Pastor Tom's Blog

TOMORROW - Are You Ready for It? The thought of tomorrow can be scary. And it doesn’t seem to be getting any better, right? But as Christians, we trust in our Savior, Jesus. God didn’t create your life for, “easy”, but to be a good witness. And you’re at your best when times are tough, but you’re full of God’s grace.

“What good is unanswered prayer?” Much in every way, but the flesh never likes waiting. Could it be that the benefits of today’s waiting are far greater than tomorrow’s answered prayer?

What do you allow to influence your life? We all choose something. And whatever we choose could be the difference between life or death; happiness or sorrow for us and all those we love.

Voices are everywhere! And they’re all wanting your attention. But there’s one voice that overrides them all- the voice that whispers; the voice that won’t compete with the others. It’s the only voice that really matters.

Everyone makes mistakes; says something he shouldn’t or in anger, reacts and later regrets it. And everyone who calls himself a Christian practices forgiveness. We offer second chances, value the relationship, release wrongdoers and mimic our Savior.

Courage is exercised when you alone stand against a formidable enemy. The responsibility is solely on you, and the success or failure of all you hold dear rest on your decision. How do you make the right one?

Parenting isn’t easy, especially in today’s world. Dangers lurk everywhere, and children are most vulnerable. What are parents to do as they release their children into a precarious world?

“If you abide in My Word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the Truth, and the Truth shall make you free.” John 8:31-32 Truth- Most people want it, but in a world where evil is promoted as good, and good as evil, whole cultures can exist upside-down and not know it. How can we know truth from error? Jesus said, “If you abide in My Word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the Truth, and the Truth shall make you free.”

“I AM the Good Shepherd, and I know My sheep… and they hear My voice, and they follow Me.” John 10:14 & 27 We are born knowing nothing about our purpose, and why we were put on this planet. But we are born to know something far greater- OUR CREATOR! By the knowledge of Jesus, we are assured to be lead through life by the Good Shepherd.

“Bright eyes and good news make the bones healthy.” ENCOURAGEMENT: Everyone Needs it Proverbs 15:30 We all need encouragement. In a toxic world full of bad news, anger and painful demands, those who encourage us are sought out. As Christians we offer the good news to empty souls, who just might choose the local church over the local bar.

Stillness. It’s everywhere and available. Even in your busiest downtown areas, stillness can be found on rooftops, basements and back rooms. Nature defaults to it- lakes, night skies, forests and snow-filled valleys, all reflect it. The human soul is attracted to it, and the voice of God whispers in it. Isn’t it time you had some?

PAIN: The Great Teacher Everyone suffers pain. We’re conditioned to avoid it, run from it; build walls to keep it out. But God uses it to break, shape and motivate us, right? In fact, pain is one of God’s greatest teachers. Here’s a living example of what I mean.

Like a Disneyland ride, life is adventurous and a little bit scary! But in spite of the twists, turns and dark corridors, we seem to get through it as we hang onto Jesus. What sort of ride are you on now?

Hope is like air to a drowning man - he’ll do anything to get it. But for many, hope is in short supply, and they’re drowning in a deep-watery abyss. But God reaches low to restore hope.

All “godly” dads are good dads, but not all “good” dads are godly. What’s the difference? This Father’s Day, let’s strive to be both!