Speak the Truth Boldly
Matt 5:16 & 2 Cor 5: Tom Shrader on the gospel message every Christian is called to share boldly.
Jesus Calls His First Disciples
John 1:35–51: Jesus calls His first disciples. Tom Shrader on evangelism and Christ's identity.
Evangelism Is Not Optional, Part 2
Tom Shrader on the gospel message from 1 Cor 2 & 15 and why Christians avoid sharing their faith.
Evangelism Is Not Optional, Part 3
Tom Shrader on evangelism from 2 Cor. 5 — 10 practical principles for sharing the gospel.
The Normal Christian Life
2 Corinthians 6:1-10: Tom Shrader on suffering, sacrifice, and the normal Christian life.
Recognizing the Beauty of the Gospel
1 Corinthians 2:1-5 — Tom Shrader on the simplicity and power of the gospel message.
Introduction
Tom Shrader introduces Acts: authorship, dating, structure, and the Holy Spirit's role in the early church.
Our Job Description: A Witness
Acts 1:8 teaching: Tom Shrader on Spirit-empowered witnessing and evangelism for God's glory.
Lesson From Littleton
Romans 8:28 and the Columbine tragedy: Tom Shrader on God's sovereignty in suffering.
Final Preparation for Pentecost
Acts 1:9-26: ascension, Christ's return, and the election of Matthias
The Holy Spirit Comes to Empower
Acts 2:1-4 teaching on Pentecost, Spirit baptism vs. Spirit filling, and the Holy Spirit's empowering work.
The Tongues of Pentecost
Acts 2:5-21: Tom Shrader explains the tongues of Pentecost as known languages and signs for unbelievers.
Stephen: A Role Model
Acts 6–8: Tom Shrader on Stephen's martyrdom, bold faith, and being ready to defend the gospel.
Biblical Evangelism
Acts 8:26-40: Tom Shrader on biblical evangelism through Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch.
An Eye Witness Account
Acts 11 sermon: Peter defends Gentile inclusion; Barnabas as a model; the ministry of reconciliation.
The Riot in Ephesus
Acts 19:21–20:1: Tom Shrader on the Ephesus riot and what makes gospel witness effective.