The Plus Side

[@voicebymatt]

I’m so proud of you my brother! Let’s keep growing!!! Much love to you! Keep shining that light!!!! 💡

[@scrapykat3028]

When the student is ready, the teacher arrives. Each time I read passages from the Bible, I learn something new even if I’ve read it several times before.

[@christinapoor2289]

Amen :)

[@joycebegnaud9645]

I thought I knew the Bible going to church for years. Boy was I wrong, now reading for myself in our household as a family and we are all learning so much and so grateful and Thankful 🥰 Almost finished it for the first time in my life and I can’t believe how much we were taught that was completely wrong 😮

[@christinapoor2289]

I'm on my 3rd time now. :)

[@badgermamaw1870]

Very strong statement, thank you.

[@jimmyspruill5400]

AMEN BROTHER, the WONDERS OF THE WORD!!!!!

[@WJCamp]

You don't know me Bear, but I found your channel a few months ago. This is the first time I've ever commented....I typically don't on anything I watch. But today, from my heart, to you I want to say thank you for your obedience and faithfulness Brother...I'm sitting here, wrecked, with tears running down my face...that was for me & you know what I'm talkin about...be encouraged. I pray Yah bless you and your family abundantly Brother and thank you again...Shalom

[@MDK1968Mimi]

❤🙏❤️

[@joycebegnaud9645]

Amen 🥰🙏

[@Nick-u4e7v]

Your in a good place my friend!

[@LandoT]

You're not alone, I usually don't comment more than a simple thank you. However, my spirit wakes up when Mr. Bear speaks as if he is speaking to me, and it is certainly needed. Thank you for sharing brother.

[@RedPerew]

Been there Bro Shalom

[@professiondraincleanerbrya8664]

55 days sober bear. it wasnt easy but you were one of the biggest reasons for it. you reached me when no one could. from talking about your past to talking about where you are now. i have been trying to be sober for 2 years, im 29 and a 5th generation alcoholic. Ironically 11-11-24 i got sober. i always worked but i was empty. i am doing great now! i know the father has been working on me through you and Bob (i relate to alot of his past he has shared on the internet). dont change being you. you can reach people that can never be reach. bless you TJ and your wonderful family! enjoy your vacation! be safe!

[@beeamerica5024]

@@professiondraincleanerbrya8664 congratulations

[@betty8173]

May God bless your new journey. My family is Irush drinkers, a few alcoholics, and I just abstain for example. God has surely brought you this far, He is able to complete...

[@lisacarden1309]

👍🏼👍🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@robertagordon3077]

God's grace with you on your daily path. I love Tool's song Sober. I hope your new freedom bears good fruit and brings you peace and joy.

[@Dawnfinn03]

🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@hollier9485]

Your story is EXACTLY ours. Watched the 1st church I ever became a member of IMPLODE! Business meetings. Egos. Gross behavior. We left & soon after the church split. This church was Southern baptist. We were baptized there. Little did I know that Yahuah had other plans for me. He put me on a Hebrew path. Studying the Natsarim. He snatched my eyes open! I now had questions that could not be answered by attending church. Yahusha taught from the mount. He did not intend for his congregation to bicker over church business. Its distracting from Him. Now I home church. We do not need a middle man. ❤

[@Reborn_Shepard]

Dude! I was a singer in a metal band since 2004, we got sponsored by Rockstar energy, toured, all that jive. For the last 4 years, I switched my lyrics to a biblically sound message. 2 of gave our life to Christ. 2 of us to Satan. The band broke up. Dude the fangs came out when the topic of Yeshua came up! Nice hat, BTW, it's cool AF

[@JoelCaseyJonesMusic]

The Lord can and WILL use us former metalheads for the kingdom! 🤙🏽

[@V3n0m0usVix3n]

Band name?

[@everettrhay4855]

@JoelCaseyJonesMusic Amen brother metal head, we’ve made it this far, it’s got to be Dad's plan. Life gets better at 150 db.

