Make Godly Decisions
Tom Shrader explores how Christians can make godly decisions in a confusing world by understanding how God communicates with His people.
Establish The Bible As The Final Authority In Your Life
Tom Shrader begins a 12-part series on staying faithful in a changing world by establishing the Bible as the ultimate authority for life.
God Gets The Last Word
Tom Shrader concludes his series on Jonah by examining chapter 4, where Jonah becomes angry that God spared Nineveh after their repentance.
Evangelism Is Not Optional
Tom Shrader teaches that God is a God of second chances, as seen in His renewed call to Jonah, and emphasizes that every believer has been called to evangelism just as Jonah was called to Nineveh.
God Of Second Chances
Tom Shrader examines Jonah's story as it continues in chapter 4, emphasizing that God is a God of second chances who extends grace and mercy to His people.
A Whale Of A Story
Tom Shrader examines Jonah's experience in the belly of the great fish, addressing questions about the historical reliability of this account while emphasizing the spiritual truth it reveals.
You Can Run But You Can’t Hide
Tom Shrader examines Jonah's futile attempt to flee from God's presence, emphasizing that believers cannot hide from God or escape His loving discipline.
Intro To Jonah
Tom Shrader begins a six-part series on Jonah by establishing the Bible as God's infallible Word and salvation through Christ alone.
True North
Tom Shrader concludes a marriage conference by emphasizing that God's Word must be the foundation for marriage and all of life.
Sex, Communications, And Forgiveness
Tom Shrader addresses three key areas for healthy marriage: sexual intimacy, communication, and forgiveness.
Approach All Things With Realistic Expectations
Tom Shrader addresses married couples about approaching marriage with biblical realism, teaching from James 1:2-4 that trials are inevitable and designed for spiritual growth.
Most Important Message Of The Weekend
Tom Shrader begins this marriage conference by establishing the gospel foundation, sharing his personal testimony of coming to faith in Christ and emphasizing that Jesus is the only way to salvation.
Put a Lid On Your Dreams
Tom Shrader explores Paul's teaching that godliness accompanied by contentment equals great gain, contrasting this biblical principle with American materialism and consumer debt.
A Father’s Thoughts On His Daughters Wedding Day
Drawing from Deuteronomy 6 and his own experience, he offers practical wisdom on raising children while emphasizing the importance of being present, providing consistent discipline, and ultimately preparing kids to be independent of parents but dependent on God.
Living An Examined Life: Become A Person Of Ambitions
Tom Shrader redefines ambition from the world's pursuit of money, fame, prestige and power to five biblical priorities: improving relationships, increasing freedom from enslaving habits, intensifying godly passion, expanding perspective through learning, and being strengthened by the Holy Spirit.
Living An Examined Life: Stop And Take An Inventory
Tom Shrader challenges believers to stop and take inventory of their lives using biblical criteria rather than worldly measures like money, possessions, or status.
Are You Really A Christian?
Tom Shrader addresses the fundamental question of Christian identity, emphasizing that the term 'Christian' has lost much of its meaning in contemporary culture. Using 2 Corinthians 13:5, he presents two essential tests for genuine faith: the doctrinal test (believing Jesus is who He claimed to be and died for our sins) and the moral test (demonstrating life change through having the mind of Christ).
God's Practical Advice For Marriage Part 4
Tom Shrader concludes his marriage series by examining the biblical couple Priscilla and Aquila as a model for Christian marriage.
God's Practical Advice For Marriage Part 3
Tom Shrader explores three principles for godly marriage: unselfishness rooted in 1 Corinthians 7, continuing to share dreams through ongoing communication, and practicing forgiveness as Christ forgave us.
God's Practical Advice For Marriage Part 2
Tom Shrader addresses the second key to a healthy marriage: having realistic expectations. Drawing from 1 Timothy 6:6-8, he explains that godliness plus contentment equals great gain, and warns against expecting our spouse to meet all our needs—something only God can do.