Transformation Bible Ministries (TBM)
Teaching the Bible
Mission Statement:
Helping others study and apply the Bible.
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The Pastoral Epistles Layman’s Guide
The Pastoral Epistles Layman’s Guide, written by Dr. David Silver, highlights Paul’s final instructions to Timothy and Titus as they lead churches facing threats from false teaching. Paul urges them to guard the gospel, appoint godly leaders, and teach sound doctrine that produces transformed lives. The letters emphasize that true faith results in godliness, healthy relationships, perseverance in hardship, and devotion to good works. Above all, the church must uphold the truth of the gospel so it can flourish in character, stability, and witness to the world.
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A Message from the Treasurer
Todd Barrett
Transformation Bible Ministries has published a multitude of practical study guides covering many books of the Bible, as well as weekly devotionals and resource videos, all available on our website.
We invite you to consider partnering with us by making a donation. Your contributions allow TBM to produce Bible study resources, devotionals, and videos that reach people worldwide. Additionally, with a significant portion of our budget dedicated to international partnerships, your support helps us equip local congregations worldwide with our simple, foundational study guides and other resources that strengthen all Christians in their walk with the Lord.
Weekly Devotions
The Bow in the Cloud
We carry the weight of broken promises so long that we start to assume every promise has a breaking point. We know better than to say that about God out loud.
Creation Speaks — And So Does Grace
Later, I asked her directly — “Where do you think your faith comes from?”
Temptation vs Testing
Temptation does not come from God. Its purpose is to pull us away—to weaken us, to distract us, to lead us into choices that ultimately bring harm, shame, or distance in our relationship with Him.
God Wrote the Words
When purpose takes over, the results move from the talent of man to the realm of the Divine. We see this “Divine” perfection most clearly…
The Sufficiency of Christ
Paul didn’t get his thorn removed. He got something better. He got the reminder that the God of the universe was personally present in his weakness.
Your Will be Done
God’s kingdom sums up everything a Christian longs for and Corinthians 13 describes this as a world characterized by faith, hope, and love. If our earthly world was built on only these three principles, how much more peaceful, more beautiful, and more livable would it be than the world we’re living in right now?
What Did the Lord’s Prayer Mean to Me?
For many people, the Lord’s Prayer is something they learn early in life. For me, it’s as ingrained as my instinct to breathe.
Why Does a Good God Allow Suffering?
Hardship often shifts our focus from temporary comfort to eternal hope. When life is easy, we tend to rely on ourselves. But when life becomes difficult, we often find ourselves turning to God for strength.
Fear and the Favorite Son
His life would travel from favorite son to a man marked for death, thrown in a pit, sold to nomadic travelers, and imprisoned for roughly thirteen years, before he became the second-most powerful man in one of the world’s greatest dynasties.
The View from the Pit
Oliver Hardy used to say, “This is a fine mess you’ve gotten us into.” It’s funny in a comedy sketch, but not so funny when it’s your actual life.
The Raised Garden Bed
Pastor Andrew Taylor writes, “I like how this passage captures forgiveness both vertically and horizontally.” Paul’s word for “kind” (Greek: chrēstoi) in “Be kind and compassionate to one another…” goes beyond being “nice,” encompassing genuine concern, gentleness, and grace.
The Vine and His Branches
As believers, we are grafted into the family of Christ. Whether symbolized by the vine and branches or the concept of grafting, the underlying principle remains the same: believers are joined to Christ and receive life and blessings through that connection.
You Don’t Know if You Don’t Ask
My brother referenced a passage where Jesus summarized the Mosaic Law with two key commandments: love God fully (Deuteronomy 6:5) and love your neighbor as yourself (Leviticus 19:18).
One Man’s Faith Doesn’t Fall Short
What does hope and strength from faith truly look like?
Ironically, it’s not always seen on the face of those who complain, criticize, or carry a victim mentality. True strength isn’t loud or bitter.
I AM the way and the truth and the life
He was no longer just a teacher or prophet—He was, and is, one with the Father. Jesus intended for His disciples to grasp the spiritual path to the Father. But Thomas, always the inquisitive one, asked, “Lord, we don’t know where You are going, so how can we know the way?”
Whoever is not against us is for us
I believe lyrics about Satan’s power and the fear of God should be handled carefully. But at the same time, am I rejecting something because it’s truly unbiblical or simply because it doesn’t resonate with me? We should evaluate what we sing and hear with humility and wisdom.
Impossible Possibilities
Jesus’ reaction stemmed from the disciples’ failure to remember what they had just witnessed on the mountaintop: God’s divine affirmation of Jesus. In that powerful moment, they had seen God’s glory revealed, yet now, in their moment of weakness, they forgot who Jesus truly was.
He Leadeth Me
If I had remained calm and engaged in an open, honest conversation during the “bad people” attending church discussion, I might have learned more about her understanding and used Paul’s example to explain the grace of God.
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Revelation Study Guide
David Silver
Many people, even Christians, fear the book of Revelation. While it is one of the hardest books of the Bible to understand and apply, it is nonetheless possible to make great progress. It is actually one of the most encouraging books of the Bible. The main theme is for believers to continue to be faithful and endure tribulation, despite persecution, spiritual warfare, and trials. This study guide will take you through every chapter of Revelation and give you a good sense of the content and application. May God richly bless you as the book promises to those who take this book to heart.
Transformation Bible Ministry Leadership
Dr. David Silver
Dr. David Silver has been practicing internal medicine as a primary care provider for over twenty years in the Baltimore area. He studied at Reformed Theological Seminary in the Washington area and developed a heart to teach the gospel and books of the Bible.
Debra Pickett
Born and raised in Ohio. A mother of two daughters and soon to be a grandmother. Debra became a Christian at an early age and love's serving God's people, and praising God. Debra strongly believes in praying every day for God's direction in life.
Todd Barrett
Todd serves on the board of Transformation Bible Ministries (“TBM”). He is active in serving his local church, Christ Community Church, Carmel, Indiana, where he is one of the ruling elders.
Sei Kwak
Sei Kwak, was raised an agnostic. She became a Christian in middle school, with the influence of one of her best friends, who challenged her to think about the existence of a creator.