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.
Wisdom has great value -- but only when it's applied. Don't just hear it, live it. Tune in to this message and discover how to receive and walk in true wisdom!
God is love—but does He hate anything? We often associate God with love—and rightly so. But in Proverbs 6, Scripture reveals seven things that God hates. In this episode, we explore what those are, why they matter, and how we can guard our hearts and lives against them.
Avoid adultery—avoid devastation. In this episode, we dive into Proverbs 5 to examine the far-reaching consequences of adultery and discover how to guard our hearts against this destructive sin. Lean in and learn how wisdom leads to freedom.
Sometimes, you just have to celebrate what God has done in your life! In this message, we're reminded that our lives should be living proof of His transforming work. God truly changes people—for His glory and for our good.
In this message, we explore the important truth that God graciously guides His children. Through conviction and correction, He lovingly leads us toward repentance and restoration in every area of our lives.
If we're honest… most of us don't like being helped. Pride often gets in the way of receiving the help we desperately need. But in this message, we're reminded of two powerful truths: 1. We need God's help. 2.God loves to help those who love Him.
God is the remedy for our despair! No matter how bad a situation may seem, we should cry out to God and wait for his help. He promises to be with us!
Our attitude matters. In every circumstance, we have a choice: to be grateful for what God has given us or to envy what others have or what we wish we had. Envy can rob us of gratitude and distort our view of God's design for our lives. In this message, we're reminded that God Himself is the true treasure we are meant to seek.
Have you ever experienced true forgiveness? Or maybe the better question is: Is there someone in your life you need to forgive? God has modeled perfect forgiveness for us—and His forgiveness offers lasting joy.
Who or what are you pursuing in order to find contentment? Are you being led by the Good Shepherd, or are there other things in your life leading you? In this message, we learn to look to God as our Good Shepherd—our protector and provider in every season of life.
In this episode, we explored what it means to have a loyal and generous heart. We reflected on the powerful truth: “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Our hope is that today's message challenged and encouraged you to examine your heart, and ask God to change it to be more like His!
Has your joy ever felt stolen? Life is full of distractions, challenges, and moments that try to rob us of lasting joy. In this episode, we explore how true joy isn't found in perfect circumstances—but in trusting God through every season.
In today's message, we explore the power of godly wisdom as we transition through the various stages of life. Whether you're entering a time of growth, waiting, challenge, or change, this message offers practical and spiritual insight to help you walk confidently with God into whatever season lies ahead.
Do you understand the assignment? Each of us has a unique, God-given purpose—but how do we uncover it? In this message, we explore how to recognize and walk in the calling God has placed on our lives.
Ever felt overwhelmed and tried to handle it all on your own? In this episode, we're reminded that when we humbly bring our needs to God, He meets us with grace and gives the help we truly need.
Does sin have to define your life? Is failure the end of your story? While sin carries real consequences, there is hope — God, in His grace, offers redemption and a new beginning beyond our shortcomings.
In life, we all face two powerful enemies that, if left unchecked, can lead to our downfall. In this message, we uncover what these enemies are and how you can stand firm in your faith to resist them — and walk in lasting victory.
This podcast is an overview of events between the last two messages between messages #34 and #35
Tune in for part 2 of "Lessons From the Battlefield" as we discover how to find victory in all seasons of our lives!
Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life! In this episode we examine the events leading up to Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection.
Do you ever feel like life is a battlefield? We all face battles—whether it's in our jobs, our health, parenting, marriage, or countless other areas. The good news is that God provides victory, even in the toughest of fights. Listen as we dive into 1 Samuel 14 and uncover powerful lessons from the battlefield.
What do you turn to in difficult times? Do you begin to panic, run from your problems, or turn to something that you know is sinful to comfort you? In this episode, we learn how to identify foolish behaviors so that we can avoid them and live the abundant life that God offers us!
Even when we can't see it, Jesus is always in control. In times of uncertainty, we learn through faith that Jesus provides perfect peace to those who will receive Him!