[@Reborn_Shepard]

@V3n0m0usVix3n old man trainwreck. But to be transparent. The latest stuff released was written a long time ago, and never released. My old drummer had it mastered and released it with Satan on the cover to be spiteful. That action made more than the band to break up. It ended our friendship. It was that or knock his teeth out eventually. Do not be unequally yoked. Listen to Exodus if you listen to anything.

[@Onewaybackhome]

Brother Bear- Your heart is the drum that responds to YaH's messages. You set aside the equipment, while Elohim decides the appropriate time to require your gift for His glory. The Father has set the tempo, and the heart resonates accordingly. The 10 yrs you stepped away from the "instrument," the Father was lovingly educating His musician. You've begun the 2nd half of a Master Class. You haven't skipped a beat Bear- You're a good steward of resources; how MUCH MORE is Elohim with His. Love you-

[@Bigtimbrr]

❤❤❤

[@Nick-u4e7v]

This was thoughtful.

[@denisebridges8639]

Blessings, Bear family, for health and increased "Fire in the Belly."

[@brothergas1260]

Amen brother!!!!……

[@Swamp-Fox]

I have been hiding my lamp under a basket for most of my life. This gives me a lot to think about. Thank you for your candor.

[@makadutaarzola9453]

Good morning Bear. I'm 70years old and was in a church that the same thing happened when I was 30 and my marriage was destroyed and I felt totally alone and lost. I struggled for several years and then my dad passed and before he passed he told me that God is in control and not to give up on letting him in again. I knew God was speaking thru my awesome daddy that he had never left me but was just waiting for me to realize that. At 38, I met the most incredible godly man and have been married now for 32 years and I wake up every morning thanking God for loving me so much that he would bless me so incredibly . You have a sweet heart and I am grateful I found your channel and was Blessed again today . ❤🙏

[@tstrongarm77]

It's inspiring when a physically large man can be vulnerable. Thanks for this.

[@SherryONeill]

There Is SomeThing Deeply SAFE About A PowerFull Man Being VulnerAble Being Free From The Fear Of Man Makes Us All, Man And WoMan, BeautiFull There Is Only The PleaSure Of Elohim To Seek

[@Patricia-c2i7h]

73 year old. I say to myself all the time. Why didn’t someone really teach me what’s in the Bible at 10. I was told about salvation. I was saved but no one taught or told me to read my Bible. Lord finally showed me or either i finally listened. And started reading for myself. I could have avoided a lot of pain had i Listened earlier. God Bless You and Your Family. Occupying till Jesus comes praying for Ya All ♥️🙏

[@jimmycarr9161]

Amein!

[@tylerjones4271]

Brother I haven’t been to church in over 16yrs. Your channel is the closet I get to church. Love that you keep it real Pastor Bear. God Bless you and yours Brother Bear and family

[@nativestrong7253]

Hebrews 10:24,25 Keep looking

[@j.p.5716]

@@nativestrong7253 - Been looking for 3 years myself. Can't find any like minded believers, just pastors running a business and people attending the social club. No real church.

[@odinduval795]

Apple tree doesn't eat the apple! Never heard that before but damn is that a hell of metaphor. Thanks for sharing!!

[@heidiwestgate7045]

God pushed us out of WA a year ago to SC not knowing anyone. Left everything behind. We since have listened to your channel, got involved in Torah observant church, came to Jonesborough with other obedient children of God, and now my husband is leading preparedness for our church family. You and your wife are bringing people to God. I have been asking my husband for several years where are all of the good men? I found 100 of them when we came to Jonesborough. God bless you TJ and I bet you have an amazing wife standing beside you. Shalom

[@evitaemarie]

Great testimony! Where is a Torah observant church in SC? Much love from Goose Creek, SC.

[@Claire5020GEN]

How delightful on the (hills of Oklahoma) are the feet of one who brings good news, Who announces peace And brings good news of happiness, Who announces salvation, And says to Zion, “Yah, our God reigns!”

[@veracutbear2445]

As a former death metal guitarist this has me jammed up. Thanks for the message bear

[@JoelCaseyJonesMusic]

Let that consume you… your gifts were given to you by the creator so that you can minister to those others cannot reach. Shalom brother

[@j.p.5716]

Become a Life Metal guitarist!

