Something to Think About
Tom Shrader on faith, eternal investment, and suffering — Hebrews 11, 1 Cor 9, James 1.
Four Myths That Define Our Time
Tom Shrader on four cultural myths—human goodness, utopia, relativism, individualism—and what Scripture says.
Be Imitators of Me
Tom Shrader on Philippians 3:12-14: imitating Paul through purpose, focus, and a heavenward life.
Biblical Roles
Tom Shrader teaches Haggai 1 on misplaced priorities, self-centeredness, and putting God first.
Leaving a Legacy
Tom Shrader on leaving a legacy — Galatians 6, Deuteronomy 6, consequence, authority, duty.
Advice on Parenting
Parenting advice from Ecclesiastes 12 and Deuteronomy 6 — presence, discipline, and faith.
Reflections
Pastor Tom Shrader shares 7 reflections from Ecclesiastes 3 on life's cycles, faith, and God's goodness.
Observations From Hurricane Katrina
Tom Shrader on Hurricane Katrina, God's sovereignty, and daily faithfulness from Genesis 6.
What I Learned From Larry Brabeck
Ephesians 2:8-10 — Tom Shrader on living fruitful, visible faith through ordinary everyday life.
What I Learned From My Dad
Tom Shrader on Romans 6:23 and Ephesians 2:8-10: a father's legacy and salvation by grace.
Helpful Advice for Parents
Parenting advice from Deuteronomy 6 — Tom Shrader on raising kids with discipline, faith, and presence.
Six Principles for Fathers
Six principles for fathers from Deuteronomy 6 and Galatians 6 — legacy, authority, duty, and significance.
Mothers' Day
Tom Shrader's Mother's Day parenting message from Ecclesiastes 12:13 and Deuteronomy 6.
Walk by the Spirit
Galatians 5:16-26 teaching on the fruit of the Spirit vs. works of the flesh.
Stewardship: God Gives
Stewardship sermon from Romans 12 & 2 Cor 8 on time, work, gifts, and giving as worship.
Old Camel Knees
James 1:19-26: Tom Shrader on being doers of the Word, overcoming pride, and true religion.
Anniversary Sunday (1999)
Tom Shrader marks EVBC's 8th anniversary, reflecting on Acts 2:42 and casting vision for growth.
Loving the Difficult to Love
Ephesians 4:1-6 — Tom Shrader on humility, gentleness, and unity in the church.
The New Life
Ephesians 4:17-32 — renewing the mind and using speech to build others up in Christ.