Tom the Preacher

Roz and I are celebrating our 46th anniversary today. I want others to have as wonderful of a  marriage as we have had. It starts with honoring God BEFORE you enter into marriage.  Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover how I honored God in choosing my spouse. Scripture Used in Today's Messageaç 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Join us at our Faithwalers Conference, December 27-30,...

It's easy to get discouraged with all the negativity surrounding us. How do we rise above it? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what I do to stay encouraged. Scripture Used in Today's Messageaç Colossians 3:1-4 Join us at our Faithwalers Conference, December 27-30, in Black Mountain, NC.  Go to Faithwalkersconference.com to learn more and to register Who do you...

Where did we get the idea that "all sins are equal"? Is this really what the Bible teaches? Can believing this have negative ramifications? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what the Bible really teaches about some sins being worse than others.  Scripture Used in Today's Messageaç John 19:13 Mark 3:28-30 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Join us at our Faithwalers Confer...

Yes, there is a real God. But there are also false gods called idols. How can we figure out which one to believe in? It might be easier than you think. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Messageaç Romans 1:4 Acts 17:30-31 Join us at our Faithwalers Conference, December 27-30, in Black Mountain, NC.  Go to Faithwalkersconference.com to lea...

Preaching in the free speech areas of campus draws those who won't come to church, but it also allows them to interrupt and mistreat us. It can be quite shocking to those who expect people to act with respect and decorum. So, why do we put up with it? It why should you put up with someone who mistreats you? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answers to these importan...

Today is Yom Kippur -- the highest Holy Day of the Jewish calendar. Yom Kippur means Day of Atonement, atonement being one of the central themes of the Bible.  But has Yom Kippur changed through the years, and if so, what should it be like now? And do you know what "Atonement" means? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more about this very important topic. Scripture...

I have an inspiring video to share of an answer to prayer as a young man who faced a health tragedy rings that victory bell. You'll be inspired!  Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to gain perspective on how our faith grows as we celebrate what God has done. Scripture Used in Today's Messageaç Join us at our Faithwalers Conference, December 27-30, in Black Mountain, NC.  Go...

This is one of the most important questions one could ever answer, and yet most Christians I speak with get it wrong. Find out why in  Today's Daily Word & Prayer, and learn how YOU ought to answer this question. Scripture Used in Today's Message Ephesians 2:8-9, 10 Romans 4:4-5 Romans 11:6 John 3:16 Join us at our Faithwalers Conference, December 27-30, in Black Mountain, NC.  Go to...

Christians are to be known for our love, but we often hear of people leaving the church because of hate and intolerance. Are these accusations legitimate? What should we do about it? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answer to these important questions. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 13:34-35 Join us at our Faithwalers Conference, December 27-30, in Black Mo...

Is "Shopping" for a religion like shopping for an online product? Should I check out other religions before I decide which one to believe? If so, how do I compare religions and choose which one is right for me? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answer to these important questions. Scripture Used in Today's Message 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 Join us at our Fait...

Is happiness the goal of life? What if finding "happiness" requires you to sin? Is it worth pursuing it anyway? Happiness has become the controlling factor in many people's decisions, including their moral decisions. Should it be? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 16:23-26 Hebrews 11:24-25 Join us at our Fa...

The identity of Jesus matters. Muslims say believing Jesus is God in the flesh is a great sin.  Christians say you must believe He is the Son of God in order to be saved and go to heaven. What did Jesus Himself say about this? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 10:28, 30-31 John 14:9 John 17:5 John 5:22-23 John 20:28-29 John...

Jesus calls us to follow Him rather than be conformed to this world. Our nation has become a consumer culture; have we become consumer Christians going to consumer churches? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Join us at our Faithwalkers Conference, December 27-30, in Black Mountain, NC.  Go to Faithwalkersconference.com to learn more and to register Scripture Used in T...

Announcing our Faithwalkers Conference: Speak Lord, I am Listening. What is a Faithwalker? What does it mean to hear God's voice? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Go to Faithwalkersconference.com to learn more and to register Scripture Used in Today's Message 2 Corinthians 5:7 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and forward th...

Salvation isn't about agreeing with me or anyone else; it's about agreeing with God. Never let a gospel conversation become a debate of your opinion versus someone else's opinion. Opinions don't save people; only Jesus can do that. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 5:43-45 John 14:6 Acts 4:12 Who do you k...

On nearly every campus, Muslims argue that without fear of punishment, people would sin all the time. They think this way because they don't understand grace. But then again, a great many Christians don't understand it either. Do you? Find out why in Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn about the motivation to righteousness that is greater than fear of punishment. Scripture Used...

I often use the Bible to prove the Bible; especially to prove the resurrection of Christ. Skeptics say we can't do this because the Bible is written by people who believe. Do I yield to their objection? NO!  Find out why in Today's Daily Word & Prayer. Scripture Used in Today's Message Luke 1:1-4 1 John 1:1-3 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and...

God created everything and God is good. Why then would He create the devil, and by extension, is God then the author of evil? My answer may surprise you. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Isaiah 14:12-14 Ezekiel 28:13-17 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and forward this to them along with a praye...

As we look back on 9/11 22 years later, the church must ask if there are lessons we failed to learn and to teach the nation at large -- and if it's too late now. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. 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 become a TSCM Mini...

I love it when people praise the Lord and the more difficult the circumstances someone finds themselves in, the more inspiring it is if they praise the Lord. But in Today's Daily Word & Prayer, I'll share a story that takes praise to a whole new level. Join me and be inspired. Scripture Used in Today's Message Psalm 150 Hebrews 13:15 Who do you know that needs to hear today&apos...

Would you know what to say if someone asked you why you believe in Jesus? This might be the best question you would ever be asked! Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear what I would say. 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 become a TSCM Ministry Partner, click here...

Prayer makes a difference. Isn't it amazing that God listens to our requests?! And if He listens, we can be confident He will act on what we ask!  But do you know HOW to pray? What to pray for?  Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer as we pray for gospel preaching on America's campuses. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and forward this to them...

When a disagreement arises while engaging in personal evangelism,  our goal is to win the soul, not win the argument. But when we are involved in the public proclamation of the gospel and a disagreement arises, our goal becomes to win the audience, and that usually means we need to win the argument. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Mess...

The gospel spread rapidly in the first century of the church -- this despite severe persecution. How did they do it? Is there something we're missing -- that they did and we need to rediscover? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Acts 6:9-10 Acts 8:1-8   TSCM is looking to hire a Social Media Manager and three people who will...

One of the amazing teachings of the New Testament is that all true believers are PRIESTS! What does that mean? Are there responsibilities that go along with this calling? Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message 1 Peter 2:4-5, 9-10 Romans 12:1-2 Hebrews 13:15   TSCM is looking to hire a Social Media Manager and three people who will tra...