Early Priority Living Lessons

In this section, Tom’s early Priority Living messages from the 1990’s and early 2000’s are available. These lessons were originally recorded and distributed on cassettes.

The Young Tom audio lessons are organized alphabetically by series. Use the arrows on the right side of each series title to view additional messages within that study.

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A Test for Eternity (1994)

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What Is a Christian?
What Is a Christian?

Tom Shrader examines 1 John 2 on testing authentic Christian faith doctrinally and morally

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Are You a Christian?
Are You a Christian?

Tom Shrader teaches what it means to be a Christian from John 3 - salvation by grace not works

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Blue Jean Theology (1996)

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Blue Jean Theology Part 10
Blue Jean Theology Part 10

Tom Shrader on James 3:13-18 contrasting earthly vs heavenly wisdom, purity, and Christian living

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Blue Jean Theology Part 15
Blue Jean Theology Part 15

Tom Shrader teaches James 5 on integrity, spiritual weakness, and the power of honest prayer.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 14
Blue Jean Theology Part 14

Tom Shrader teaches James 5 on the danger of earthly riches and living with eternal perspective

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Blue Jean Theology Part 13
Blue Jean Theology Part 13

Tom Shrader teaches James 4:11-17 on judging others and making plans with godly humility

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Blue Jean Theology Part 12
Blue Jean Theology Part 12

Tom Shrader teaches on James 4 about resisting worldliness through submission to God and humility

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Blue Jean Theology Part 11
Blue Jean Theology Part 11

Tom Shrader teaches on James 4 about the source of conflicts and the war between flesh and spirit.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 9
Blue Jean Theology Part 9

Tom Shrader teaches James 3:1-12 on controlling the tongue and its power to reveal the heart.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 8
Blue Jean Theology Part 8

Tom Shrader teaches James 2:14-26 on distinguishing real faith from false faith and dead works.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 7
Blue Jean Theology Part 7

Tom Shrader teaches on James 2:1-13, addressing favoritism and partiality in the church community.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 6
Blue Jean Theology Part 6

Tom Shrader teaches James 1:19-27 on moving from hearing God's Word to doing it in practical faith.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 5
Blue Jean Theology Part 5

Tom Shrader teaches from James 1 on God's testing vs Satan's tempting in Blue Jean Theology Part 5

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Blue Jean Theology Part 4
Blue Jean Theology Part 4

Tom Shrader teaches on faith through trials from James 1, showing how God uses hardship for growth.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 3
Blue Jean Theology Part 3

Tom Shrader teaches on trials and testing from James 1, showing how God uses hardship wisely.

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Blue Jean Theology Part 2
Blue Jean Theology Part 2

Tom Shrader teaches from James 1:2-8 on finding joy in trials and how God uses suffering for growth

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Blue Jean Theology Part 1
Blue Jean Theology Part 1

Tom Shrader begins James study on practical Christianity, trials, and being doers of God's Word

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Christianity 101 (2004)

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What Goes on in a Local Church
What Goes on in a Local Church

Tom Shrader teaches on the essential role of local church from Hebrews 10:23-25 in Christianity 101.

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Salvation in Action
Salvation in Action

Tom Shrader explains salvation through Christ crucified alone, not religious works or church

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Part 6 - The Depravity of Man
Part 6 - The Depravity of Man

Tom Shrader explains human depravity from Romans 3 - why all people need salvation

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The Lord Jesus Christ
The Lord Jesus Christ

Tom Shrader examines Jesus Christ's deity through John's gospel seven I am statements in session 4

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God the Father
God the Father

Tom Shrader teaches that Christianity is belief-based doctrine, not behavior, from John 5.

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The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit

Tom Shrader explores the Holy Spirit's role in salvation and Christian life from John 3

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Biblical Reliability
Biblical Reliability

Tom Shrader teaches biblical reliability from 2 Timothy 3:16, establishing Scripture's authority.

