Podcasts about pastor tom

Word of Life Bible Reading: The Other Side of Tragedy - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (05/31/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

Exploring Simon Peter's journey with Jesus, Pastor Tom shows that true discipleship is relational, transformational, and rooted in trust, God's Word, the Holy Spirit, commitment, and community. As Cary Alliance Church reflects on its vision, this message challenges believers to move beyond programs and priorities that distract, and embrace a life fully reoriented around following Jesus and helping others do the same.

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From Death to Life: Baptize America Sunday - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (05/24/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

Pastor Tom shares Cary Alliance Church's refreshed vision: “Loving Jesus. Reaching People.” Rooted in Jesus' greatest commandment, this message challenges believers to move beyond empty religion into wholehearted love for God and authentic love for neighbors. Exploring Mark 12 and the Good Samaritan, Pastor Tom calls the church to bridge the gap between what we believe and how we live. In a rapidly changing culture, what does it mean to faithfully make disciples, serve others, and shine Christ's light? This message is an invitation to deeper devotion, real community impact, and gospel-centered transformation.

Jesus makes it possible for us to know that when he returns we will receive a perfect new body that will never wear out and will always glorify God.

Word of Life Bible Reading: Boasting About the Cross - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (05/17/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

As a church, we put a LOT of emphasis on what we call "Missions"—that is, the efforts we make to love, serve, and reach people who aren't part of the Cape Cod Church family. This weekend, we'll look at one of Jesus' most famous encounters to find a model of missional living that we can use to show and tell people, "Across the Street and Around the World," about his love.   First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you! Do you have any prayer request? Send us a message.  Connect with Us:

In this sermon Pastor Jonathan discusses how as Jesus prays that we may all be one, we are called into relationships that transform lives. On this day we celebrate the work with the Haitian Timoun Foundation, welcome new members into the congregation, and celebrate the ministry of Pastor Tom. The power of Christ's love draws us together as one through all of these celebrations.

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In this powerful joint message, Pastor Tom and Pastor Adrian unpack two stories from 2 Kings 4 that reveal “the God who remembers.” From a desperate widow facing loss to a woman praying silently for a child, both encounters show that God sees, hears, and provides beyond expectation. Through personal stories, biblical insight, and heartfelt encouragement, they remind us that no one is forgotten by God. Whether you feel overlooked, weary, or waiting on unanswered prayer, this message points to the Lord who still works miracles, restores hope, and surprises His people with grace.

Sermon by Pastor Tom, "The Harassed but Held"

Pastor Tom shares in our discipleship sermon series on the amazing core truth of salvation and what it means for our past, present, and future.

The truth of the resurrection of Jesus and his followers has profound implications for how we live and how we die.

Check out week 5 in Pastor Tom's series in the book of Hebrews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Word of Life Bible Reading: Trash Tastes Delicious - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (05/10/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

As Pastor Tom closes the book of James, he explores a powerful truth: Christians were never meant to walk alone. In a culture of isolation, James calls believers into authentic community—enduring suffering together, speaking life to one another, restoring those who wander, and growing into Christ through truth and love. This message challenges the “me and Jesus” mindset and paints a compelling vision of the church as a life-giving family marked by humility, prayer, encouragement, and grace. What does it mean to truly belong to the community of Christ? Join us as we discover James' final and urgent call to the church.

Happy Mother's Day! Today, we celebrate the women who have nurtured, led, and loved us. But today is also a special "one-off" bridge message as we transition from our "Unstoppable Acts" series. In 2013, Pastor Tom traveled to Kenya—from the dense urban slums of Kiberra to the lush mountains above Lake Victoria. In this message, he shares a "hidden chapter" of his journey and how it fundamentally shifted his understanding of God's heart for justice, generosity, and compassion. In this message, we explore: The Power of "Womb-Love": Understanding the Hebrew word rakhum (Compassion) and how God uses a mother's heart to describe His own. The Speaking Stick: A lesson from the Maasai warriors on dignity and giving a voice to the silenced. Does it work? Looking at the 2013 study on how child sponsorship creates a lifelong "Solid Rock" of hope. RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Since Christ has been raised from the dead, all his people will be raised to eternal life and the enemies of God will be defeated.

Check out week 4 in Pastor Tom's series in the book of Hebrews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Word of Life Bible Reading: Wasted Grace - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (05/03/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

Two believers. Same diagnosis. Same prayers. Different outcomes. Why? In this powerful message from James 5, Pastor Tom wrestles with one of faith's hardest questions: what does it really mean to pray in faith when healing isn't guaranteed? Discover the biblical call to seek prayer, community, confession, and trust in God's will. Explore the difference between physical healing and ultimate wholeness—and why every prayer is answered, even when the outcome isn't what we expect. If you've ever wondered where God is in suffering, this conversation meets you there—with honesty, hope, and deeper trust.