[@johncox7121]

This man has helped my family more than he”ll ever know…sincerely,JC -Fixer

[@elchedom69]

Good morning sir, I stopped going to church since the priest started pushing c19 jab making sound it was love for neighbor. I have followed your channel for a few years and you have helped me to look at the word in different light. I thank God for putting the Bear Nation in my path. Your channel has kept me from falling back to my dark past. We have many things in common from some childhood past, play drums in my youth, betrayal by church folk and even we have the birth day. We meant in Phila for a class. The Father never left alone. I normally don’t leave comments thank you sir your channel has saved me with the grace of the Father and all can say thanks. Sorry for all words Please keep me in prayers it’s getting harder to the old me at bay. Again thanks

[@gunnargrossbach2184]

I have been subscribed to this channel for many years. This is the best communication i have seen from Bear ever . Im sure i missed some of the communications. However, the growth of this individual is righteous. Im blown away Bear ....Love you, Brother.

[@pickititllneverheal9016]

Same here.

[@oklahomahomesteading.7813]

900 people in here, 280 thumbs up... come on people, show your support for the Bear 🐻 Nation. Hit the thumbs up 👍

[@kathynelson1966]

Well Mr Bear, I truly don’t like hearing the foul language and you have expressed each time on your channel if you do not like my cursing to not come on and listen. Well I respect that and I have tried to bypass your recordings, but I keep being led to listen and watch you. I want to thank you for being so open on this. Your words and what you have been through are very impactful. Thank you for listening to the Holy Spirit as I am waking through a difficult season right now and this helped immensely. It’s not about us, it’s about the Lord.

[@superfish2116]

Great MORNING BEAR NATION!!!! KEEP ON KEEPING ON!!!! STAY WARM And with the FATHER!!!

[@KarenHolt-f8y]

Amen!!

[@Slgktkg]

Between this and your last PELT video... phew. Words cannot express the appreciation of how Yah is using you to show others how to heal.

[@hollyh9334]

You have a true gift of reaching people. Keep it up, Bear.

[@MakaOKeAkua]

I don't know if you will ever see this comment but thank you Brother. I have so much inside from all the hurt pain and abuse and your message spoke volumes to me. God bless you and thank you.

[@kayspencer4234]

11:59 The key to moving past deep hurts is forgiveness. Yah says to forgive your brother first, then come to me and bring your gifts. Forgive others as He forgave us. Can be one very tough step in moving forward. Yah bless, he wants your whole heart!

[@AugsterA]

I didn't expect hearing this from you today, and as I listened on, I realized how hardened I've been after my oldest Son made a life choice 15 years ago this come March 22nd. Things I held against other ppl, and from some family members, and some things against my three other Sons. Long story short, now my Son Wesley, my 3rd born out of 4 Sons, he now has cancer at the age of 41. Like I mentioned before I've kept my other Sons away from me, and my son Wesley throughout the years has been trying to connect with me, but realizing how much of an horses arse I've been. I just held on to things that were said after my oldest Son committed suicide in my front yard at 6:23 am that horrific Monday. My apologies for too much information shared if it has been too much to express here. Thank you for your message. It's time for me to try to mend things..

[@kimgordon3695]

🙏🙋

[@kayeeiland4167]

You have come to a place where those who read the comments actually pray for those in need . Prayers were offered for you , your sons and the re-connecting in progress. Your Father loves you . Pass it on .

[@kayspencer4234]

Prayers for forgiveness and Yah's love and peace in your lives❤

[@martinhickey2173]

Your message comes at a time when I have a number of changes in my life that I didn't ask for. Earlier this week I was given the opportunity (and the time) to address some things that have needed time, focus and hard work to address. Today I turned on YT to look at a live stream on the winter storm and the first thing I was presented with was "The Plus Side". Sometimes I wonder if the Most High has a special 2x4 with my name on one side of it, and "Listen up Dumb A$$" on the other side of it. I'll keep it short. Thank you.