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Doctrine
Doctrine

Tom Shrader teaches why sound doctrine matters for every Christian from 1 Timothy 4

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Christmas (1999)

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Gifts: Who's on Your List?
Gifts: Who's on Your List?

Tom Shrader explores gift-giving motives & Christ as God's ultimate gift in this Christmas message

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Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner

Tom Shrader teaches practical wisdom for handling family conflict and unrealistic expectations

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Dumb Mistakes: How to Avoid Them (2004)

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Act 15 - Adding to the Gospel
Act 15 - Adding to the Gospel

Tom Shrader teaches from Acts 15 on salvation by grace alone, warning against adding to the gospel

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Acts 12 - Accepting Glory That Isn't Yours
Acts 12 - Accepting Glory That Isn't Yours

Tom Shrader warns against accepting glory belonging to God from Acts 12 and Herod's judgment

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Acts 5 - Mistaking Control for Ownership
Acts 5 - Mistaking Control for Ownership

Tom Shrader examines Acts 5 story of Ananias and Sapphira, teaching stewardship vs ownership

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John 12 - Standing En Masse Against Evidence
John 12 - Standing En Masse Against Evidence

Tom Shrader teaches on peer pressure and faith from John 12, warning against crowd rejection of Christ.

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1 Chronicles 21 - Trying to Find Safety in Numbers
1 Chronicles 21 - Trying to Find Safety in Numbers

Tom Shrader teaches on David's census mistake, warning against trusting wealth over God's security.

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Judges 14-16 - Mistaking Lusts for Love
Judges 14-16 - Mistaking Lusts for Love

Tom Shrader teaches on love vs lust from Judges 14-16, showing commitment over feelings in marriage

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1 Kings 20 - A Few Drinks Never Hurt Anyone
1 Kings 20 - A Few Drinks Never Hurt Anyone

Tom Shrader teaches on alcohol and wisdom from 1 Kings 20, challenging believers to choose wisely.

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Exodus 17 - Failure to Fear God
Exodus 17 - Failure to Fear God

Tom Shrader teaches on the fear of God as the foundation for avoiding life's dumb mistakes.

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Getting Control (2004)

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Getting Control Over Your Career
Getting Control Over Your Career

Tom Shrader teaches on career fulfillment from Ecclesiastes, showing true satisfaction comes from God

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Getting Control Over Your Appetite
Getting Control Over Your Appetite

Tom Shrader teaches biblical time management from Proverbs - schedule control through wisdom

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Getting Control of Your Schedule
Getting Control of Your Schedule

Tom Shrader teaches biblical time management from Proverbs - invest your schedule as your greatest asset

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Getting Control of Your Finances
Getting Control of Your Finances

Tom Shrader teaches biblical principles for financial control from Proverbs on work and stewardship

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How to Find Meaning in a Collapsing World (2000)

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2 Timothy 4 - Fighting the Good Fight
2 Timothy 4 - Fighting the Good Fight

Tom Shrader teaches 2 Timothy 4 on fighting the good fight and finishing the course faithfully.

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2 Timothy 3:8-17 - Follow Paul's Example and Trust Scripture
2 Timothy 3:8-17 - Follow Paul's Example and Trust Scripture

Tom Shrader teaches 2 Timothy 3:8-17 on following Paul's example and trusting Scripture's authority

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2 Timothy 3:1-7 - Last Days Character
2 Timothy 3:1-7 - Last Days Character

Tom Shrader teaches 2 Timothy 3:1-5 on last days character traits and false godliness.

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2 Timothy 2:1-10 - Mentoring and Spiritual Warfare
2 Timothy 2:1-10 - Mentoring and Spiritual Warfare

Tom Shrader teaches on focused Christian service from 2 Timothy 2, using soldier illustrations

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2 Timothy 1:7-18 - Stirring Up Your Gift and Not Being Ashamed
2 Timothy 1:7-18 - Stirring Up Your Gift and Not Being Ashamed

Tom Shrader teaches on spiritual gifts and gospel boldness from 2 Timothy 1:7-18

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2 Timothy 1:1-6 - Paul's Foundation for Faithful Ministry
2 Timothy 1:1-6 - Paul's Foundation for Faithful Ministry

Tom Shrader teaches 2 Timothy 1:1-6 on Paul's apostolic calling and God's promises in Christ Jesus.

