Rick Thomas | Your Daily Drive

Your wife is a reflection of you, your skill, and your leadership style. The grade you give your wife is the same grade that reflects how you have led her. To grade her is to grade you. How are you doing at learning, leading, and loving your wife? Read Here: http://rickthomas.net/husband-its-time-to-grade-your-wife/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the world? You can...

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Since the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States, it seems our country has exploded with riots, twitter nation is blowing up daily, and the Hollywood echo chamber has hit an all-time high decibel level. The hyperbolic response to his presidency surprised some individuals. They knew America was divided but did not realize the severity of the polarization. The truth...

Last week the Clemson Tigers defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide in the national championship game for college football. One of the star players for Clemson said that God wanted them to beat Alabama. Did God want Clemson to beat Alabama? You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/god-want-clemson-beat-alabama/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the world? You can...

Earlier this week (January 2017) a young man was abducted by four young people in Chicago. They tied him up and tortured him. They ran a live stream of the violence on Facebook Live. Does this surprise you? What do you expect from a culture that makes light of violence? Read Here http://rickthomas.net/facebook-live-violence-surprised/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to...

You like smoking. It's your habit, but you know it's an addiction because you can't walk away from it. Smoking controls you. You also love Jesus, but you're not sure how to connect the Gospel to your smoking habit. Where do you begin? How do you kick the habit? Read Here http://rickthomas.net/i-resolve-to-quit-smoking-a-ten-step-process/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content...

Main Idea – My wife regularly uses unkind words to hurt me. I've made mistakes, but there are no amount of things I can do to change the past or win her favor. Our struggles have been going on for two decades. I've confessed my sins and asked for forgiveness, but she seems not to know how to be kind to me, though she is kind to nearly everyone else. What is her core problem? And what else can I do...

Shows Main Idea – You want to help a friend but he is rejecting you. Perhaps it's a child, parent, or another relative. What are some things you can do to help someone who does not want your help? Here are ten considerations that will guide you as you seek to help your friend. You can find the show notes here http://rickthomas.net/ten-things-that-will-help-the-person-who-is-rejecting-you/ Will you...

How does a coequal hierarchy practically work out in a marriage where the husband demands he has the final say in all matters? My opinion is not evaluated on its merit; I'm told to obey him or I'm not obeying the LORD. How am I to respond to my husband? You can find the show notes here http://rickthomas.net/does-biblical-submission-mean-my-husband-has-final-say-in-all-decisions/ Will you help us s...

Negative, critical, and suspicious people do not rest in the practical and active goodness of God on their behalf. Cynicism is not a hopeful spirit that trusts the LORD. The Bible has a cure for the Christian Cynic. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/cynicism-is-a-numbness-toward-life/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the world? You can become a suppo...

Shows Main Idea – What are some helpful ideas when counseling couples together? I'm not looking for content like how to counsel anger or unforgiveness, but I'd like to know some of the methods you use or think about when you meet with couples. This podcast gives you ten great ideas. You can find the show notes here http://rickthomas.net/ten-great-ideas-when-caring-for-couples/ Will you help us so...

Lucia (my wife) was diagnosed with breast cancer on 11.01.16. This is an update about the process the LORD has us in. You can also find fuller updates on our family blog here rickandlucia.com Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the world? You can become a supporting member here rickthomas.net/recurring-membership/ Or you can make a one-time or recurring donation(s) here...

Perfectionism is a fear-motivated response from a person not comfortable with who she is. She realizes something is wrong with her. She senses an “internal awkwardness.” She is not comfortable in her skin. Rather than fleeing to God to fix what is wrong, her solution is a “do it yourself” attitude. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/connecting-the-gospel-to-perfectionism/ Will you...

When your spouse sins, who pays for it? Do you make her pay for what she did wrong or do you take her to Jesus and show her how His death is enough punishment to remove her transgressions? You can find the article http://rickthomas.net/do-you-make-your-spouse-pay-for-her-sin/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the world? You can become a supporting member here rickthoma...

Silo Christianity is when believers draw lines that separate themselves from those in the culture who need the Gospel. Their primary methods of talking to those on the other side of the fence are criticism and condemnation. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/silo-christians-do-not-enter-the-culture-they-yell-at-them/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to t...

Each year in the states we have Black Friday. It is the unofficial kickoff of the Christmas season. If you're planning to camp out for a good deal, I recommend thinking like a Boy Scout: Be Prepared. Here are eight practical things to know for a night on the sidewalk. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/all-you-need-to-know-for-camping-out-on-black-friday/ Will you help us so we ca...

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The NFL ratings have dropped and the suits are perplexed as to why people are disinterested in their game. Many reasons have been proffered, all of them carrying some merit. One of the least discussed reasons are the players they put on the field each week. Read Here http://rickthomas.net/nfl-ratings-decline-because-of-the-players/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the...

If you are a blogger or podcaster and want to increase your reach, it's imperative you understand what people are looking for and why they choose to listen to one person but not the other person. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/why-people-wont-listen-to-you/

Before you were born, your parents were not as boring as they are now. They had a lot of fun, doing all kinds of things. Without the responsibility of children and all the other things that go with a family, they were pretty cool. They became boring after they started paying your bills, cleaning your clothes, and listening to you talk about yourself. You can find the article here http://rickthomas...

Your grandparents had a different word for mundane: They called it opportunity. As odd as it may seem, some of your greatest blessings are hidden from human wisdom. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/finding-god-in-your-mundane-life-will-change-your-life/

Teenage years are confusing years. They are hard years. Expectations are high and purpose in life questions are frustrating. Some teens have it worse than others. I was one of those teens. This letter is to any teen who has not unraveled the mystery of life. I hope it will encourage you. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/letter-to-a-teen-six-things-you-need-to-know/ Will you help...

The two greatest things that could ever happen to a couple is for them to live in the overflowing awareness of God's unmerited pleasure while experiencing each other's undeniable affection. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/does-your-spouse-know-you-are-for-himher/

The peace of God comes to you in three ways. (1) God gives it to you. (2) You have to think on the right things to have God's peace. (3) God's peace will either be helped or hindered by those closest to you. You can find the article here http://rickthomas.net/one-powerful-practical-way-give-peace-someone/

What do you want to be when you grow up is one of the most mysterious questions you can ask a person. Planning your future is not an easy task. It takes time, insight, and wise advice. Read Here http://rickthomas.net/planning-your-future-what-do-you-want-to-do-with-your-life/ Will you help us so we can continue to provide free content to the world? You can become a supporting member here rickthoma...