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.

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.

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.

Tom Shrader explores Jesus' teaching that Christians are salt and light in the world, emphasizing that this is about being rather than doing.