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How to Stay Afloat in a World that’s Circling the Drain (2002)

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New Spiritual Strategies for a Changing World
New Spiritual Strategies for a Changing World

Tom Shrader teaches five spiritual strategies for thriving in a changing world from Acts 2.

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New Relational Strategies for a Changing World
New Relational Strategies for a Changing World

Tom Shrader teaches on biblical relationships - being givers, neighbors, friends and lovers

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New Career Strategies for a Changing World
New Career Strategies for a Changing World

Tom Shrader teaches on work and career from Ecclesiastes 2, offering biblical strategies for purpose

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Things You Will Never Hear in Polite Conversation
Things You Will Never Hear in Polite Conversation

Tom Shrader exposes fallacies of trusting worldly security, calling believers to confidence in God.

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Removing Anxiety From Life
Removing Anxiety From Life

Tom Shrader teaches from Luke 12 on removing anxiety through trusting God's promises and priorities

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How to Handle Adversity
How to Handle Adversity

Tom Shrader teaches on benefiting from adversity by considering God's character during trials

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How to Stay Straight in a Crooked World (2001)

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Thirst for Daily Renewal
Thirst for Daily Renewal

Tom Shrader teaches on daily spiritual renewal from 2 Corinthians 4, encouraging perseverance

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Expect Suffering & Grow From It
Expect Suffering & Grow From It

Tom Shrader on Romans 8:28 - why Christians must expect suffering and grow from it as God's tool

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Rejoice in the Freedom of the Cross
Rejoice in the Freedom of the Cross

Tom Shrader teaches on Christian freedom: freed from sin's bondage yet enslaved to Christ.

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Learn to be Content
Learn to be Content

Tom Shrader teaches biblical contentment from 1 Timothy 6, showing godliness plus contentment equals gain.

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Speak the Truth Boldly
Speak the Truth Boldly

Tom Shrader teaches on bold witnessing from Romans 1:16 in session 7 of staying faithful

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Make the Invisible God Visible
Make the Invisible God Visible

Tom Shrader teaches on making God visible through displaying spiritual fruit over fleshly deeds

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Integration of Our Faith
Integration of Our Faith

Tom Shrader teaches on integrating Christian faith throughout all areas of life from Philippians 3

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Live Life Confidently
Live Life Confidently

Tom Shrader teaches on overcoming fear and living confidently as Christians from Philippians 1:6

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Making Godly Decisions
Making Godly Decisions

Tom Shrader teaches on making godly decisions through Scripture, Spirit, and godly counsel.

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Learning for Life
Learning for Life

Tom Shrader teaches on lifelong learning and Bible study for spiritual growth and loving God

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The Final Authority
The Final Authority

Tom Shrader teaches on biblical authority from 2 Timothy 3:16 in a morally confused world.

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Integrity Under Fire (2005)

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Daniel 6 - Integrity Over Intrigue
Daniel 6 - Integrity Over Intrigue

Tom Shrader teaches Daniel 6 on maintaining integrity under hostile circumstances and pressure.

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Daniel 5 - Application Over Accommodation
Daniel 5 - Application Over Accommodation

Tom Shrader teaches on pride and integrity from Daniel 5, examining Belshazzar's downfall and Daniel's faithfulness.

