Tom the Preacher

Do you want to pray for our country but don't know how to do it or where to begin? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer where you will learn specific things you can pray for, and more importantly, we'll do more than talk -- we'll actually PRAY! Scripture Used in Today's Message 2 Chronicles 7:14 Ezekiel 22:30 1 Timothy 2:1-4 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Who do you know that...

Tucker Carlson and Fox News parting ways was the huge news event of the week.  Could it have been caused by a speech he gave at the Heritage Foundation a few days earlier in which he made some profound observations?  What he said that night has particular application to Christians. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. If you want to hear Tucker's speech, you can fin...

Life is filled with troubles, and yet it seems some people can handle stress better than others. We might be wired differently, but there is one secret that can help everyone experience peace in the midst of a storm.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what that "one thing" is. Scripture Used in Today's Message Psalm 46 Who do you know that needs to hear to...

The crowds were amazed at Jesus' teaching because He spoke with authority. They were used to hearing their scribes speak differently. What was the difference? What does it mean to speak with authority? Are YOU to speak this way? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover the answer. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:28-29 Acts 4:31 1 Peter 4:11 Who do you know...

Stormclouds are on the horizon. Some people are going to get ruined; others are well prepared. How about you? Do you know how to prepare for tough times ahead? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what Jesus said about this. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:24-27 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along...

Do you like thinking about Judgment Day? Most of us don't, but ignoring it doesn't make it go away. The best way to prepare is to understand what the Judgment will be like. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what Jesus said about this. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:21-23 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and for...

Can you imagine standing before God on judgment day having been assured you were going to heaven because you said a prayer asking Jesus into your heart, and then discovering you will not enter into heaven? You'd be shocked and filled with regret for all eternity. How can this happen? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what this is talking about -- and to make sure it do...

Where do people go these days to find the Truth? In a culture increasingly given over to lies and deception, the church must stand as the source and beacon of truth. It's not easy, but it's our calling. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more and join me in praying that our churches fulfill this responsibility. Scripture Used in Today's Message 1 Timothy 3:15...

The right tool makes all the difference in whether or not you get the job done. George Verwer was a master in utilizing a tool that most people today are leaving in our evangelistic tool shed. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Romans 10:14 2 Corinthians 9:6 For a pdf version of George Verwer's book, There is Dynamite in Lite...

Do you understand how vicious and cruel our spiritual enemy is? Jesus called him a wolf. Peter called him a roaring lion. But the account in Jeremiah 39 of the fall of Jerusalem paints a picture for us of just how evil our enemy is... and also, how vulnerable we are to his disinformation attacks. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more on this vital subject. Scripture Used i...

Not all "wolves in sheep's clothing" are found within the church. The most dangerous wolves who are causing the greatest harm to the body of Christ are those found in education and entertainment Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer and allow me to explain. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:15-19 Romans 12:2 John 17 Who do you know that needs to hear today&...

There's a new religion known as "wokeism" that is capturing the minds of many young people. And woke ideas are entering the church through "Progressive Christianity." Do you understand wokeism, and do you know what you ought to think about it? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:15-19 2 Corinthian...

Jesus warned his disciples about wolves in sheep's clothing.  Paul gave the same warning. What do these "wolves" look like? Would you know how to spot one? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:15-19 Acts 20:28-32 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along...

We all understand that wolves are dangerous.  But are they more dangerous than a false prophet?  I don't think so! So, we'd best be on our guard against them. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how to spot a false prophet. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:15-19 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to the...

We've lost another giant of the faith. George Verwer, founder of Operation Mobilization, passed away on Friday, April 14th. George profounding affected my life, and whether you realize it or not, may well have affected your life as well. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as I pay tribute to this great man of God. And check out other resources I list below. Scripture Used in Tod...

Our country and our culture are sinking further and further into sexual anarchy. What's a Christian to think about this? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn the answer Scripture Used in Today's Message Genesis 1:27 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along with a prayer that God will use it in their life. To bec...

Are you a victim of decisions made by others? Perhaps to a degree, but you have far more power over your destiny than anyone else does. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how YOUR decisions can affect YOUR destiny. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:13-14 Deuteronomy 30:19-20 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to...

Being on the wrong path in life is no fun. It can even leave you feeling hopeless. If that's you, today's message is for you. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to see how you can get on the right path, and also see a way that won't work if you try it. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:13-14 Matthew 15:18-20 Isaiah 35:8 1 John 1:9 Who do you know that ne...

Jesus said there were two paths in life. In today's Daily Word & Prayer, I offer a simple description that can help you identify which path you're on. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:13-14 Galatians 5:19-23 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along w...

Everyone will ultimately spend eternity in one of two places. You've probably heard of heaven and hell, but do you know how Jesus described those places? Heaven and hell are not imaginary: they really exist Do you understand how your decisions today affect your eternity? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:13-14 John...

Jesus spoke of two gates and two paths that led to two very different destinations. How much do you know about these two paths? Are you on the right path? Are you sure? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 7:13-14 Deuteronomy 30:19-20 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them...

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is one of the three most significant events in history. Has it affected your life? It should! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how. Scripture Used in Today's Message Romans 6:4 2 Corinthians 5:17 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along with a prayer that God will use it in their...

The Christian faith rests on the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.  Disprove the resurrection and our faith is in vain. Prove the resurrection and you prove Jesus is unlike any other figure in history. I've shared my simple, compelling argument for the resurrection with thousands of people. It's easy to learn and remember. You can share it, too! Join me for today's Daily...

Jesus was called by God to bear our sins, meaning He was about to suffer more than any person had ever suffered.  Going to the cross took immense courage. But do you realize Jesus had opportunity to turn back and abandon His mission? In fact, He had at least TEN opportunities to do so. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover those temptations and how He handled them. Scripture...

Thursday of Holy Week commemorates the beginning of Passover -- a meal Jesus earnestly desires to share with His disciples. This was the night Jesus instituted the Lord's Supper. But do you know the connection between the Passover and the Lord's Supper? This is really interesting. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Luke...