Ah-ha Moments - Expect Suffering
Tom Shrader addresses the reality that suffering is a normal part of the Christian life, not an exception. Drawing from John 16:33 where Jesus promises tribulation, and James 1:2-4 on considering trials as joy, he explains that hardships serve as spiritual aerobics to build endurance and reveal God's character.
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.
How To Benefit From Adversity
Tom Shrader teaches that adversity is inevitable in life and that believers can benefit from it by being coachable and willing to learn.
Sardis And Philadelphia
Tom Shrader briefly touches on the dead church at Sardis before focusing on Philadelphia, the church with no recorded weakness.
Smyrna
Tom Shrader teaches on Jesus' letter to the church at Smyrna, emphasizing that suffering is an inevitable part of the Christian life but is temporary and purposeful.
James Session 12
Tom Shrader concludes James study on tested faith producing endurance through trials and patience.
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.
James Session 2
Tom Shrader teaches from James 1:2-4 about finding joy in trials and suffering. He explains that trials are inevitable for Christians and come in various forms - not just adversity but also prosperity.
Principles Of Suffering Pain
Tom Shrader examines James 1:2-4, explaining how believers should count trials as joy because God uses them to develop spiritual endurance and maturity.
Life in the Last Days
Tom Shrader examines Paul's final instructions to Timothy about living in the difficult last days, which span from Christ's ascension to His return.
Enduring Sound Doctrine
Tom Shrader examines Paul's final charge to Timothy in 2 Timothy 4:1-8, emphasizing the importance of preaching God's Word even when people prefer teachers who tickle their ears with myths rather than sound doctrine.
Thirst For Daily Renewal
Tom Shrader emphasizes the necessity of daily spiritual renewal, drawing from Paul's teaching that while our outer bodies decay, our inner selves are renewed day by day.
Expect Suffering And Grow From It
Tom Shrader teaches that suffering and trials are normal for Christians, not exceptions to avoid.