Something to Think About
Tom Shrader on faith, eternal investment, and suffering — Hebrews 11, 1 Cor 9, James 1.
You Are the Light of the World
Tom Shrader on Matthew 5 and John 8: Christians reflect Christ's light through humility.
Be Imitators of Me
Tom Shrader on Philippians 3:12-14: imitating Paul through purpose, focus, and a heavenward life.
Lessons From Larry Wright
Eight life lessons from mentor Larry Wright — Philippians 3, James 1, faith, suffering, and finishing strong.
Do Not Be Afraid
Tom Shrader on seven fears and why Jesus is the antidote — Matthew 6 and more.
Observations From Hurricane Katrina
Tom Shrader on Hurricane Katrina, God's sovereignty, and daily faithfulness from Genesis 6.
Romans 6:11-14
Romans 6:11-14 — Tom Shrader on freedom from sin's dominion and presenting yourself to God.
Romans 12:17-21
Romans 12:17-21 — Tom Shrader on overcoming evil with good and leaving vengeance to God.
Temptation From Sin
1 Peter 1:13-21: Tom Shrader on holiness, hope, and the gospel that sustains the Christian life.
Suffer to Worship
1 Peter 4:12-19 — Tom Shrader on why Christians suffer and how to entrust hardship to God.
An Idol Response
Daniel 3 teaching on Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego — faith, idolatry, and God's presence in the fire.
Into the Lions’ Den
Daniel 6 teaching: Tom Shrader on Daniel's faithfulness, the lions' den, and God's sovereignty.
Walk by the Spirit
Galatians 5:16-26 teaching on the fruit of the Spirit vs. works of the flesh.
1 Thessalonians 12-10
1 Thessalonians 1: faith, love, hope, and election as marks of genuine Christian life.
1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 — Tom Shrader on sanctification, sexual purity, and God's moral will.
1 Thessalonians 4:9-12
1 Thessalonians 4:9-12: four practical callings for believers—love, quietness, focus, and work.
Count It All Joy
James 1:1-4 — Tom Shrader on why trials are inevitable and how they produce enduring, mature faith.
Old Camel Knees
James 1:19-26: Tom Shrader on being doers of the Word, overcoming pride, and true religion.
Warning Against Worldliness
James 4:1-12 — Tom Shrader on worldliness, selfish ambition, and how to draw near to God.