Tom the Preacher

"I Have Decided to Follow Jesus" is a simple folk song that has inspired many to do just that -- follow Jesus! It's good to declare our faith and our intention to be a disciple of Jesus. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as we do just that! Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 4:19 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward...

God answers prayer. What an awesome thought to realize He hears us when we pray! And our neglect of prayer might be our greatest failure in life. So join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as we take 15 minutes to pray. Scripture Used in Today's Message Jeremiah 33:3 Philippians 4:6 John 16:23-24 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to th...

Jesus said His disciples are the light of the world. Are you shining brightly? Are people seeing your good works and glorifying your Father who is in heaven? If not, join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how to make this happen. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 5:13 John 8:12 John 1:4-5 Genesis 1:3-4 Philippians 2:14-16 Who do you know that needs to hear today&apo...

Jesus said His disciples are the salt of the earth. That's a high calling that carries great responsibility. Do you know what it means to be the salt of the earth and how you can fulfill this calling? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn the answers. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 5:13 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and f...

Everyone likes to be liked. But following Jesus means there will be times we won't e liked. We'll be rejected -- even persecuted. If this happens, you MUST look at it properly. Failing to do so can be catastrophic to your Christian life. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how to handle persecution in a way that turns it to your good.  Scripture Used in Today's...

In the seventh beatitude, Jesus blesses those who are peacemakers. Are you a peacemaker? How do you become one? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover the answer to these and other important questions about how you can be blessed by God.  Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 5:9 Matthew 10:34 Ephesians 6:14 2 Corinthians. 5:20 Who do you know that needs to hear toda...

Jesus said the pure in heart will see God. Is it even possible to have a pure heart? I believe so. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover why it's possible to have a pure heart and how you can develop one yourself! Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 5:8 Matthew 23:25-26 Hebrews 12:14 Malachi 3:2-3 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ah...

The Aaronic blessing was first given way back in the days of Moses. It's been put to music many times.  In today's Daily Word & Prayer,  we look at the popular song, The Blessing, and think of its application to our lives. Scripture Used in Today's Message Numbers 6:22-27 Matthew 5:3-12 Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them al...

Jesus Revolution is the story of Chuch Smith, Greg Laurie, and the Calvary Chapel, which were at the center of the Jesus Movement in the late 60s. In today's Daily Word & Prayer I share some thoughts on what happened then and can it happen again now. 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...

The world can be a hard place. People holding grudges and wanting to settle scores. This is no way to live, certainly not if you are a citizen in the Kingdom of God. God has shown us mercy and He wants us to show it to others.  Do you understand what mercy is? If so,  join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead a...

Sin doesn't satisfy, but righteousness does. Do you believe that? And if so, are you still seeking satisfaction in sin? If so,  join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer and let's break free from seeking satisfaction in all the wrong places. 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...

Meekness is an oft-misunderstood word. But we ought to grasp its meaning, for it defines true Christ-like spirituality. And the promises God makes to the meek are incredible. 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. Scripture Used...

It's good to be happy, wouldn't you agree? And yet, Jesus says those who mourn are blessed.  Why is that? And what are they mourning about? 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. Scripture Used in Today's Message M...

Jesus gave eight descriptions of a "Blessed" person that are radically different than what we might naturally think. But if you truly want God's blessing, you've got to understand, seek, and embrace these qualities. Do you know how to do that? 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 for...

God sends revival. We can't manipulate Him into it.  But one thing is for sure: revival won't last long unless Jesus is supremely exalted. Is that only done in the songs we sing? No, it's done in the lives we live. 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 pra...

Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as  share some of my reflections from our trip to Israel and invite you to join us as we travel there again next year. 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 https://www.tomthepreacher.com/support...

You may know the story of Peter denying the Lord before the rooster crows. But did you know at that very moment someone else was showing tremendous courage?  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 Ministry Partn...

It's easy to think of the Bible as a bunch of inspirational, but unrelated, stories. Actually, the Bible is one unfolding story that you and I are part of. Most of this story takes place in the land of Israel. I'll be leading a tour of Isreal over the next two weeks and delivering my Daily Word & Prayer from here for all to see. Come join us on today's video for Day #1. Who do y...

After a blatant glorification of being "Unholy" at the Grammy's last night, it would be good to remind ourselves what Scripture says about being holy. Join us 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. Scripture Used in Today...

Do you verbally express your love to God? It's important to do so, but sometimes we have difficulty finding the right words. That's where a song can help. Join us for today's Daily Word & Prayer as we look at a simply song that helps us tell the Lord we love Him. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along with a prayer that G...

We make lots of decisions every day -- some big, some small, and some we're not even conscious of. Do you understand WHY you make the decisions that you do? Join us for today's Daily Word & Prayer where we'll see two decisions you can make that will lead to easier good decisions in the future. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to...

We often say, "I'll pray about it," when referring to a decision we need to make. What's that mean? How do we actually do it and not just say we will? Join us for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover how to pray about decisions we need to make, and how to hear back from God. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them a...

Most decisions are made out of selfishness. If so, you can be sure they weren't good decisions. Jesus shows us a far better motive that is behind every great decision. Join us for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover what that motive is and how you can start making better decisions in your life. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to...

Some people lack discernment. They make big mistakes and keep right on making more mistakes. Are you like this? If so, life must be painful. It doesn't need to be. Join us for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn how you can develop better discernment for future decisions. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them along with a prayer t...

We've all made decisions that, had we done more research, had more information, or simply thought about it a bit longer, we would have saved ourselves a lot of trouble. These types of poor decisions often end up costing us a bunch of money.  But there are some hasty, uninformed decisions that can be ever more costly. You don't ever want to make these decisions without full, accurate info...