Truth for Today is a podcast by Pastor Terry Fant. A place to grow as a believer and to investigate as a nonbeliever.Topics for growth in every area of the Christian life.

Are the benefits of God's covenant earned by performance—or secured by promise? This message reveals a powerful truth: God's covenant blessings are based on His faithfulness, not our performance. As we study Jacob's encounter at Bethel, we're invited to respond to God's mercy with awe, remembrance, surrender, and a life marked by trust and generosity.

In this episode, Pastor Terry sits down with Tim Thoman to reflect on God's calling, the struggle before surrender, and the faithfulness of God through obedience. Tim shares his journey from childhood church involvement to wrestling with God's call into ministry, and ultimately raising the white flag in surrender. This conversation is an encouragement to anyone sensing God's direction but struggling to let go and trust Him fully! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

In this episode of Truth for Today, Pastor Terry is joined by student pastor Josiah Smith to discuss what it means to live as a faithful example, no matter your age. Rooted in 1 Timothy 4:12, this conversation challenges the idea that youth equals immaturity and highlights the role of parents, churches, and discipleship in shaping godly character. This episode is an encouragement to call the next generation up, not water the standard down. Thank you for listening to Truth For Today with Terry Fant! If you like this content, we encourage you to like and subscribe to our pages, and share this with your friends!

Our faith will be tested, but never without purpose. In this message from Genesis 22, we walk through Abraham's greatest test and discover what authentic faith really looks like. God tests our priorities, calls us to obedience, and reveals Himself as the God who provides. As Abraham trusted God with what mattered most, we are challenged to examine our own faith and surrender every boundary to the Lord who rewards obedience with blessing.

What happens when our good intentions turn into interference with God's plan? In this episode, we're reminded that God doesn't need our help to be faithful. Through the story of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar, this message challenges us to trust God's timing, resist the urge to force outcomes, and rest in the truth that God sees us, hears us, and remains faithful—even when waiting is hard.

What looks better isn't always what's best. Too often, we make decisions based on logic, comfort, or appearance instead of faith and obedience. In this message, we look at Lot's choice to pursue the “greener” land without ever asking God—and the lasting consequences that followed. This episode challenges us to trust the Lord's direction rather than our own understanding, and to watch how He makes our path straight.

What can the flood teach us about God, and about ourselves? In Genesis 6–9, we discover that while the heart of the problem is the human heart, God remains gracious, faithful, and committed to rescue those who trust Him. Through the story of Noah, we see a God who warns before He judges, provides a specific way of rescue, and keeps His covenant promises. This message reminds us that salvation is not earned, but received by faith—and that those who are rescued are called to live lives of worship, obedience, and trust in the faithfulness of God.

As we step into a new year, this episode encourages us to live with urgency, intention, and purpose. The Christian life is about pressing forward, not living in the past. From prayer and time in God's Word to commitment to the local church, this message offers practical direction for starting the year focused on what matters most. If you're looking to begin 2026 with clarity and faith, this episode helps set the course! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

What does Jesus do with lukewarm faith? The heart of this message calls us to see ourselves clearly, repent of spiritual complacency, and respond to God with zealous love instead of lukewarm religion. Jesus stands at the door and knocks, not to condemn, but to invite us back into passionate, wholehearted relationship with Him. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

In this final episode of the year, we look to Philippians 3 and the words of the Apostle Paul, reminding us that none of us have arrived. We are all a work in progress. While it's wise to reflect on both our failures and our successes, we are not meant to live in either regret or past victories. As this year comes to a close, this episode invites us to pause, reflect, and reset our hearts before stepping into what's next. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

Christmas is more than a moment, a memory, or a tradition. It's the story of God choosing to be with us. In this Christmas Day episode, Pastor Terry walks through the meaning of Immanuel—God with us. This message reminds us that Jesus didn't just come to be admired as a baby in a manger, but to live among us, show us who God truly is, and ultimately die so we could have access to Him. Because of Christ, the barrier has been removed, and believers are now the dwelling place of God's Spirit. If you feel weary, distracted, or searching this Christmas, this episode invites you to slow down and reflect on the greatest gift ever given: Immanuel, God with us. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

