Ah-ha Moments - The Missing Ingredient
Tom Shrader explores the biblical concept of contentment as the often-overlooked component necessary for spiritual maturity. Drawing from 1 Timothy 6:6-8 and Philippians 4:11-13, he demonstrates how Paul learned the secret of contentment - being satisfied with God's provision rather than constantly pursuing more possessions, achievements, or circumstances.
How To Remove Anxiety From Your Life
Tom Shrader addresses anxiety in a world of constant change, drawing from Jesus' parable of the rich fool in Luke 12 and Paul's teaching in Philippians 4.
How To Benefit From Adversity
Tom Shrader explains that life has inevitable cycles of good and bad times, and that everything in our lives is either caused or allowed by God.
James Session 10
Tom Shrader addresses the source of quarrels and conflicts within the church, identifying selfish ambition and worldly pleasures as the root cause.
James Session 9
Tom Shrader teaches through James 3:13-18, contrasting two types of wisdom: earthly wisdom marked by bitter jealousy and selfish ambition versus heavenly wisdom that is first pure, then peaceable and gentle.
James Session 3
Tom Shrader examines James 1:5-12, emphasizing how believers should seek God's wisdom during trials while trusting His sovereignty without demanding specific outcomes.
Lets Get On The Same Page
Tom Shrader introduces a study of 2 Timothy by examining the book of Ecclesiastes, where Solomon demonstrates that life 'under the sun' (apart from God) is utterly meaningless despite pursuing pleasure, wealth, wisdom, and achievement.