Tom the Preacher

Children disobey. That's what children do. No matter how much you love them, it's just part of their nature to defy their parents. What do you do when this happens? Ignore and hope it will go away? Or proactively address it? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what the Bible says about this. Scripture Used in Today's Message Ephesians 6:1-4 Proverbs 22:15 Prove...

Every parent wants their child to turn out right -- to be a successful person. But it doesn't just happen. Parents play a huge role in what kind of an adult that child will one day be. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn the very first, foundational thing a child must learn if they are to grow up properly. Scripture Used in Today's Message Ephesians 6:1-4 Proverbs 2...

Children are a gift from God. Be grateful for them and make sure you love them. But with that gift comes great responsibility in raising them because children are quite impressionable. Who's gonna raise your children? Do you have a vision for what they will become? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.  Scripture Used in Today's Message Psalm 127:3 Deuteronomy 6...

Technology is changing the world. It has even changed our ability to have, or not to have, children. And that has radically changed how people think about sex, and even their purpose in life. We begin a new series today looking at these changes and asking whether or not we should go along with the trend, beginning with whether or not we should even have children. Join me for today's Daily Wor...

The Archbishop of York, of the Church of England, recently created quite a stir when he called for unity in the church while at the same time questioning whether it was appropriate to refer to God as "Our Father" as is taught in the Lord's Prayer. Or did he? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what really happened.. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthe...

Do you give up or become discouraged when you face tough times --  when your own weaknesses and vulnerabilities are exposed? These are the times we need to know and claim the promises of God.  That's when His strength shows up in our lives. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Pslam 91 Who do you know that needs to hear today&a...

For many people, "religion" has a negative connotation. Jesus certainly had conflict with religious people -- the Scribes and Pharisees. But did Jesus come to bring us religion? Or was He after something else? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 14:6 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead...

When it comes to God, can't a person believe whatever they want to believe? Is it ever right to tell a person they're wrong? These are important questions. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how the Bible answers them. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 14:6 Leviticus 10:1-4 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12 Isaiah 57:15 Who do you know that needs to hear today'...

With so many different religious paths, how can someone believe Jesus is the only way to the Father? Aren't there other good people of other religions? These are important questions. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how the Bible answers them. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 14:6 Romans 3:23 Romans 6:23 1 Peter 3:18 1 Corinthians 15:3-5 John 1:12-13 Who do...

It's the Fourth of July. Let's celebrate Independence Day. But let's also take a sober look at what we have made of "freedom." The very concept has been redefined by Progressives who keep pushing the boundaries of rebellion against God. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to understand better what freedom is and what it isn't Scripture Used in Today'...

Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free. Ronald Reagan

Our history is filled with heroes, and unfortunately, villains as well. Heroes inspire us. We can learn from villains, but they can also make us ashamed of our past. Does it seem like these days we hear more about the villains than the heroes?   Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn the inspiring story a heroic pastor who helped secure our freedom in the founding of our nation....

Our country was founded on freedom from tyranny. But this battle to be free continues. Today, we even struggle to define the terms! The Supreme Court rendered major decisions this week regarding freedom and an important film is being released on the Fourth of July that addresses modern-day slavery. Some people are being set free, others are not. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to...

God gives LIFE! He created it and it's everywhere around us. But so is death. It can be depressing to see that everything dies.  Depressing, that is, until you realize the hope found in Jesus -- the Resurrection and the Life. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.   Scripture Used in Today's Message John 11:25-26 John 5:28-29 John 5:24 1 John 5:11-12 Who do you k...

Those who belong to Jesus will hear His voice and follow His lead. At times, it seems risky to follow Him, but it's downright dangerous not to! And the benefits are so incredible! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.   Scripture Used in Today's Message John 10:11-14, 27-28 Psalm 23 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message?  Go ahead and forward t...

God has his sheep and the devil has his goats. And the two don't peacefully coexist. We want the devil's folks to be saved, and he tries to invade the flock of God. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.   Scripture Used in Today's Message John 10:7-10 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along with a pra...

Life was In Jesus, and this life was the light of men. Later, He claimed to be the light of the world. What an amazing statement! But then He tells us we, too, are to be the light of the world. The world's a dark place, and it needs us to shine. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.   Scripture Used in Today's Message John 1:4-5, 8-9 John 8:12 Matthew 5:14-16 Ph...

Jesus claimed to be "the Bread of Life." If we want real life, we need to "eat the flesh of" Jesus. What?! Can He be serious? How can we even do that today? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to what Jesus meant and how to put His words into practice.   Scripture Used in Today's Message John 6:35 Matthew 4:4 Deuteronomy 8:3 John 6:26,27, 49-50 Who do you know...

Many states deemed church "non-essential" during the COVID lockdowns of 2020. Unfortunately, some of us developed the habit of simply watching the church service online as a legitimate substitute for being there in person. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to why this is NOT the way to go.    Scripture Used in Today's Message Hebrews 10:23-25 Who do you know that need...

We live in a fallen world. There's much to trouble our souls. But God wants us to be ENcouraged even when we are surrounded by difficult and troubling circumstances.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover why you should keep your head up and your hope alive. It will be encouraging!   Scripture Used in Today's Message Romans 8:31 Joshua 1:9 Ephesians 1:18-19 Who do...

After His resurrection, Jesus told His followers to preach the gospel to the whole world. If you're a believer in Jesus, you have a part to play in this mission. We don't all have the same role, but we're all a vital part of the team. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more about what part you can play in world evangelism.   Scripture Used in Today's Mess...

Hell, eternal judgment, is a scary thing. I don't know anyone who likes to talk about it. But it's real. How do we know? Jesus described it in explicit detail. And it's not somewhere you want to go. In fact, it's not somewhere we want anyone to go. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more about this uncomfortable truth.   Scripture Used in Today's Mes...

Have you had past failures you're ashamed of? Join the club! Do you think your failure disqualifies you from God using you to do truly significant things with your life? Think again! No one could fault you for thinking that, but your thinking is probably wrong. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover how God wants you to look at failure.   Scripture Used in Today's M...

Want to move some mountains? All you need is faith the size of a mustard seed. Then why aren't we seeing more mountains move? In today's Daily Word & Prayer, I share a few reasons why we're not moving mountains -- reasons that might not be too difficult to correct.  Come join me and let's move some mountains! Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 17:20 2 Corinthian...

Jesus claimed to be THE way, THE truth, and THE life. Pretty exclusive, wouldn't you say? This may not sit well with many in our postmodern age, but believers should understand WHY Jesus said this and we should never be ashamed of this statement. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more Scripture Used in Today's Message John 14:6 Acts 4:12 2 Corinthians 5:21 John 3:...