Mark Green “Dare To Believe Again”
I would like to share my insights on putting a Low Power (LPFM) Broadcast Facility on the air.
Even though you are small you are significant in the Kingdom of God. I read that most churches in America have a population of about 70 people. I was a part of one of those churches for years. We had great music, great preaching, and people were blessed! I didn’t understand why our church did not become bigger. But, we didn’t quit because we were not a MEGA CHURCH. The Lord met with us at our church and we experienced His Presence.
I run an LPFM that reaches a segment of the population in one of the biggest markets in America, Houston, TX. Our station, 101.5 KLJJ is located in the north Houston suburb of The Woodlands. We are in the shadows of much more powerful Christian radio stations but I know KLJJ is making an impact on its listeners. Just dare to be different in what you offer through your programming. The testimonies will come in. You may only be 100 watts, but God will use that signal if you are true to your mission.
Recently, I contacted a national advertising agency and because I wanted to air a particular program on KLJJ they represented. When I was advised that I needed to have a particular piece of equipment to receive their programs they asked, “Oh you are a low power station?” I said yes and he replied they may have an old piece of equipment we can use. He said it was received back from a station that did not want to air their programs any more. Then, he sent me a very long contract to use this old equipment. I felt slighted. Did this gentleman not see the value of our LOW POWER FM station? You may know the feeling if you have an LPFM, because your station is not 100,000 watts. But don’t let anyone make you feel little because you are an LPFM.
You are spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ!
Believe me, most stations are not 100,000 watts. God will Bless your station no matter what the power is. Today we have apps, podcasts and You Tube, plus many more platforms to get the signal out. I look at it like this: a low power station is way better than a “no power” station.
It’s so easy to look down on someone who is not in your shoes. It takes a lot of Faith to believe God will provide the money for your your station, even before you go on the air. It can be a battle to raise the funds from the start, so the construction permit doesn’t run out.
If you have an LPFM keep believing your ministry is reaching somebody. You may not have a CEO that receives a large yearly salary, or have a big staff. But, what did Jesus do, He left the 99, to go after the one sheep that strayed!
Ideas are the currency of the universe. Your broadcast ministry can and will make a difference in your community.
Keep believing the Lord is using you and your ministry. If your team goes to the Super Bowl everyone on the team gets a Super Bowl ring! Our team is going to win, if we don’t quit! Stay encouraged! The bigger the battle the bigger the victory!
If you have any questions about raising the money or operating an LPFM please feel free to reach out.
Mark Green is the President of Lion of the Tribe of Judah Ministries, Inc. an organization dedicated to sharing the Gospel and serving communities. An ordained minister, he has served as pastor, associate minister, and praise and worship leader. Mark brings decades of broadcast leadership experience from the 16 Radio and TV Stations he has served, including his role as General Manager of 101.5 KLJJ for the past 10 years. He is also a top-performing Lexus sales consultant and a graduate of Southern Nazarene University. Mark lives in the Houston, Texas metro area and enjoys riding motorcycles. Reach mark at markgreenusa@me.com or 281/960-9000.