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Daniel 4 - Clarity Over Confusion
Daniel 4 - Clarity Over Confusion

Tom Shrader teaches from Daniel 4 on God's sovereignty and the danger of pride in prosperity

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Daniel 3 - Confidence Over Cowardice
Daniel 3 - Confidence Over Cowardice

Tom Shrader teaches on courage and convictions from Daniel 3 - standing firm even without guaranteed deliverance

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Daniel 2 - Integration Over Segmentation
Daniel 2 - Integration Over Segmentation

Tom Shrader teaches Daniel 2 on integrating faith into every area of life, not just private

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Daniel 1 - Creativity Over Compromise
Daniel 1 - Creativity Over Compromise

Tom Shrader teaches Daniel 1 on maintaining Christian convictions in hostile environments

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Jesus was Born to Die (2001)

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The Announcement of the Birth
The Announcement of the Birth

Tom Shrader teaches on the virgin birth from Matthew 1, connecting Christmas to Easter and salvation

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Four Great Myths that Define our Times
Four Great Myths that Define our Times

Tom Shrader exposes four cultural myths Christians must understand to be effective missionaries

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John: The Essence of Life (2003)

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Take Two Miracles & Call Me in the Morning
Take Two Miracles & Call Me in the Morning

Tom Shrader teaches on John 6 miracles and Jesus as the bread of life, election doctrine explained

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A Salvage Operation on the Sea of Life
A Salvage Operation on the Sea of Life

Tom Shrader teaches on Jesus' restoration of Peter in John 21 and priorities in Christian life

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Who Do You Trust?
Who Do You Trust?

Tom Shrader teaches on Christ's peace and Thomas's doubt from John 20 in this expository sermon

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We Didn't Know Who You Was
We Didn't Know Who You Was

Tom Shrader teaches on John 20 and the resurrection, showing how God opens spiritual eyes to see.

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What Would You Ask Jesus?
What Would You Ask Jesus?

Tom Shrader examines Jesus' trial before Pilate in John 18-19, revealing God's sovereignty in suffering

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Why Can't People Figure it Out
Why Can't People Figure it Out

Tom Shrader teaches John 13-14 on Christ's exclusivity, warning against religious deception

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A Miracle to Die For
A Miracle to Die For

Tom Shrader teaches on Jesus raising Lazarus in John 11, emphasizing belief brings eternal life.

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Wrapping up the Great Debate
Wrapping up the Great Debate

Tom Shrader teaches eternal security from John 10, showing Jesus as Good Shepherd vs false leaders

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What it Takes to See Jesus
What it Takes to See Jesus

Tom Shrader teaches on spiritual blindness from John 9 - how God opens both physical and spiritual eyes

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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Water Cooler
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Water Cooler

Tom Shrader examines Jesus and the woman at the well from John 4, on barriers and living water

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Nick at Night
Nick at Night

Tom Shrader teaches on being born again from John 3 - spiritual transformation through God alone

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Introduction to John
Introduction to John

Tom Shrader introduces John's Gospel study, revealing Jesus as the eternal Word who gives life

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Just Do It (2004)

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The Job Isn't Finished Until the Inspector Signs Off
The Job Isn't Finished Until the Inspector Signs Off

Tom Shrader teaches on leadership from Nehemiah 1-6, showing faithful service in ordinary work.

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If All Else Fails
If All Else Fails

Tom Shrader teaches from Nehemiah 6 on leadership under attack and staying focused on mission.

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The High Cost of Leadership
The High Cost of Leadership

Tom Shrader teaches on servant leadership from Nehemiah 5 - true leaders are givers not takers

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You Can't Run a Healthy Project With Hurting
You Can't Run a Healthy Project With Hurting

Tom Shrader teaches from Nehemiah 5 on how internal sin can halt God's work and leadership

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You Can't Be a Winner if you Never Went to War
You Can't Be a Winner if you Never Went to War

Tom Shrader teaches from Nehemiah 4 on overcoming opposition through prayer and vision focus.