This Christmas week, we're reminded that our lives are not random or accidental. We are divinely assigned by God! In this episode, we look at Mary's encounter in Luke 1 and discover how God delivers His assignments with purpose, power, and eternal impact. As we slow down in the midst of a busy season, this message encourages us to recognize God's calling on our lives, trust His empowerment through the Holy Spirit, and respond with willing obedience. No matter where you are in your journey, God has an assignment for you — and He equips those He calls. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

In this Christmas message from Hebrews 10, we're reminded why God gave His Son and how that truth should change the way we live. Jesus came not only to forgive our sins, but to give us full access to God and a finished salvation. This message challenges us to move beyond routine faith and live differently in light of what Jesus has done. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

What happens when you read the Bible every day in the order it actually happened? In this episode of Truth for Today with Terry Fant, Terry is joined by L.D. and Lori Styron as they share how reading through the One Year Chronological Bible transformed their daily walk with God and strengthened their marriage. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the Bible or unsure where to start, this episode offers encouragement and a practical path forward! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

Your words matter more than you think. In this episode, Terry and Gerald explore the powerful influence our words carry in everyday life. Drawing from James 3 and real-life experiences, they discuss how a single word can either discourage or build up, wound or heal. This conversation challenges us to be intentional with what we say in our marriages, families, churches, and workplaces, and to see encouragement as a calling. If you want to speak life in a world full of tension and negativity, this episode will encourage and equip you to do just that. We are grateful for the support of today's sponsors — Mattress Firm and Born Again Roofing & Remodeling. Thank you for partnering with us! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org SPONSOR LINKS https://www.bornagainroofing.com https://www.mattressfirm.com/en-us/stores/ms/richland/966311/

Even the strongest believers and healthiest churches still need help from heaven. This message reminds us that God's people need spiritual wisdom, holy living, deeper knowledge of God, and supernatural strength — not just to survive hard situations and hard people, but to walk through them with joy. Healthy believers still need help, and that help has a name: Jesus.

From learning to slow down, to scheduling intentional family time, to discipling employees, and apologizing when you miss it, this episode is full of practical wisdom and real-life encouragement! If you want to grow as a spouse, parent, leader, or follower of Jesus, this conversation will speak right to you. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org SPONSOR LINKS https://www.bornagainroofing.com

Christmas should be a season of peace, not pressure. In this message, Pastor Terry Fant walks through Luke 2 to show how the Prince of Peace came to calm our hearts, not overwhelm them. Slow down, breathe, and don't let Christmas steal the peace Jesus came to give. A special thank-you to our sponsors—Bodry Automotive, Mattress Firm, Sawyer Custom Construction, and Born Again Roofing & Remodeling—for making this episode possible. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org SPONSOR LINKS www.bodryautomotive.com www.sawyercustomconstruction.com https://www.bornagainroofing.com https://www.mattressfirm.com/en-us/stores/ms/richland/966311/

We all face storms — some caused by others, some allowed by God, and some that we steer into ourselves. Acts 27 shows what happens when we ignore God's counsel and choose our own way… and the incredible faithfulness of God even in the middle of the chaos we created. His mercy meets us in the mess, His presence steadies us in the waves, and His grace leads us home when we finally choose to trust Him. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

Why does God allow hard, painful things into our lives? In this message from 2 Corinthians 12, we learn that the “thorn in the flesh” isn't punishment—it's grace. While we constantly ask God to remove the hardship, He often gives us something better: the sustaining grace that is always enough. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

In today's episode of Truth for Today, Pastor Terry Fant sits down with David Dilmore, a man whose story reminds us that no matter where you start, you don't have to stay there. If you're feeling stuck, defeated, or unsure of how to move forward, this episode is a reminder of hope: Jesus can meet you right where you are, and He can take you somewhere new. We are grateful for the support of today's sponsors—Bodry Automotive, Mattress Firm, Sawyer Custom Construction, and Born Again Roofing & Remodeling. Thank you for partnering with us! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org SPONSOR LINKS www.bodryautomotive.com www.sawyercustomconstruction.com https://www.bornagainroofing.com https://www.mattressfirm.com/en-us/stores/ms/richland/966311/

Romans 3 reminds us that no matter how hard we try, none of us can make ourselves right with God. We all miss the mark: even the “good” people. In this episode, Pastor Terry unpacks why our goodness can't save us, why we chase peace in all the wrong places, and how Jesus becomes our covering and our righteousness. We're grateful for our friends at Born Again Roofing & Remodeling for sponsoring this episode! If you're in the Jackson area and need roofing or remodeling help, check them out at bornagainroofing.com. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