[@kimgordon3695]

😅

[@betty8173]

Our sermon today was beginning with Daniel. How Daniel and his 3 were taken from their home forcefully, taken from family, food, religion, everuthing...but, Daniel chose to honor God. Simple path...but fraught with danger in the world. May God bless you.

[@dannyboling4627]

He must have a stack of 2×4s...my names on one too..I find He takes me back to the last place I stopped listening and says Are ya ready to do it My Way now..

[@terrygower3424]

You made God proud with this video brother and help more people than you'll ever know God bless you

[@FarmerC.J.]

Thank you for sharing, Bear. When I was 18 years old , ( I'm now 59)...I sat across from my earthly Father crying at the kitchen table over some worthless boy who had hurt me. My sweet father said "read and study your Bible." "Read proverbs, Song of Solomon , etc. in my childish ways I disobeyed my earthly and Heavenly Father....many ups and downs happened in my life... At some point in my life My Father in Heaven took a spiritual 2x4 and literally clobbered me upside the head ...that's how stubborn and prideful I was back then....I now have an amazing relationship with my Father in heaven. My earthly Father passed away over 30 years ago never seeing that I finally listened to him and study my Holy Bible. So grateful I submitted to The Most High, my Abba.🙏🏻❤️✝️

[@lynnekirkup984]

❤❤❤😊

[@jimmycarr9161]

Thank you Bear , for providing a great place for Bear Nation to gather , be blessed ,and get closer to the Father , to perpetuate normal in our lives. May you be blessed to have a safe place to share your music. Shalom brother.

[@heathernoelle8936]

We were attending a small Independent Fundamental Baptist church about a decade ago. We went through some significant spiritual abuse there, and after a year and a half of this-we left/were run off. This was the worst period of my life. Shunned by all the folks who “loved us”, and further stalked and harassed and villainized by the church leadership for over a year. It affected my health so terribly I thought at times that I was dying. It affected our family horribly. We did not go anywhere for three years. But guess what? During that “wilderness time”, like you, I started reading the Bible for myself. The Father used that long terrible time to bring me to Torah. Beauty for ashes. I’d do it all again in a minute for that. He can use the worst situations for His good. Love yall, shalom.

[@demo6349]

Something very basic that my Grandma told me from the time I can remember, every experience in life is either a lesson or a blessing, sometimes its both! TY Bear I needed this reminder today!

[@IVAR-mali1]

Thank you My Brother our Lord and Savior is amazing. I was Spiritually, attacked last night. I was sitting here this morning, with the tears streaming down my face saying out loud why me,I pray hard with every step,still I was back to why,None of it makes sense. And Lord behold a giant Bear Hugg shows up this mourning. Thank you for you !! Of course, I'm watering my tree, with the tears from my eyes. But that will pass. Love you My friend thank you Shalom

[@chersavedbygrace]

Very profound sermon, thankyou for sharing your vulnerability,to give us courage to go on with our talents…

[@maga4u]

Fourth and Fifth Step. A preacher I loved what he preached, then he got the jab and he changed. I couldn't listen to him anymore. He changed. My very best friend's husband used to read the Word to her every night before she passed away. Very special people. I miss them.

[@BayouBetty1]

I needed this today. HIS glory shines through you TJ and it’s beautiful to witness🤍 Thank you

[@mamat5264]

100% true! The light of Yeshua shines thru. It draws ppl like a moth to a flame.

[@spaceprepper3657]

When the Lord tells you something, the message is not always clear right away. May the good Lord watch over you and your family and friends. Peace and Love 😊.

[@wendyhallgren3595]

Just told my fellowship that I was feeling called to start a woman's group, but i was afraid. And then this pops up in my feed. Groups of women are hatd for me. Yes, and past hurts. But I am going to take this as a message from Yah to move forward, although I am still afraid.

[@krissyp7219]

Courage: Being afraid and doing it anyway. ♥👍♥

[@j.p.5716]

Are you an "older woman"? Titus 2:3-5 God only calls the older women to tech the young. Don't mistake your own desires for God's will.