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Who Are the People Who Are Supposed to Do It
Who Are the People Who Are Supposed to Do It

Tom Shrader teaches on leadership and teamwork from Nehemiah 3 - mobilizing people for God's work

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If You Can't Build Consensus You'll Never Build the Wall
If You Can't Build Consensus You'll Never Build the Wall

Tom Shrader teaches on building consensus from Nehemiah 1-2, showing how to enlist support for God's work

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The Foundation for Greatness
The Foundation for Greatness

Tom Shrader teaches on leadership from Nehemiah 1 - how God uses ordinary people with tender hearts

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Life Management (2001)

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Dogmatism
Dogmatism

Tom Shrader teaches on Christian dogmatism from John 14:6, calling believers to be uncompromising.

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Focus
Focus

Tom Shrader teaches on maintaining focus in life management, using Christ's ministry as a model.

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Perspective
Perspective

Tom Shrader teaches on gaining godly perspective over short-term thinking from Luke 10

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Freedom
Freedom

Tom Shrader teaches on spiritual freedom from Luke 12, showing how to break free from bondage.

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Control
Control

Tom Shrader teaches on control and deliberate living from Matthew 4 in this life management series

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Excellence
Excellence

Tom Shrader teaches biblical excellence from Luke 2:52, showing how to reach God-given potential

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Purpose
Purpose

Tom Shrader teaches on finding life purpose beyond marketplace success from Matthew 1 and John 1

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Living to Win (2005)

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Living to Win Over Uncertainty
Living to Win Over Uncertainty

Tom Shrader teaches on overcoming uncertainty in finances, relationships, health and death

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Living to Win Over Stress
Living to Win Over Stress

Tom Shrader teaches biblical approach to stress management through five foundational truths

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Living to Win Over Loneliness
Living to Win Over Loneliness

Tom Shrader teaches on overcoming loneliness through friendship, marriage, and relationship with God

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Living to Win Over Worthlessness
Living to Win Over Worthlessness

Tom Shrader teaches on God's valuation of believers from Matthew 6, showing Christ's worth.

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Living to Win Over Fear
Living to Win Over Fear

Tom Shrader teaches on overcoming fear through biblical contentment from 1 Timothy 6

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Living to Win Over Anxiety
Living to Win Over Anxiety

Tom Shrader teaches on overcoming anxiety from Philippians 4, replacing worry with prayer and God's peace

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Living to Win Over Weakness
Living to Win Over Weakness

Tom Shrader teaches on winning over weakness from Romans 7 - practical steps for the Christian

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Living to Win Over Guilt
Living to Win Over Guilt

Tom Shrader teaches on overcoming guilt through Christ's forgiveness in this Living to Win series.

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Questions You Have Always Had (2003)

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Part 3: Questions You Have Always Wanted to Ask
Part 3: Questions You Have Always Wanted to Ask

Tom Shrader explores Calvinism and God's election in salvation from 1 Corinthians 2 and Romans 9

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Part 2: Questions You Have Always Wanted to Ask
Part 2: Questions You Have Always Wanted to Ask

Tom Shrader tackles tough questions on homosexuality, Catholicism & salvation by grace through faith

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Part 1: Questions You Have Always Wanted to Ask
Part 1: Questions You Have Always Wanted to Ask

Tom Shrader answers questions on end times, heaven & marriage from 1 Thessalonians 4

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Reflections from the Top of the Heap (2002)

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Ecclesiastes 12 - Bullets at the Back of the Book
Ecclesiastes 12 - Bullets at the Back of the Book

Tom Shrader concludes Ecclesiastes series: life finds meaning only through fearing God and keeping His

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Ecclesiastes 8-9 - Pondering the Paradoxes of Life
Ecclesiastes 8-9 - Pondering the Paradoxes of Life

Tom Shrader teaches on life's unfairness from Ecclesiastes, showing God's sovereignty over paradox

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Ecclesiastes 6-8 - Coming to Grips with Reality
Ecclesiastes 6-8 - Coming to Grips with Reality

Tom Shrader teaches on Ecclesiastes 6-8, exposing delusions about satisfaction and control in life.