We all have perspectives on what we think is good, like the taste of ice cream or putting mayonnaise in our butter beans... but what about our perspective when life gets difficult? When we have a heart of gratitude, it's very hard to have an improper view on what is good in our life. Listen as we study the book of Ruth and uncover how to refocus our perspective on what God says is good!
God has empowered us to carry out his calling for our lives, but what happens when we compromise that calling? Listen as we look at the life of Samson and learn from his strengths, weaknesses, and failures, and ultimately his redemption!
In this episode, we study the Ark of the Covenant and discover how this ancient symbol points us to Jesus.
How can we "win" in our commitment to follow God? Are we meant to merely go through the motions of our walk with Him, or does God desire more from us? Listen in to learn how we can wholly follow God and walk in complete obedience to Him!
What is the cost of hidden sin? Is our hidden sin harmless, or does it have real consequences? If you've ever hidden a sin, or maybe if you find yourself living in sin and looking for a way out - this message is for you!
There is an identity crisis in our world today. Many people are wandering around, confused about who they are and whose they are. Discover your identity through the truth of God's word in this message!
What happens when we walk away from our old life and pursue the things of God? Are there still trials to face and difficulties to encounter? Listen in to find the answers to these questions and hear practical action steps that will guide us toward God's promises for us.
Is God trustworthy? Why should we obey his commands and live for him? Listen in as we answer these questions and discover the truth found in these chapters!
Why on earth should i live my life according to God's instructions? What impact will living according to my heart have on me and my family? Listen to the answers to these questions and more!
What is my best life now? Can i have it? What is the path that leads to God's best for my life? Can i think positive and speak positive enough to possess the best? Listen in and find out!
Is God really faithful? If God is faithful what should we do with opportunities to live for us instead of Him? How does this affect our lives and those we influence? Tune in to find out!
Sometimes the difficult things are good things. Tune in to find out how
There is a path common to most that leads away from the blessing and favor or God. Shouldn't we identify it and avoid it? Listen in and be encouraged!
It sure is difficult to live by faith. It sure is easy to live by sight. These are two ways of living and they both lead to two different ways of living. Tune in to find out!
Is complaining a bed deal to God? Is prejudice a big deal to God? Tune in to find out.
How do the attitudes we have affect us? Can a poor attitude lead to hardship? Check this message out to find out!
Why would God give so many rules and ways of living? Why His people? Does it really matter how we live if salvation is by grace alone? Tune in to find out
What is the deal with the High Priest, a Mediator, a sin offering, a scape goat? Tune it to see how it makes perfect sense!!! Only a holy God!
Seeking God has a lot to do with getting to know Him. Getting to know Him leads us to love and trust Him more. The problem is we imagine more of what we think we know of God than what we know of Him as He has revealed Himself in the Word. Tune in to debunk a common theory that God can be worshipped as ordinary and only if it does not inconvenience us.
We all treasure people, places and things. These treasures created desires that lead to action. Tune in to find out what is the true treasure we should seek!
What do we do when we find ourselves in between a rock and a hard place or more literally a pharaoh and a Red Sea? Here are 10 Rules to know in relation to who God is and how we keep going to victory as God's children!
Have you ever felt controlled by the wrong thoughts, emotions, or actions? Wanting to do the right thing but not finding the freedom to do so? Listen in and see how God provides escape from bondage from satan, self, and sin!
Who is God? What are we to be loved and used by God? Check out these answers from the Burning Bush.
How does God intend His church to operate? Is there a design? Tune in to find out. This message is not part of the One Year Chronological Bible journey
How does God respond to our second guessing Him? Will He destroy those who contradict His ways? What happens to the person who struggles in suffering yet still seeks God? Tune in to find out!
What we know about God is critical to our well being physically, mentally, and physically when we are suffering! Learn who He is by listening in.
What we know or believe about God in the valley and either harm us or help us. So, what do we need to know about Him when our world is falling apart?