Resources on Frank A Thomas

Imagination, Accountability, Character, Identity

A Grain of Sand

Frank A Thomas | A Sermon for Every Sunday

A prolific African American preacher and mystic prayed Psalm 139 every day of his adult life. Frank Thomas teaches us how we can and should pray scripture for the rest of our lives.

Psalm 139:17-18

Prayer, Scripture, Scriptures, Word Of God

What Really Is a Dangerous Sermon?

Frank A Thomas | Ministry Matters

Frank A. Thomas defines what a dangerous sermon is, discussing moral imaginations and Jesus' preaching of dangerous sermons.

Politics, Morality, Sermon, Equality

Shallow Journey and Deep Challenges

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

This sermon, "Shallow Journey and Deep Challenges" by Frank A. Thomas is based on 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, ...

2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Eschatology, God's Deliverance

Your Prayers Suspended Into Air

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

This sermon by Frank A. Thomas is based on Daniel 10:1-4, when Daniel sees a vision and God speaks to him thru that vision.

Daniel 10:1-14

God's Deliverance, Listening To God

A Unified Vision

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

This sermon by Frank Thomas is based on Numbers 11:16-17, where the Lord is talking to Moses, about sharing the burden of the people among the elders of Israel.

Numbers 11:16-17

Is Preaching Still Relevant?

Unity, Community

Frank A Thomas | Ministry Matters

Frank A. Thomas reflects on how preaching can remain relevant in an age of social media, instant communication, and other trusted information sources. Thomas believes proclamation must be adapted to current communication systems.

Preaching, Social Media, Proclamation, Youth

Preaching As Celebration

Frank A Thomas | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Frank A. Thomas explores celebration as the distinct perspective and genius of African American preaching. Participants were invited to discuss celebrative preaching as a universal characteristic of good preaching in varied cultural contexts (Length: 1:03:00).

Joy, Rejoicing, Preaching, African-american

The Power of African-American Preaching

Duane Kelderman | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

In this edited interview, Frank Thomas discusses how he came to see the need for African-American preaching to spark a preaching renaissance and revive American Christianity.

Preaching, Sermon, Homiletics, African-american

A Unifying Vision

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

This sermon by Frank Thomas is based on Proverbs 29:18: "Where there is no prophecy, the people cast off restraint, but happy are those who keep the law."

Proverbs 29:18

Disobedience, Congregational Flourishing, Unity, Sin, Evil

Anointed

Frank A Thomas | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Service Outline or Song Suggestions

A worship service let by Joyce Borger, Michael Burkhardt, and Rawn Harbor, with the sermon by Frank Thomas based on Isaiah 61:1-3 on the theme of the anointed one. (Length: 01:05:29)

Isaiah 61:1-3

Anoint, Assyria, Babylon, Despair

A Welcoming and Hospitable People

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

... on John 1:10-11, this sermon by Frank Thomas speaks to the irony of this passage. Entitled ...

John 1:10-11

Christmas, Divinity Of Christ, Jesus Christ's Humanity, Incarnation

Search Results for "Frank A Thomas" on Hymnary.org

Away in a MangerPD
Praise God, from whom all blessings flowPD
Am I a Soldier?PD
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Be Happy Anyway

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

Frank A. Thomas preaches "Be Happy, Anyway," based on Matthew 5:1-12, the Beatitudes, using Pharrell Williams' song "Happy" as an illustration to connect Jesus' commentary on how to be "happy" to our lives.

Matthew 5:1-12

Beatitudes, Christian's Secret Of A Happy Life, Messiah, Inspiration

Jesus Is a Cheerful Giver

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

In this sermon by Frank Thomas based on 2 Corinthians 9:8, the listener is reminded that God blesses us abundantly. He gives us all that we need, "so that in all things at all times, having...

2 Corinthians 9:8

Gratitude, Money, Tithing

The Price for a New World

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

This sermon, "The Price for a New World," by Frank Thomas is based on Jeremiah 29:8-11, where God reminds his people that he will, in fact, keep his promises, to bring them back to their land,...

Jeremiah 29:8-11

Faith, Hope, God's Deliverance, God's Faithfulness

Lord, Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace

Jeff Barker | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Song or Hymn, Article about Worship and the Sacraments

In this video-recording, the Conference Gospel Choir leads a festival of song, prayer, and scripture at the 2016 Calvin Symposium of Worship. (Length: 1:12:16)

Peace, Gospel Music, Joy

Inquire of the Lord

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

In this sermon on Joshua 14, Frank Thomas explores the actions and decisions of the Israelites and their consequences, teaching us to "inquire of the Lord" in all things. Then, God will lead us into truth.

Joshua 14

Sin, Pride, Selfishness, God's Deliverance

Debunking the Ham Doctrine

Frank A Thomas | African American Lectionary

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Frank Thomas' commentary refutes the Ham Doctrine as "a theological misinterpretation and erroneous fabrication loosely based upon Genesis 9:18-27" that has been used to justify racial stereotyping, hatred, and oppression of people of African descent.

Genesis 9:18-27

Slavery, Ham, Canaan, Racism

God's Grace, Steadfast Love, and Faithfulness

Frank A Thomas | DrFrankThomas.com

Frank Thomas' sermon on Philippians 2:1-11, speaking to God's steadfast love, mercy, and faithfulness.

Philippians 2:1-11

God's Faithfulness, God's Love, God's Holiness, God's Mercy

Solid Resources for Lively Preaching

Scott Hoezee | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Where are the solid resources on which the preacher can rely? This video seminar offers hands-on ideas for preachers on how to engage the resources and opportunities that are available. (Length: 1:48:07)