Pastor Tom shares a powerful message about reconnecting with Jesus and understanding our true calling, emphasizing the importance of love and commitment in fulfilling our mission to evangelize and care for others, while reminding us that Jesus is always ready to welcome us back into His presence.

Pastor Tom’s message parallels Jesus’ call to His disciples with our own faith journey, urging us to reach out to those in need, spread the good news, and trust in Jesus to guide us as we “fish” for people, emphasizing that the harvest is ripe and God is with us.

In his sermon, Pastor Tom emphasizes that Christians are called to actively share the good news of Jesus Christ, encouraging believers to engage in evangelism with genuine care and relationship-building, much like Jesus did during His ministry.

In this sermon, Pastor Tom enthusiastically shares the meaning and importance of water baptism in the Christian faith, illustrating it as a commanded ordinance from Jesus, an outward sign of inner spiritual transformation, and an essential step in the journey of faith, encouraging all believers to actively participate.

Pastor Tom emphasizes the importance of cherishing God's presence, fostering genuine worship, and understanding the balance of reverence and joy in the life of a church community, illustrating that true faith is built on daily practices rather than mere routine.

In this sermon, Pastor Tom emphasizes that God is a speaking and empowering presence in our lives, urging the congregation to recognize the significance of the Holy Spirit's outpouring in the last days, as well as to actively participate in sharing the gospel and fulfilling God’s purpose through dreams and visions.

With God as our shepherd, we need not fear the challenges of life, represented by the metaphor of the "big bad wolf," as He guides and protects us through all circumstances.

In this character monologue, Pastor Strickland reflects on the journey of faith and redemption, highlighting the transformative power of Jesus Christ through the personal testimony of Peter, discussing themes of acceptance, forgiveness, and the calling to spread the Gospel despite past failures.

No matter how much or how little "stuff" we have—whether it's our possessions, talents, or responsibilities—God calls us to trust Him, use what we have for His purposes, and recognize that earthly "stuff" is temporary while eternal priorities are what truly matter.