Truth for Today with Terry Fant

One of the clearest ways to grow in our knowledge of God is to understand what He loves and what He hates. In Proverbs 6:12-19, Scripture reveals seven things that are detestable to the Lord, not because God is harsh, but because each one stands in opposition to His holy character. This message examines God's response to pride, lying, violence, wicked intentions, a passion for sin, false witness,...

As children of God, we have a loving Father who does not leave us to navigate life on our own. In Proverbs 3:1-13, Solomon reveals the wisdom, guidance, and correction that flow from the heart of a Father who desires the very best for His children. True joy is not found in independence from God, but in faithful obedience to His loving leadership. Join us as we discover how God's children can walk...

How does God build a house that no one can tear down? In this message from Psalm 127, Pastor Terry Fant walks through what it means for the Lord to be the builder of our homes — starting with salvation through Jesus Christ, through the design of marriage, and into the calling of raising children as "arrows" aimed at the Kingdom.

Storms are inevitable… but they are also revealing. In this episode, we walk through Matthew 14 and uncovers powerful leadership lessons from Jesus and Peter on the stormy sea. If you’re facing uncertainty, pressure, fear, or leadership challenges in your home, ministry, or daily life, this conversation will encourage you to trust the One who walks on water. 🌊

What if setting boundaries isn’t selfish… but actually biblical? In this episode, we take an honest look at what Scripture teaches about healthy boundaries through the example of Jesus Himself. From guarding your heart to protecting your family, time, emotions, and relationships, this conversation unpacks how boundaries can actually create healthier, more loving relationships instead of destroying...

Comparison is a subtle thief. In Psalm 73, Asaph takes us on a painfully honest journey from confidence in God to frustration, envy, and spiritual confusion. While looking at the success of the wicked, he began to lose sight of the goodness of God, and what started as comparison slowly became a slippery slope away from the Lord. Join us as we walk through Psalm 73 and rediscover this powerful trut...

What is true worship? Is praise about style, instruments, tradition, or something deeper? In this powerful conversation, Terry Fant and Marshall Allred unpack the difference between worship and praise, why God cares more about the heart than performance, and how praise becomes a weapon against the enemy. Whether you lead worship, preach, serve in church, or simply want a deeper relationship with G...

What happens after the storm of betrayal? Can a marriage truly heal and become stronger than before? In this episode, Pastor Terry Fant continues this powerful series on infidelity, restoration, and healing in marriage. Moving beyond "ground zero", this message focuses on rebuilding after betrayal and allowing God to create something deeper, healthier, and stronger than what existed before. This e...

When your heart is weighed down by guilt, weakness, or fear, Psalm 103 reminds us to look again at the unchanging mercy of God. In Part II of “A Very Necessary Pep Talk,” we’re reminded that God has removed our sins, understands our weakness, and reigns forever as King over all creation. The same God who knows us completely still loves us deeply, and that truth gives every reason to rise up and bl...

When your soul feels tired, discouraged, anxious, or forgetful, sometimes the most necessary sermon is the one you preach to yourself. In this message from Psalm 103:1-10, we’re reminded to command our souls to bless the Lord and remember His unchanging benefits: forgiveness, mercy, redemption, and grace. Praise rises when we stop rehearsing our problems and start remembering who God is and all He...

In this powerful episode of Truth For Today, Pastor Terry continues the conversation on surviving infidelity and navigating the painful aftermath of betrayal in marriage. Speaking directly to the one who has committed the betrayal, this message explores the difference between regret and true biblical repentance, the weight of sin, the path toward confession and transparency, and the hope of restor...

Is healing possible after betrayal?   Can a marriage truly be restored after infidelity?   In this episode, Terry speaks directly to those walking through the devastating pain of betrayal and broken trust in marriage. Together, we explore whether healing, forgiveness, and restoration are truly possible when everything feels shattered.   To learn more about the Something Different Marriage Conferen...

Pain has a way of stripping life down to what truly matters. In Psalm 39, David teaches us that suffering can either harden our hearts or deepen our perspective. This message explores how seasons of pain should drive us closer to God, causing us to carefully consider our words, our time, and where we place our hope. Life is brief, fragile, and borrowed, so we must not waste our days chasing what i...

In Psalm 32, David reveals the difference between the misery of hidden sin and the joy of restored fellowship with God. This message explores how true happiness is not found in success, comfort, or self-denial, but in the forgiveness that comes through God’s grace. Concealed sin drains the soul, but honest confession opens the door to mercy, healing, and lasting joy. Through Christ, God not only f...

In this episode of Truth For Today with Terry Fant, Terry is joined by special guest Josiah Smith for a thoughtful and honest conversation about what the Bible actually says concerning sin. Is the popular phrase “sin is sin” truly biblical? Does God view every sin the same way? Thank you for listening to Truth For Today with Terry Fant. If this episode encouraged or challenged you, be sure to shar...

In this episode of Truth for Today, Terry Fant tackles one of the most common cultural phrases: “I was born this way.” Is that idea biblical or misleading? Looking at Scripture, Terry walks through what the Bible says about human nature, sin, and identity. Are our struggles the result of how God made us, or something deeper? From anger and addiction to lust and same-sex attraction, this episode ex...

Are you searching for contentment in all the wrong places? In this powerful message from Psalm 23, Pastor Terry unpacks the difference between living in contentment and living in want — and why the answer isn't about getting more, but about who's leading your life. Whether your marriage feels too far gone, your anxiety won't quit, or you've been trying to be your own shepherd — this message is for...

This message takes a careful look at what real repentance actually looks like: not surface regret, but soul-deep transformation. This kind of sorrow doesn’t end in despair. It restores joy, leans on the Spirit’s help, and overflows into a renewed desire to tell others about God’s grace. In the end, it recognizes the only true way home: not empty rituals, but a broken and surrendered heart before t...

This message walks through the journey of true repentance: honestly facing our sinful nature, recognizing our inability to justify or hide our sin, and owning our guilt without excuse. Sin is never small. It disregards God’s goodness, His Word, and ultimately God Himself. And while forgiveness is real, consequences are too. Yet the story doesn’t end in ruin. Through humble repentance, God restores...

Are we all God’s children? While it may sound compassionate and inclusive, what does the Bible actually say? Through Scripture, we discover a powerful distinction between being created by God and being a child of God. The Bible teaches that while all people are made in God’s image, sin has separated us from Him, and only those who have been born again will become children of God. This message is b...

Culture often treats love as a feeling, but Scripture reveals that true love is a decision of the will, expressed even toward those who hurt us. Jesus calls believers to love their enemies, forgive freely, and reflect the unconditional love God has shown us. This message challenges us to move beyond conditional love and walk in the freedom of Christlike love

Seasons of comfort and success can quietly become the moments when our hearts are most vulnerable. In this message from 2 Samuel 11, we follow David’s journey from a rooftop to ruin and see how an unguarded heart led to lingering temptation, growing desire, and ultimately destructive sin. This sermon reminds us that following our hearts apart from God’s truth leads to spiritual and relational deva...