Blogs – Page 2 – Thom Linders

An older shepherd holding a staff walks along a rocky shoreline at sunrise, leading a small group of followers, symbolizing Peter’s restored leadership and encouragement to believers enduring hardship.

Walking the Long Road Together

Welcome to the next book on our journey. Today, we read 1 Peter chapters 1 and 2. I imagine that most of you began this

December 19, 2025

An open Bible resting on a wooden pulpit inside a quiet church sanctuary, with stained glass windows softly illuminated in the background.

When Words, Plans, and Patience Meet God’s Will

God’s Sovereignty and Our Plans Thank you for joining us as we wrap up our reading of the book of James. Today we will reflect

December 18, 2025

A quiet gym bathed in soft morning light, with an unused weight machine in the background and a simple sandwich resting on a bench in the foreground, symbolizing faith, discipline, and the choice between belief and action.

When Belief Becomes Action

Who James Is Welcome again, my dear friends. I hope I have delivered on your expectations. Some days the insights feel clearer than others, but

December 17, 2025

A man walking alone along a crowded beach at night, moving forward with purpose while others surround him under glowing lights, symbolizing courage and faith in the midst of fear.

Faith That Refuses to Fear

Living Boldly in an Unshakable Kingdom Good morning. Today we wrap up the book of Hebrews by reading chapters 11 through 13. Throughout this letter,

December 16, 2025

Light pouring through a broken ceiling onto an altar surrounded by empty vessels, symbolizing the end of repeated sacrifices and the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ.

A Better Covenant, A Better Sacrifice

Repeated Offerings Good morning, and welcome again. Our time together this year is growing short. This is now the second year I have journaled through

December 15, 2025

“A man stands alone on a mountain meadow at sunrise, facing a radiant golden horizon. Long shadows stretch behind him as warm light fills the sky, symbolizing divine presence, reflection, and spiritual awakening.”

The Eternal High Priest

The Mystery of God’s Presence Welcome back, my friends. Today we turn to Hebrews chapters 5–7, a section rich with mystery, depth, and revelation about

December 14, 2025

A tranquil mountain lake at sunrise with several anchored boats near the shore while one man stands waist-deep in the water, reaching toward a drifting boat—symbolizing a person chasing after something that was never properly anchored.

Anchored, Not Adrift

A Boat on a Moving Lake Good morning; I hope you are having a restful day. As I write this, it is a Saturday, and

December 13, 2025

“Paul and Onesimus standing together in a warmly lit first-century home, sunlight streaming through the window, symbolizing forgiveness, restoration, and gospel transformation.”

A Gospel Shown Without Words

Partnership in the Gospel Thank you for being my partner on this journey. I can understand why the apostle Paul loved Onesimus as deeply as

December 12, 2025

Illustration of Titus standing on the island of Crete with house churches and a Mediterranean harbor behind him, symbolizing his leadership calling in a difficult culture.

Godly Leadership in a Broken Culture

A Strategic Assignment in a Difficult Place Welcome again. I am excited to share with you today the message of the book of Titus. This

December 11, 2025

A dim underground stone chamber in ancient Rome with a single shaft of light from an opening above, illuminating a seated elderly man in simple robes writing a letter on a scroll.

Finishing Well: Paul’s Final Words

Facing the End With Purpose Thank you for joining us as we explore Paul’s last letter, 2 Timothy.When I was young, I lived recklessly, assuming

December 10, 2025

A wealthy first-century Ephesian woman in elaborate clothing stands in a temple courtyard with an air of confidence, symbolizing the influential widows Paul warned Timothy about, while a young pastor turns away to maintain purity

Training for Godliness

Childhood Heroes Good morning. I hope you have a blessed day as we finish reading 1 Timothy 4–6. When I was a little boy, like

December 9, 2025

Ruins of an ancient temple with tall, illuminated marble columns at dusk, representing the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus and the cultural setting of Paul’s instruction in 1 Timothy.”

Strength, Submission, and Spiritual Clarity

Good morning. Welcome to our study of 1 Timothy 1-3. Part of me wants to avoid today’s topic. It is controversial, and in today’s culture,

December 8, 2025

Daily Devotionals