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Ecclesiastes 5 - Fresh Perspectives on Prosperity
Ecclesiastes 5 - Fresh Perspectives on Prosperity

Tom Shrader teaches on money and contentment from Ecclesiastes 5, warning against materialism

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Ground Rules for Dealing With God
Ground Rules for Dealing With God

Tom Shrader teaches five ground rules for relating to God from Ecclesiastes 5 with reverence.

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Ecclesiastes 4 - Why Doesn't It Work at Work
Ecclesiastes 4 - Why Doesn't It Work at Work

Tom Shrader teaches on work and contentment from Ecclesiastes 4, calling for balanced stewardship.

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I Can't Get No Satisfaction
I Can't Get No Satisfaction

Tom Shrader teaches Ecclesiastes 2 on Solomon's pursuit of happiness through wealth and pleasure

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Ecclesiastes 1 - The Truth Behind the See-Through Suit
Ecclesiastes 1 - The Truth Behind the See-Through Suit

Tom Shrader teaches from Ecclesiastes 1 on Solomon's wisdom about life's meaninglessness under the sun

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Sexuality by Design (1999)

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Sex in Marriage
Sex in Marriage

Tom Shrader teaches on God's design for sexual intimacy in marriage from 1 Corinthians 7.

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Sex and Marriage
Sex and Marriage

Tom Shrader teaches on God's design for marriage and sexuality from Genesis 2 in this 1999 message.

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Sex by Force
Sex by Force

Tom Shrader teaches on protecting families from cultural compromise and prioritizing children

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Unplanned Pregnancy
Unplanned Pregnancy

Tom Shrader teaches biblical view of abortion, arguing unborn are human with hope for forgiveness

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Homosexuality
Homosexuality

Tom Shrader teaches on homosexuality from Scripture in part 4 of Sexuality by Design series

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Graphic Depictions
Graphic Depictions

Tom Shrader warns about pornography's effects from 2 Samuel 11 - what we see affects our thoughts

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Marital Fidelity
Marital Fidelity

Tom Shrader teaches on marital fidelity from Genesis 39, calling believers to honor marriage vows

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Consenting Adults
Consenting Adults

Tom Shrader teaches on biblical sexual purity and God's design for sex within marriage boundaries

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Stand Alone

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EVBC Summer Camp 6/11/2009
EVBC Summer Camp 6/11/2009

Tom Shrader teaches on heart transformation, informed minds, and radical love from Romans 3-5.

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Mark 8 - The Basics of Christianity
Mark 8 - The Basics of Christianity

Tom Shrader teaches on Christianity's basics from Mark 8 - Christ's identity and discipleship.

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Life Lessons Learned: Don't Waste Your Cancer - From the Writings of John Piper
Life Lessons Learned: Don't Waste Your Cancer - From the Writings of John Piper

Tom Shrader on James 1:2-5 and John Piper's letter about not wasting cancer through trials

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Reality - Facing Mortality and Eternity
Reality - Facing Mortality and Eternity

Tom Shrader teaches on mortality and eternal judgment, calling for repentance and faith in Christ

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Survival Through the Cycles of Life (2005)

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When You Want to Get Even
When You Want to Get Even

Tom Shrader teaches on Joseph's forgiveness in Genesis, showing how to respond to betrayal with grace.

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In A Capitalistic System
In A Capitalistic System

Tom Shrader teaches from Genesis 41-47 on Joseph's wisdom in economic cycles and stewardship.

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When your Network Fails
When your Network Fails

Tom Shrader teaches from Genesis 40 on serving faithfully when relationships disappoint.

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As a Candidate for Advancement
As a Candidate for Advancement

Tom Shrader teaches from Genesis 41 on Joseph's rise to power, showing how character prepares us.

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As a Person of Integrity
As a Person of Integrity

Tom Shrader teaches on integrity from Genesis 39, showing Joseph's faithfulness in trials.

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As a Mover and a Shaker
As a Mover and a Shaker

Tom Shrader teaches on Joseph from Genesis 37, showing God's sovereignty in difficult circumstances.

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