Paul's Autobiography
Paul's autobiography in Galatians 1–2: the gospel's divine origin and call to witness.
Marks of Discipleship
Ephesians 1:15-23 study on Paul's prayer for wisdom, hope, and God's surpassing power in believers.
Do You Look Like a Follower of Christ?
Ephesians 4:7-12 — Tom Shrader on spiritual gifts, unity, and every believer's call to ministry.
The Power That Lies in the Midst of This
Ephesians 5:15-21 — Tom Shrader on walking wisely, redeeming time, and being Spirit-filled.
What Kind of Year Was 1999?
Year-end self-examination from 2 Timothy 4 — six biblical questions to evaluate your spiritual year.
Make 2000 the Best Year of Your Life
Tom Shrader on Christian ambition from Philippians 1 — relationships, freedom, passion, and growth.
What Kind of Year Was 2001?
Year-end review from 2 Timothy 4:6-8 — six spiritual questions for evaluating 2001.
How to Make 2002 the Greatest Year of Your Life
Tom Shrader on godly ambition from 2 Timothy — relationships, freedom, passion, and Holy Spirit power.
How to Make 2003 the Greatest Year of Your Life
Tom Shrader teaches from 2 Timothy on five ways to grow in faith and purpose in the new year.
You Can't Undo What God Has Done
Ecclesiastes 6–7: Tom Shrader on why God gives both prosperity and adversity for our good.
The Messenger
2 Cor 5:17-21 — Tom Shrader on evangelism, the messenger's life, and bold gospel witness.
Through the Eye of the Needle
Mark 10:17-27: Tom Shrader on the rich young ruler and why no effort earns eternal life.
What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus
What does it mean to follow Jesus? Matthew 4:17-22 on repentance, discipleship, and evangelism.
Jesus Takes Up Temporary Residence on Earth
John 1:14-18 — Tom Shrader on the incarnation, the tabernacle, and grace upon grace.
The Love of Christ Is What Motivates All We Do
2 Corinthians 5:10-16: Tom Shrader on the Bema Seat judgment and the love of Christ as motivation.
Principles for Godly Living
1 Corinthians 16: five principles for godly living — alertness, faith, maturity, strength, and love.
Anniversary Sunday (2005)
EVBC 14th anniversary: church history, 8 core values, and 2 Timothy 4:1-8 charge to preach the Word.
Who God Uses
1 Corinthians 1:26-31: Tom Shrader on divine election, pride, and why God uses the humble.
The Lord Opens the Door to Philippi
Acts 16: Tom Shrader on God's sovereignty, Lydia's conversion, and the slave girl in Philippi.
Advice From a Godly Couple
Acts 18:18-28 — lessons from Priscilla and Aquila on freedom, generosity, and serving God's kingdom.