Tom the Preacher

Fathers are the key to turning our nation back to God! This is the promise, and the warning, found in the very last verse of the Old Testament (Malachi 4:6). I think Satan realizes this, and perhaps he is the one behind the diminishing role of fathers in society. Don't let it happen in your family! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more Scripture Used in Today's M...

Target. Bud Light. Now, the Los Angles Dodgers and Major League Baseball are taking sides in the Culture War. Did they go too far by honoring the anti-Catholic "Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence"? And who won as a result of the major protests at Friday's game Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answers. Scripture Used in Today's Message 1 Kings 18:21 Who...

God's word promises to transform our lives, but with some people, it doesn't seem to be doing so. Why is that? Jesus said you must be "Good Soil" for the word to bear fruit in your life. How can you be good soil? What makes a person "bad soil." Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to when I'll share some things you can do, and some things to avoid doi...

We're all tempted to sin. Did you know Jesus was tempted even more than you are? And yet, He never sinned. How was He able to resist and overcome? It may not be easy to overcome temptation, but if you utilize Jesus' method, it will be easier than you might think. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 4:1-11 James 4:...

God wants you to bear fruit for Him. This will bring Him glory! Do you want to do this? If so, first you must discover what it means to bear fruit for God. Secondly, you've got to decide just how much fruit you want to bear -- a little bit, more than a little, or a whole lot. I think I know what God wants for you and me! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scriptur...

There are such marvelous promises associated with abiding in Christ, and dire warnings with not, that we'd best understand what it means. Do you know what it means? Describe it to yourself in your own words, and then take a look at this video. You might be surprised at how simple, and yet how important, it is to abide in Christ. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover mor...

Jesus promises an abundant life of victorious Christian living. But FIRST, He requires us to take up our cross and follow Him. What's that mean? What cross is God calling you to bear? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Luke 9:23-24 John 12:24-26 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward...

Jesus asked the people why they went out to see John the Baptist? Did they expect to see a reed blowing in the wind? No, but what did they expect.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 11:7-10 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 i...

With the indictment of Donald Trump, America is entering uncharted territory. Or are we? Are there lessons from history that we should be learning at this particular juncture? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Micah 6:8 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along with a pray...

It takes a special kind of evil to hurt children, and yet we're seeing it happen more and more. Jesus has some strong words for those who harm children. If He's concerned about them, don't you think we should be as well? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how. Scripture Used in Today's Message Luke 17:1-2 Psalm 127:3 Malichi 2:15 (NLT) Who do you know tha...

Fear is one of the greatest hindrances to living the life God calls us to live. It undermines proper decision-making and paralyzes us from taking the bold, faith-based, obedient actions God has for us. We all have fears and we must learn to overcome those fears. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 10:28 Joshua 1:9 Mark 14:32...

Jesus gave us a "New Commandment" that sounds an awful lot like an older commandment known as the Great Commandment. What's the difference? It may seem small and insignificant, but it's not, and failure to notice the difference may be preventing us from having a greater impact for Christ in our world. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Use...

You were created to have a relationship with God -- receiving His love and loving Him in return. This is God's command to us and our duty as His created beings, but it is also the thing that gives our life meaning. How do you love God? What's it look like? How do you grow in love for God? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answers. Scripture Used in Today's...

Throughout Scripture, we are called to repent and come to God. What does this mean?  Why is the message of repentance so unpopular (and even mocked) in our day? Was it a popular message in Jesus' day? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to find the answer to these and other questions about Jesus' preaching that men should repent. Scripture Used in Today's Message Mark 1...

God has granted us everything pertaining to life and godliness! And He provides it abundantly!!! But the world, the flesh, and the devil try and steal it away. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer and be inspired to hang on to what God has given you no matter what the world throws your way Scripture Used in Today's Message 2 Peter 1:3-4 For the Song I referenced. today, Sing and N...

Choosing not to purchase from "woke" corporations has recently picked up momentum.  The business world is shocked at how Bud Light and Target have suffered as a result of promoting the LGBTQ agenda. Should you join this boycott? How about other companies that are also favorable toward values Christians should reject?  Are there other considerations in making these decisions? Join me for...

Perhaps you have a Bucket List of things you'd like to do someday before you die. But Jesus said to be ready for His return, so have you prepared a Rapture List? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what that might entail. Scripture Used in Today's Message Luke 12:35-40 Titus 2:11-13 Romans 12:11-12 John 9:4 For the Song I referenced. today, Sing and New Song by Kimb...

Many people think Jesus' purpose was to unite everyone and bring world peace. Others think that the only way there can be unity in the world is to abandon religion, for religion divides. Whose right? What did Jesus say about this? And is peace the goal or is there something higher we should be shooting for. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what Jesus has to say about...

Jesus came not to judge the world, but to save the world.  Unfortunately, many people think just the opposite -- that Jesus just wants to judge them. Why is that? Do we Christians play a role in this misunderstanding? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn why this happens and what you can do about it. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 3:17-21 For the Song I referenced...

God's Truth is a treasure and should be treated as such. Surely, Jesus treated the word of God as something to be valued and protected. He didn't just give it to anyone. Are you the type of person to whom God will reveal His truth? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what type of person you need to be to learn the secrets of the Lord.  Scripture Used in Today's...

Memorial Day is more than the beginning of summer; it is a time to honor those who have fallen in battle to preserve our freedom. What's the best way to honor them on this day and every day? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear some personal stories that will inspire you to do so.  Scripture Used in Today's Message John 15:13 For the Song I referenced. today, Sing and...

June is upon us and you know what that means -- Pride month. A time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ movement and agenda. How should a Christian look at this? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to see what Scripture would say about this. Scripture Used in Today's Message Romans 1:26-27 1 Peter 5:5 For the Song I referenced. today, Sing and New Song by Kimball and Christine, click here ht...

God entrusts things to those He can trust. Trust is earned through being faithful with what we already have. Do you want God to give you more opportunities to serve? More responsibilities? More people you can influence?  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn three principles of faithfulness that will help you understand how God will grow you and your influence. Scripture Used i...

Everyone wants to be successful in life. But who defines success for you? Your upbringing? Your schooling? Your peers? Have you wondered how Jesus defined it? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how Jesus defined success for Himself and how we can apply that to our lives. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 17:4 John 4:34-35 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Who do you know that needs...

There are steps we need to take if we want to see the gospel go forth and lead to a harvest of souls. The answer might be in plain sight, and yet so many seem to be missing it. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn what Jesus said we should be doing to bring on that harvest. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 9:35-38 Mark 16:15 Romans 1:16 2 Corinthians 9:6 For the...