Gary Thomas

Gary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 20 books, including  When to Walk Away, Sacred Marriage,  Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning Authentic Faith. He has a master’s degree from Regent College, where he studied under Dr. J.I. Packer, and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in 49 states and 9 different countries. He has appeared numerous times on various national radio and television programs, including CBN, Focus on the Family and FamilyLife Today.

Episodes appearing in

Launching Your Kids Well

with Gary Thomas, Jonathan Pitts,...more
September 3, 2022
What does it take to launch your kids well? Dennis Rainey recounts the story of the first time he dropped a daughter off at college. Alex Chediak explains why parents must be the ones to prepare their kids. Michelle Hill covers the value of independence, View Show Notes →

Gary Thomas: Lifelong Love that Fights the Drift

with Gary Thomas
May 17, 2022
Feeling the drift in your marriage? Author Gary Thomas explores how intimacy with God helps us go the distance in marriage and fight for lifelong love. View Show Notes →

Gary Thomas: A Lifelong Love

with Gary Thomas
May 16, 2022
Could closeness with God breathe passion in your marriage? Author Gary Thomas helps you chase down spiritual purpose for closeness that lasts a lifetime. View Show Notes →

Contentment or Comparison

with Gary Thomas, Kay Wills Wyma,...more
May 14, 2022
Kay Wills Wyma, Gary Thomas and Priscilla Shirer help us remember to be content with the life we have and avoid the temptation to compare ourselves with others. View Show Notes →

Love for a Lifetime

with Gary Thomas, Laura Story, Vo...more
March 19, 2022
Marriage was intended to be a lifetime covenant. Be inspired and encouraged in your marriage commitment from guests Gary Thomas, Laura Story, and Voddie Baucham. View Show Notes →

When My Family Is Toxic

with Gary Thomas
December 13, 2019
When the people in your family hurt you the most, what do you do? Gary Thomas explains that if a family member enjoys tearing you down and destroying the relationship, then it may be time to walk away. View Show Notes →

Help! I’m Married to a Toxic Spouse!

with Gary Thomas
December 12, 2019
Gary Thomas explains that when a spouse is controlling or has a murderous spirit, it might be necessary, in some circumstances, to walk away. Thomas contrasts a toxic marriage from a difficult marriage. View Show Notes →

Playing Spiritual Defense

with Gary Thomas
December 11, 2019
Sometimes it's best to just walk away. That's what Gary Thomas wants you to know when facing toxic people. Thomas explains how, in the gospels, Jesus walked away from people 41 times. View Show Notes →

Love for a Lifetime

with Gary Thomas, Laura Story, Vo...more
March 23, 2019
Marriage was intended to be a lifetime covenant. Be inspired and encouraged in your marriage commitment from guests Gary Thomas, Laura Story, and Voddie Baucham. View Show Notes →