In this message, Pastor Tom Messer launches our new family series by walking through Genesis 24, the story of how Isaac met Rebekah. Through one of the most detailed chapters in Genesis, we see God's design for covenant marriage, faithful obedience, and generational faithfulness.Pastor Tom reminds us that marriage is more than a relationship, it is a picture of Christ's love for the Church. In a culture where families are under pressure, this message offers biblical hope that no marriage, no family, and no story is beyond God's redemption and grace.Join us as we discover how God's providence, unconditional love, and purpose for the family still shape our lives today at Trinity.

In the series finale of Unstoppable Acts, Pastor Tom explores what it means to live out our "Fourth Day"—the life we lead after the mountaintop experience ends. Using the metaphor of a "Strava Beacon," we look at how the Holy Spirit provides us with a signal of safety and direction, and how we are called to be a "live beacon" for others. Today, we hear more from Steven and Devin about their wild experience during a 50mph windstorm and a total power outage. From dealing with "impostor syndrome" to facing the shadows of the past, their stories prove that God doesn't waste our suffering—He turns it into a witness. * The "Dunamis" Power: How the Holy Spirit acts like dynamite to blow up our fears and reveal Christ's character. * The Three Chunks: A simple way to share your faith story without using "churchy" words. Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49602773 NEW HERE? Connect With Us!

Pastor Tom preaches on the disciples who met Jesus on the road to Emmaus. Message originally preached Wednesday evening March 25, 2026.

If Jesus didn't rise from the dead, the Christian faith is empty and useless.  

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Check out week 3 in Pastor Tom's series in the book of Hebrews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the real problem isn't just cynicism… but the way we think there are only two options?In Part 2 of this series, Pastor Tom explores the tension between being naive and becoming cynical—and how Jesus offers a completely different way. Drawing from Matthew 10, we're invited to live with eyes wide open while refusing to let our hearts become hardened.This message challenges us to examine where cynicism has taken root in our lives and offers a practical path forward: name it, trace it, and pray it.Rather than settling for a life that is guarded and closed off, Jesus calls us back to something deeper—a posture that is both wise and pure, grounded and open, honest yet hopeful.If you've ever found yourself becoming more critical, more guarded, or more tired of disappointment, this message is for you

Standalone Message: Logou tēs Zōēs - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (04/26/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

What if the gap between what you know and what you live is shaping everything? Pastor Tom explores how truly believing in God's sovereignty transforms our speech, our prayers, and our praise. Walking through James 5, he challenges us to trade control for trust—speaking with integrity, turning to God in suffering, and rejoicing in every season. When faith moves from head to heart, it changes how we talk, how we respond, and how we live. This message calls us to a deeper, lived trust in a God who is fully in control—and fully good.

This sermon from Pastor Tom Messer addresses the spiritual strongholds that imprison believers through lies, distorted thinking, and negative attitudes formed from unhealed hurts and unbroken habits. Pastor Tom emphasizes that these strongholds are ingrained patterns of thinking not based on truth that create a prison which eventually feels like home. The core message is that spiritual problems require spiritual solutions, and only the gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to demolish these fortresses of lies. Through the cross, believers have already been declared free, but many live in the gap between freedom declared and freedom experienced. Pastor Tom calls listeners to bring every thought under the authority of Christ and experience gospel renewal that doesn't just redecorate their lives but completely demolishes and rebuilds them on the truth of the gospel.

The Christian gospel stands firmly on the historical death and resurrection of Jesus.

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Pastor Tom continues our Centering on Jesus series with a powerful message from Colossians 1:15–23. In this passage, Paul gives us a breathtaking view of who Jesus truly is — the image of the invisible God, the creator of all things, the head of the church, and the one who reconciles all things through the cross. When we see Jesus more clearly, everything else comes into focus.

Check out week 2 in Pastor Tom's series in the book of Hebrews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Word of Life Bible Reading: Strike Another Arrow - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (04/19/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

Sermon by Pastor Tom,"Those On The Run"

Staff Meeting: Lessons from King Saul: Part 13 - Pastor Tom JJ Wood (04/14/2026) by Word of Life Assembly of God

The truth and necessity of the death of Jesus by crucifixion is the starting point for celebrating the hope of his resurrection.

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