Tommy Bates Ministries

Living to Shine

Living to Shine

Living to Shine Read John 10:10 In our reading, Jesus says that Satan’s only purpose is this: to kill you, steal from you and destroy you. But Jesus also says […]

Shining for the World to See

World to See

Shining for the World to See The image of being a bright city on a hill for the world to see is more than a metaphor. As each new tragedy […]

The Open Door

The Open Door

The Open Door! Read Revelation 3:7-8 The Bible plainly says Jesus is coming back and will be reuniting with His church. As this time quickly approaches, God is pouring out […]

Committed to Shine

Committed to Shine

Committed to Shine Read Numbers 6:22-27 God’s grace has always been with us, since the creation of Adam. Before Jesus went to Calvary for our sins, grace was already here. […]

Commanded to Shine

Commanded to Shine

Commanded to Shine Read 2 Corinthians 4:6 God is the One who has initiated every instance of salvation, commanding our hearts to Him. And, just as He commanded our hearts […]

Anointed to Shine!

Anointed to Shine

Anointed to Shine Read 2 Corinthians 3:17 In the Old Testament, there are many powerful examples of the Holy Spirit working through people to show His might. For example, the […]

Ascension: Living in the Light

Living in the Light

Living in the Light Read John 1: 1-4 I had a house once and, for some unknown reason, none of the closets had lights. Talk about frustrating! Tara’s growing collection […]

Present Help in Your Time of Need 2-2-2017

A Present Help in Time of Need Read Mark 6:45-52 Kentucky storms can be downright terrifying. I’ve seen the sky turn many different colors, from bright orange to pale green. […]

Out of Darkness 11-10-16

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness […]