Tom the Preacher

If you want a "Paul" in your life (a mature Christian who can mentor you) then you need to become a "Timothy." What does that look like? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn about Timothy and his relationship to Paul. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:20-22 2 Timothy 3:10 Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"? If...

There's something within us that wants to look up to others. I believe it is a God-given desire to have heroes. Sadly, many of us have exchanged true heroes for idols who can entertain us. Do you know the difference? Do you have heroes? Are you a hero to anyone -- even to your own children? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear how I went from having idols to having heroes....

I was a young Christian and God was working circumstances that would change the course of my life. One night, 50 years ago, was a particular turning point.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear this exciting story. I believe it will inspire you! Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"? If not, you may request a copy on my website, www.åTomthePreacher.com...

Has God ever called you to make personal sacrifices? Probably so. But what was your attitude in making those sacrifices? Did you complain or did you rejoice? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what attitude glorifies God when we go through tough times. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:17-18 Philippians 3:17 1 Corinthians 11:1 Have you read my book, &qu...

Does a "conversion" really matter if the "convert" doesn't follow through with their decision? If we take the Bible at it's word, we must grapple with the possibility of our toil being in vain. Are we sabotaging our own fruit by misleading those we witness to? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what concerned Paul about those he led to Christ...

The world is filled with people who will take advantage of you and drag you down. But there are others who build you up and help energize you. Which type person do you prefer being around? Which type person are you? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn a key factor in being a positive, energizing force toward others. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:14-15 H...

You must own your spiritual growth. No one is going to do it for you. But you are not alone! God is at work in you! He'll do His part if you do yours! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how God works in our lives. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:12-13 Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"? If not, you may request a copy on...

We don't work for our salvation, but we must work out our salvation. If you're not growing, you can't blame someone else. You must take ownership for your own spiritual growth. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to why this is so important and what you must do to work out your salvation. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:12 Have you read my book, &qu...

God seeks worshippers and He is certainly worthy of our worship. But what does it mean to "worship"? Do you need to define the word differently? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover a crucial element of worship that is missing from many of our lives. Scripture Used in Today's Message Genesis 22 Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"?...

Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear the story of a heckler put in his place and how God can break through to the open-hearted. Have you read my book, "Takin' it to Their Turf"? If not, you may request a copy on my website, www. TomthePreacher.com We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending u...

God says Jesus is the name above all names. Do you understand the significance of this and how essential it is to living a victorious Christian life? Most people don't.  And what about the people all around us who thoughtlessly use His name as a cuss word. How should a Christian respond to this? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover why this is more important than you r...

In previous messages, we've already seen good reasons to regard others as more important than ourselves.  But perhaps the best reason takes great faith to embrace. And yet, it was beautifully modeled by Jesus. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how Jesus taught to win in the end. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:8-9 Matthew 20:20-25 1 Peter 5:5-6 Lin...

Scripture tells us to regard others as more important than ourselves. How is this possible?  There are some things you must believe deep in your soul if you hope to live this way. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what those things are and how to embrace them as our own convictions. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:5-8 John 13:1-3 Link to the Christian P...

I was given two pieces of advice before I got married; I share one of them with you today! It's about how to have unity with my wife, but the principle applies to other relationships as well. Unity in your church will unleash God's power and enable you to accomplish great things to the glory of God. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn a key ingredient to maintaining...

Individuals, organizations, businesses -- all want to know they are making progress in life.  Churches want to know, too. But do we measure success the same way a business does? It's a tough question. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 2:1-2 Philippians 1:27 Link to the Christian Post article about Alistair Begg h...

Whether or not to attend a same-sex wedding ceremony raises another question for Christians to consider: Should I attend the wedding of a couple who are already living together? Would it be hypocritical to attend their wedding if I refused to attend a gay wedding? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to get my take on this controversy. Scripture Used in Today's Message Hebrews 13:...

Famous pastor Alistair Begg has been in the news for encouraging a woman to attend the wedding of her grandson who was marrying a transgendered person. Was this good advice? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to get my take on this controversy. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 19:1-8 Link to the Christian Post article about Alistair Begg https://www.christianpost.com/ne...

Do you admire people who exhibited a victorious testimony while suffering for Christ? I do, and I want to know how they did it. How could they rise above hardship they way they did? In today's passage, Paul lets us in on their secret -- a theological perspective we all need to develop toward suffering. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more, Scripture Used in Today&apo...

Salvation is ours through the grace of God. We must never claim to be deserving of this grace, but once we have freely received salvation, we are called to live worthy of this great gift. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how to live worthy of the gospel, Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 1:27-28 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go...

To live is Christ, to die is gain. You may desire this, but practically,  what does it mean to live for Christ?  What does it look like? How can you know if you are doing it? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more, Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 1:21-25 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and forward this to them, along wit...

God has a purpose for your life that includes your senior years.  Our culture declares loud and clear what it thinks our aim in life should be. The Bible seems to have a different message. What about you? How do you look forward to spending your retirement years? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more, Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 1:21-22 Who do you kn...

It's one thing to live for Christ; it's quite another to die for Him. Or, at least, to die well. This concerned Paul and it should concern us as well. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more, Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 1:19-20 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer tha...

Teams, businesses, and individuals all try to beat one another. Certainly, churches don't, do they? Unfortunately, they do. But it's not new; it happened in Paul's day as well.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn his attitude toward it. Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 1:15-18 1 Corinthians 1:10-12 Luke 9:49-50 Who do you know that needs to h...

Like it or not, even though it's ten months away, 2024 is likely to be dominated by news related to our election.  Both history and common sense tell us it will be ugly. Don't get caught off guard. We are called to be light in a dark world. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more Scripture Used in Today's Message 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Psalm 18:2 Who do you know that...

The Apostle Paul said his imprisonment led to the greater progress of the gospel. How could that be? Evidently, when other believers saw Paul suffering for the faith, they felt compelled to preach in his place. Why is this? Why was his courage contagious? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more Scripture Used in Today's Message Philippians 1:12-14 Acts 4:18-21 Who do yo...