God's mercy deserves a reasonable response. In Romans 12, Paul shows us what that response looks like: offering ourselves fully to God, refusing to be shaped by the world, and allowing Him to transform our minds. Mercy means we don't get what we do deserve; grace means we receive what we don't deserve. When we understand the weight of both, the only reasonable response is a life surrendered to Christ and committed to using our gifts for His glory. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

What do we really gain by being made right with God? Lean in as we discover eight unshakable truths that sustain us in every season of life. This message reminds us that when life gets tough, the reconciled keep going, because the benefits of belonging to Jesus are greater than anything this world can offer. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant https://www.truthfortodayministries.org

In today's episode, Pastor Terry Fant sits down with two incredible young leaders — Josiah Smith and Madalynne Baxter — to talk about the challenges and opportunities of ministering to students in today's world. From overwhelming cultural pressure to the rise of influencers, technology, and comparison, this conversation dives deep into what the next generation is really facing and how the church can answer the call. If you're a parent, a leader, or someone who cares about the future of the church, this episode will encourage you, challenge you, and give you hope.

What does true thanksgiving look like after God heals us? Lean in as we walk through Luke 17 (the story of the ten lepers) and shows how faith, praise, and a life of daily gratitude should follow Christ's work in us. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

In this message from 1 Corinthians 16:13, we are called to live the Christian life with intention and courage. Paul gives four clear commands: watch, stand firm in the faith, be brave, and be strong—reminding us that followers of Jesus don't drift into faithfulness; we pursue it with purpose. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

Everyone longs to be loved — but not all love heals. In this message from 1 Corinthians 13, Pastor Terry shows us the “more excellent way,” revealing what real, Christ-shaped love looks like. This kind of love is patient, kind, steady, and sacrificial… a love that doesn't quit, doesn't retaliate, and doesn't keep score. When the Holy Spirit works this love into our lives, it transforms how we treat people, how we respond to hurt, and how we reflect Jesus to the world. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

Chaos is unavoidable, but it doesn't have to rule your heart. In this powerful message from 2 Thessalonians, we learn how believers can stay settled even when their world feels shaken. God has already given us everlasting consolation, good hope by grace, and the promise that He will continue to comfort and establish us. No matter what you're facing, you can stand fast because God is faithful.

In today's episode of Truth for the Day, we welcome worship artist JJ Weeks for a conversation about calling, obedience, worship, and living with eternity in view. JJ shares his story of surrender from early musical roots, to a defining encounter with God that set the direction of his life and ministry. Lean in and learn how to walk authentically with Jesus, how to trust God through seasons of uncertainty, and how to carry the weight of ministry while staying grounded in purpose. Whether you're discerning God's calling or needing fresh encouragement, this episode will strengthen your faith and remind you that the battle belongs to the Lord.

Prayer is one of the greatest privileges of the Christian life. Prayer gives us access to the highest office - the Almighty God. Prayer isn't a ritual or a formula. It's an open invitation into the presence of the living God. Whether you're praying for healing, for help, or for hope, this conversation will remind you that the veil has been torn, the way is open, and the Father is listening. To learn more about Ronnie Smith's ministry or to connect with him, visit ronniesmith.org Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

What provokes you? Traffic? Offense? Frustration? In this message, we learn that instead of ranting, complaining, or withdrawing, the follower of Jesus is called to lead with compassion. When our hearts are stirred the right way, we are provoked to pursue lost people with grace and with the truth of the Gospel.

In Acts 16, we see grace reach Paul, flow through Paul, and ultimately break through the hardened heart of the jailer. This message reminds us that grace received always leads to grace extended — even when it's undeserved. Be encouraged as you learn how God's grace can anchor your mind, heal your heart, and open doors for the gospel in your everyday life. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

What is revival really about? In this episode of Truth for Today, Pastor Terry Fant sits down with evangelist Ronnie Smith to unpack what true biblical revival looks like — not just a series of church services, but a genuine return to God. Together they talk about conviction, confession, repentance, and what it means for believers to experience the fire of God again. If your faith has felt stagnant or distant, this conversation will remind you that revival begins with a renewed heart and a surrendered life. To learn more about Ronnie Smith's ministry or to connect with him, visit ronniesmith.org Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