[@wendyhallgren3595]

@j.p.5716 yes, turning 60 next month. Raised a family and now helping raise grandchildren who lost thier mother. 43 yrs as a believer.

[@j.p.5716]

@@wendyhallgren3595 - Excellent

[@JusticeBride1111]

This undid me. I needed to hear this and deal with some past church hurts that I didn’t even realize were affecting me. Thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing! I can see how the Lord will heal a lot of us through what you shared. “A pear tree doesn’t eat its own fruit.” Wow! TRUTH!

[@brendaandmichael]

My husband and I raised our four daughters in the church and they were all musicians and worship leaders. Three out of four no longer attend church…I have continued faithfully as childrens ministry coordinator waiting for my adult children to come back…this brings me hope, thank you!

[@j.p.5716]

You should have raised your daughters to be wives. Wives are followers (of their husbands), not leaders in public.

[@ninnymuggins5159]

This little light of mine, I'm gonna LET IT SHINE.................🥁

[@LiebinLA]

Thanks Bear. Your story made me weep. It’s true in the moment we ask “why”? Later it is revealed why. Keep up the good work!

[@ironwolfthebiker2749]

Brother ❤❤❤! I have been praying this for you since that night on PELT! I used to be a worship leader at a small "big C " church. I would pinch hit for the pastor when he needed a Sunday off. I went through a horrible divorce (from the pastors daughter) and walked away from all of it. I have not played guitar or sang publicly since. It breaks my heart. I know the pain. It has been 15 years now.

[@betty8173]

Praying for freedom from any condemnation, our God is able. I am so sorry. (I married a pk, thinking I would be 'safe' but oh, not so...but God)

[@doncarr9860]

You hit the nail right on the head brother! Uncover, discover, and discard. More is always revealed. I find you with an open heart, and mine has opened towards yours.

[@robinwatson8040]

We appreciate you T. More than you will ever know. Shalom yall.

[@Stryker_Cade]

It takes great strength to be vulnerable. Bless you brother!

[@johncox7121]

@@Stryker_Cade bless you Stryker

[@williampinner1893]

You blessed me brother. I too am a drummer. I play mainly on the worship team now. I was a working full time musician for 30 years. Got married, had a son and decided to do something else for a living. That was decades ago. I suffer from depression which is an attack of the enemy. I love Jesus and believe the Bible is the word of God. I know the truth about God, Jesus and I feel I'm weak because I still suffer from depression. I am blessed but feel guilty that I'm not depression free. It's the thorn in my flesh like Paul had. God works in mysterious ways. I'm so glad that I can still play the drums for the Father and His son Jesus and help the people worship the one true living God. Everybody has their cross to bear. I'm glad He gives me the strength to keep going. Peace in Him. William

[@kayspencer4234]

William or anyone with depression. Use TTFD, a high dose Vit B1 that crosses the blood-brain barrier. Also for addictions fatigue, neuropathy, cardiac, etc. See video on this with Dr Darren Schmidt. Yah bless y'all.

[@edwardbailey9868]

Hoorah Brother, we spoke about this in church this morning, I’m guilty of not showing my light/fruit in the way I should, we all sometimes get complacent & lose sight of things, I believe today was my reminder, not only through the service this morning, but confirmed through this message from you, lastly, I found out that a friend of my daughter in law’s house burned down this morning. We are all pulling together and through Yah we will get this family back on track, thank you for all you do & please pray for all of us.

[@benpaka2928]

As a young Christian man in his early 20's who is married, I think I can say there are so many guys that are with me in saying we wish we could be next to you daily to learn from you and just get wisdom. Godly Wisdom. My dad was in my life, but not really there for me. I was never beaten but i was emotionally abused by my parents. I wish I could have a role model in my life, and then I came across your channel. God Bless you (Yes I know I could find role models in church, but tbh it is almost impossible to find someone who is open about these life things, want to help the next generation, and are Godly)

[@kayspencer4234]

Be praying for you, great mentors are a big deal❤

[@beeamerica5024]

