Tom the Preacher

Perhaps the greatest piece of music ever written was Messiah, composed by George Frederic Handel. Many people, including Handel himself, consider this composition to be miraculous in nature. Do you know why? Have you heard the story behind this great piece of music and how no one, humanly speaking, could have ever foreseen it coming? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more....

Emmanuel, the name given to Jesus!  What's it mean? God with us. And He is! This is one of the oldest Christmas songs we sing... and one of the most profound. Not only is this song filled with hope and promise, but the story of its translation into English will inspire you if you've ever felt people and circumstances are against you. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to le...

Are you faithful to God?  Would He consider you to be one of His "faithful ones"? If so, join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as we pray together to remain faithful to the Lord! Scripture Used in Today's Message Luke 18:8 2 Corinthians 5:7 Luke 16:10 Matthew 25:21 ************** Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God in a personal way?   Check out my vid...

On today's Daily Word & Prayer, we pray for God's blessings upon our final two weeks of 2021. Come join us and be encouraged! Scripture Used in Today's Message Psalm 65"11 Romans 8:31-39 ************** Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God in a personal way?   Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&...

Christmas songs talk about angels a lot more than we do. Who are these heavenly beings?  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to find out. Traditional Christmas Carols have been sung by believers throughout the world for generations.  Their simple beauty and timeless message have brought hope, warmth, and cheer to millions. Sadly, those carols are largely lost in our generation. Let&ap...

Did you know O Holy Night was the very first song ever broadcast over radio waves? That's not the only fascinating thing about this carol. Traditional Christmas Carols have been sung by believers throughout the world for generations.  Their simple beauty and timeless message have brought hope, warmth, and cheer to millions. Sadly, those carols are largely lost in our generation. Let's re...

Traditional Christmas Carols have been sung by believers throughout the world for generations.  Their simple beauty and timeless message have brought hope, warmth, and cheer to millions. Sadly, those carols are largely lost in our generation. Let's reclaim them!!! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn about the classic carol, Hark, the Herald Angels Sing. Much of my info f...

Traditional Christmas Carols have been sung by believers around the world for generations.  Their simple beauty and timeless message have brought hope, warmth, and cheer to millions. Sadly, those carols are largely lost in our generation. Let's reclaim them!!! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn about the classic carol, Joy to the World. Much of my info for this series c...

Traditional Christmas Carols have been sung by believers around the world for generations.  Their simple beauty and timeless message have brought hope, warmth, and cheer to millions. Sadly, those carols are largely lost in our generation. Let's reclaim them!!! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn about the classic carol, Away in a Manger Much of my info for this series co...

It takes faith to follow Christ. His is the "Narrow Path," but it's the better way! It leads to life, whereas those who never enter, or who forsake the Lord, are on the path to destruction. The way we've chosen is BETTER because it's God's way. We don't claim that WE'RE better, or smarter, or more righteous, but that GOD is BETTER!!!! Join me for today'...

Naomi's Gift, written by Scott Freeman, is one of my favorite "Christmas stories." Based on a true story, it uncovers the deep moral conflicts a good man once faced. We'll read it in today's Daily Word & Prayer. I hope you'll enjoy it as much as I do. To order Naomi's Gift or other books by Scott, go to www.bigpicturepublishing.com For information on our Fait...

What do Tom Brady, Michael Jordan, and Nick Saban all have in common? They're winners. Actually, they're super winners!  There's something inside of them that believes they'll win every time! You may not be any good at sports, and you might not even be competitive, but you should still be a supper winner at LIFE.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover how...

Sometimes, it's really hard to feel as if God really loves us. Circumstances seem to indicate He's forgotten us. But what's true? And what should I believe when life just isn't working the way it should? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Romans 8:35-39 1 John 3:1-2 For information on our Faithwalkers Conferenc...

What a radical thought: That God is FOR us! Do you believe that about yourself? How might YOUR life change if you did? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Romans 8:31-32 Hebrews 12:7-11 For information on our Faithwalkers Conference, December 29--January 1, go to  https://faithwalkersconference.com/ ************** Do you want to ha...

Do you have trouble loving other people? Most of us do. Is there a solution? The best one I've found is to get filled up with the love of God and then let that love flow through you to others! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Matthew 5:43-48 1 John 4:19 Galatians 5:22 John 7:37-39 Ephesians 3:16-21 For information on our Fa...

There is a desperate need for love in our world today. Humans were made to love. People need to receive love, and to be emotionally healthy, we need to give love. But what does real love look like? Do we properly define it? In our search for love, do we know what we're looking for? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Genesis 1...

Today marks the second day of Advent as we anticipate the coming of God's promised Messiah. God's promises came in the form of prophecies so we could recognize the Messiah when He came. Today we take a look at some of those prophecies. Don't take these for granted; no one else has ever fulfilled prophecy as Jesus did! Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. S...

What is Hanukkah all about? Is it just an opportunity for Jews to give gifts during this holiday season without having to call it "Christmas"? Does Hanukkah have significance for Christian believers? Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more. Scripture Used in Today's Message John 10:22:30 John 8:12 Matthew 5:16 Special thanks to Joshua Aaron https://www.youtube...

Your financial giving can make a difference, but what difference are you trying to make?  What problem are you wanting to solve? And how does God look at your giving? Are you really a "partner" with those you support financially? Your money is like seed that you can sow into a ministry, so sow your seed well. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer learn how to do that. Scriptur...

Do you express your gratitude toward those who've had a godly impact on your life? Do you want the individuals and ministries that blessed you to be a blessing to others? If so, get behind them with your financial gifts.  God will take the financial seed you sow into their ministry and multiply it greatly. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as we identify those who have blessed...

I don't know if you've noticed, but a lot of churches don't have very many young people in them. This is like a slow-motion train wreck coming out way. Failure to reach young people means a church is dying a slow death. That's only one reason we need to be reaching young people and winning them to Christ. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear a number of othe...

Spiritually interested people used to come to the church seeking God. That's far less likely to happen today. The enemy has slandered the church so effectively that many people have just written it off. Do we just give up on those people? No! We need to GO To the people. In fact, this was Jesus' original model. Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn learn more. Scriptu...

Would it surprise you to hear that not every Christian organization preaches the gospel? Obviously, the "Social Gospel" groups don't, but sadly, even many who believe the gospel don't proclaim it very often or with much urgency.  And, yet, the gospel is of utmost importance and should be at the heart of ALL mission activity. And if you want your money to count,  proclaiming the...

With so many good charities and ministries we can support with our financial gifts, how do we decide where to give? In today's daily word and prayer I make an important distinction between giving charity to the poor and partnering with evangelistic or educational missions.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn about this distinction so that you can exercise more wisdom in...

Is good stewardship marked by sacrificial living or by generous giving -- or both? In today's message, I share about my journey of stewardship and how God has taught me different things at different stages of life.  Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to hear more. Scripture Used in Today's Message Proverbs 11:24-26 Luke 16:9 For information on our Faithwalkers Conference, D...