What does it look like to truly renew your mind? Romans 12 shows us that God's mercy is the motivation for change, leading us to pursue the right things, think differently, and live transformed lives. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

In this episode of Truth for Today, Pastor Terry unpacks one of Jesus' most famous and most misunderstood parables: the story of the lost sheep. What did Jesus really mean when He said the shepherd leaves the ninety-nine to find the one? Learn how this parable isn't just about rescue, but about the grace of God that pursues us, meets us where we are, and transforms us with truth. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

What difference does the resurrection really make in your life? According to Jesus, it changes everything. The resurrection isn't just an event in history—it's the reason we can live with hope, confidence, and victory every single day. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

Is it wrong to want an advantage in life? We all look for one—through hard work, money, or opportunity. But Jesus said the greatest advantage isn't earned or bought—it's given. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

Is it wrong to want to be great? The answer depends on which kingdom you're living for. As Jesus knelt to wash His disciples' feet, He redefined what true greatness looks like: serving with humility, loving without conditions, and living with confidence in who we are in Him. Lean in and learn what it means to pursue real greatness in God's Kingdom.

Whose life is it anyway? Drawing from Jesus' words in Matthew 22, we're reminded that just as the coin bore Caesar's image and belonged to him, we bear the image of God—and our lives belong to Him. We are called to total surrender: to give back to God what is rightfully His, to live as image-bearers who honor Him in our time, talents, and treasures, and to see others as people made in His likeness. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

God's grace reaches both the wayward and the self-righteous. This well-known parable from Luke 15 isn't just about the prodigal son, but about the loving Father. The sermon unpacks how we wander through self-centeredness and self-sufficiency, how repentance brings restoration, and how the Father rejoices when His children return home.

Jesus came to seek and save sinners, and every soul matters deeply to Him. In this message, we walk through the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin, being reminded of our calling to shine as lights in a dark world and to carry God's heart for the lost. Let's do whatever it takes to reach one more soul! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

Every person receives an invitation to the Kingdom, but not everyone responds. In Luke 14, Jesus tells the Parable of the Great Banquet, a powerful picture of God's invitation to salvation. In this message, we're reminded that we may ignore the invitation, but we will not ignore the consequences of doing so. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

The greatest battle we face in life isn't against the devil around us — it's against the self-will within us. In this message, we learn what it means to die to ourselves and fully surrender to God's will. True transformation begins when we find our proper place — following behind Jesus and living for Him, not for ourselves. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

The smallest things in our hands can become miracles in His. In Mark 6:30–44, Jesus performs one of His most familiar miracles — feeding thousands with just five loaves and two fish. But this miracle wasn't just about food; it was a lesson in faith, dependence, and compassion. In this message we are reminded that even when we are not enough, Jesus always is! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

We have a real enemy who seeks to destroy us, and we face real struggles against the forces of darkness. The good news is that Jesus has already defeated the darkness and holds victory over our enemies! Lean into this message as we discover that in every struggle, one of us plus Jesus will always win!

In Luke 7:36–50 a woman with a painful past pours out extravagant devotion at Jesus' feet—and Jesus declares her forgiven. In this sermon we learn that those who have been forgiven much love much, how true forgiveness produces costly, public, and unhindered worship, and what that means for our lives today. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

In Luke 5:1–11 Jesus calls Peter to surrender his way and follow — and the result is an abundant life. Tune in as we find seven life lessons from a fishing boat that show how following Jesus leads to joy, purpose, and overflowing blessing. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

In John 4:1–42, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at Jacob's well and offers living water — a gift that satisfies the soul and overflows into everlasting life. That same gift is available to us today! When we are found by Jesus, we leave behind our old life and run after Him, the only One who can truly satisfy our souls. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

As we've walked through the One Year Chronological Bible, every story and promise of the Old Testament has pointed us to one Name — Jesus. So who is this Jesus? Join us as we answer this question and discover how seeing Jesus clearly not only strengthens our faith but also shapes the very foundation of how we live. He is the only one who brings transformation to our life! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

When God's people work shoulder-to-shoulder, impossible tasks get done. In this message from Nehemiah 3–6, we learn how every believer's participation, unity, and perseverance drive the work of revival and the building of God's kingdom. Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant