Tom the Preacher
He's publicly preached the gospel and defended the faith on campuses for over 40 years. Now he brings that wisdom and experience online where no topic off-limits as he helps us integrate God's truth into all aspects of life.
Episodes
1909 episodes
How God Has Loved Me These Three Months Since Losing My Wife
These past three months since losing my wife have been the most difficult time of my life. But God has shown me His love in very personal ways. I know many of you have been praying for me, so in Today's Daily Word & Prayer, I'll give my thr...
The Power of Your Words: Do You Build Up or Tear Down Others?
I can't recall my wife having ever said anything intended to tear me down. What an amazing thing for a husband to say about his wife! Was it her personality, or did she apply a Biblical teaching that you and I can do as well? Join me for Today'...
Finding Peace When You Should Be Anxious
Our world gives us plenty of reasons to be anxious and worried. Jesus told us that we will have tribulation in the world, but He also gives us a command (take courage), and a promise ("I have overcome the world"). How do we "take courage"? How ...
There's a Reason God Woke You Up This Morning
Do you realize God gave you sleep last night and He woke you up this morning? Yes, He's that intimately involved in our lives! Do you know why He woke you up this morning? I know why, and He has unique ways of reminding me. Join me for Today's ...
If You Could Only Choose One ...
I asked a hundred people: If you could only have one, would you choose ten million dollars, worldwide fame, or go to heaven?" Which would you choose? And if someone were to look carefully at your life, which would they think you are choosing? T...
God Will Guide You Until, and Upon, Your Death
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones (Psalm 116:15). Are you one of His "godly ones"? If so, you can look at death differently from others. Sure, it hurts when someone dies. But for our loved ones and us, we know tha...
Living in Light of One Day Dying
There's no escaping it; we're all going to die. How should a Christian think about death? How should we live in light of one day dying? Do we think about this painful event differently than unbelievers do? Join me for Today's Daily Word & P...
Why Death is Both an Enemy and a Necessary Blessing
Can you imagine living in this world if no one died? Just think of all the pain people would have to endure with no hope of ever escaping the disease, aching joints, a deteriorating mind, and a whole host of other infirmities. Although death is...
Why Do People Die?
Death is a terrible thing. We were reminded of this last week as we remembered 9/11 and Charlie Kirk. We'll all face the loss of a loved one and we'll all die. Have you ever wondered why? Why would a loving God have death be a part of His plan?...
Brokenhearted? How God Can "Bind Up" Your Wound
How can you mend a broken heart? You can't. But God can! If you are in this condition, it's vital that you understand what God is doing and how He is working with you. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer for some practical advice on how...
Got Trouble Today? Learn from God's Past Victories!
Sometimes it seems like God allows us, or even brings us to difficult places that seem overwhelming. Yesterday, I was reminded of a tough time I experienced 49 years ago. I didn't know how I'd get through it. But, somehow, with the help of God,...
How Can You Mend a Broken Heart? I Found the Answer!
Have you ever had your heart broken? Most of us have, so if you haven't, watch out! It's coming! I found a vital answer that was right under my nose the whole time: We can't heal a broken heart, but God can! Join me for Today's Daily Word &...
3 Things to Be Excited About: Two Make Sense, One Doesn't
In Romans 5, Paul gives us three reasons to rejoice, glory, and exult. We tend to get excited about other things (temporal things) rather than these eternal truths. We need a change of perspective. But, we especially need that transformed think...
Don't Stay Stuck: Trust God for a Breakthrough
King David referred to God as "the Master of the Breakthrough." Just like water can break through a dam, God is able to break through when we are suffering and flood us with His grace, love, and joy. I experienced this yesterday! Join me for To...
If You Care about Hurting People, This Message is for You
Do you see the hurting people all around us? Jesus did, and He was moved with compassion for them. That compassion moved Him to action, both for Himself and His disciples -- and it should move us to action as well. Join me for a special L...
Temporary Pain vs Eternal Glory
"I'm sorry for your loss, but she's in a better place now." For weeks after my wife passed, those words rang hollow. My pain was so great that I couldn't appreciate that Roz really was in a better place. My attention was fixed on the temporal r...
The Grief of Dying with Unfinished Business
I come to you today from Roz's art studio, where she had some unfinished art projects. It's sad for me to see these, but I think God left them as a reminder of the importance of preparing for the end of life and realizing I don't have forever t...
Rediscovering Purpose After Your Life's Been Shaken
It's hard to be happy if your life has no purpose. Traumatic loss rocks our lives and can rob us of any sense of purpose we previously had. So, how do we discover, or rediscover, purpose once we've been through such a life-altering experience? ...
Grief Made Me Feel Older; What I'm Doing About It
Losing my wife closed a big chapter of my life. Looking back on memories, both pleasant and painful, makes me feel older. Do you want to get old? Most of us don't. But life happens, and God has a purpose for us even when age requires us to make...
Moving Forward in Grief with a Story to Tell
If you've suffered great loss, you don't "move on" from it, nor does your life ever get "back to normal." You have a wound that will be with you the rest of your life. But that wound need not be debilitating. Rather, we integrate our pain and o...
Pain & Grief are in Your Future: Prepare for it Now
Preparing for death is about a LOT more than writing a will and other end-of-life documents. Having recently lost my wife, I now believe that preparing for the grief and heartache of loss is far more important than how to distribute your financ...
Figuring Out How to Get Unstuck in Your Grief
Suffering loss is painful. It's only human to grieve over it. Some people get stuck in their grief, and it sours them for the rest of their lives. Others become sweeter through their painful struggles. In Today's Daily Word & Prayer, I will...
Getting Back Up When Life Knocks You Down
When traumatic life events, such as the loss of a loved one, occur, I believe we need to let the grief do its work. The pain has a purpose and can make you a better person. But if we're not careful, the pain can master us and we never recover s...
Two Months of Pain, But Light is Breaking Through
It's been two months since Roz passed. I've been flooded with emotions that I'm not used to . It's been the toughest two months of my life. Join me for Today's Daily Word & Prayer as I give an overview of some of these feelings and share wh...
Grief Journey: Finding Release from Regrets and Self-Condemnation
What do you do with regret after losing a loved one? They're gone, and now you can't correct or make right something you said or did, or didn't say or do. It's too late. These feelings can haunt you with guilt and lead to self-condemnation. The...