become a member of the counseling staff. He is ordained through Grace Community Ministries in Sioux Falls. David is involved with counseling and teaching at the ministry.

His heart’s desire, not only for himself but also for others, is to know and not just know about the Lord. David believes that knowing Him goes far beyond acquiring more information and “being right." A daily relationship with our Father through the Holy Spirit not only brings meaningful change in the life of the believer but yields a life of thanksgiving and praise to our God – Who is deserving of all praise!