You are created in the image of God and so is that brother you're talking to ✌️

[@dannyjackson5132]

Bear when I found you on the U Tube you sparked my walk with the Lord and I Thank you for this keep spreading the light Love ya Brother

[@travislambert5760]

Bear, I’m 32. Been in church and playing guitar/drums my whole life and then metal bands 16-22. Toured, did the whole thing. Went to Bible college and worked for and was contracted by all the churches in my area. Last year, I left bc of disagreements with leadership about what was biblically sound teaching and birth of my daughter. Man I used guitar as a release prayer since I was 6 and played everyday until I quit. I just can’t pick it up. We haven’t been to church in a few months. Today was “the day”. Guess what we didn’t go, and God gave this to me instead. Much thanks for your content. Been watching since late 2019. Thanks for the vid again man🤝

[@TheHillbillyHoney]

Bear - thank you for this powerful video. May your path of sharing your gift be blessed beyond measure. Your words brought tears to my eyes, and really hit home.

[@karlapreas4039]

It's one of those divine paradoxes that most can't get their head around: The Father is in us as we use his gifts, as well as being the Audience. Everybody else is an NPC. They are secondary. You play a Command Performance to the creator of the universe. If your hands don't shake or voice break after such an event, you're doing it wrong. Thanks for this message- it sings and rings in me.

[@spacedaisy6132]

This may be the best ive heard u make bear. I needed to hear this. Thank u

[@CyrusVyrus]

Right place, at the right time, to hear the right words. Thank you, God, for Bear, the lessons he has been taught, and the ability to share with the world. I pray the door stays open for me, for faith, and for hope. Thank you God. Thank you Bear.

[@BNM-b7t]

HalleluYAH Your obedience is glory for YAHUAH!!

[@everettrhay4855]

Well fiddlesticks…. I’ve been going through something similar. My pastor has been trying, for over two years, to get me to play my instrument in the worship team. At the time there were 3 other guitar players, they didn’t need me. Since then, both Vern and Gorge have gone home to be with Dad. Now, every time we, speak, he doesn’t bring it up, but the whole time he’s looking right through me and I know what he’s thinking. Maybe this is what I’m supposed to do, I have the same feelings as you about worship songs. I find myself only truly inspired at about 150 db and it’s challenging pulling back from that. I don’t own a small amp rig, maybe it’s time I look into a little combo amp. The 100 watt Marshall superlead is probably overkill I’d say. Great message today, as always. Shalom.

[@truetrue4521]

Wow thank you HalleluYah i am going to make that list and do something about it for His glory

[@kingg697]

Good on you, Bear! Love and hugs! Yah bless

[@carmeturner43]

What a blessing. Thank you for sharing.

[@Beartron.actual]

Thank you for sharing. There are more people out here in the Bear Nation that share your plight and path back to the Father than you may think, brother. It’s a great show of character to be humble enough to speak openly about such tribulations. Shalom Pastor Bear.

[@ck6sharp100]

I appreciate the courage you have to explain those candid details about yourself. They’re unique and reflect good attributes of a leader. As a leader myself, I’m always looking for guidance to improve myself so that I can better help others; your contributions and stories not only help but motivate me to make those improvements and discipline. Thanks for sharing.

[@Cthomas5678]

Father knows best❤

[@jfoxvii]

Sweet video upload and it seems like it came before the cold snap. Shorts and all.

[@jeremykeithwilliams]

Hey brother I'm so happy with this video because I'm in that boat now. I feel like your message today mightve been slightly aimed at me. I too am a metal drummer. I cant find people to jam with anymore... almost like god has put a wall around me to protect me from going further down that road. It's been hard to figure this out. But im sitting here with chills over it. Probably gonna check out my dad's church next Sunday. BTW, my dad is playing drums for his church now. Love ya brother.

[@venty_does_it]

Thank you TJ, for being a light. my family thanks you, and i praise Yah for the way. You've Led me into leadership and a relationship with the Creator of the universe.

[@bonjovi2757]

KZbin playing their little games. The thumbs up tab is missing, only the thumbs down is displayed. But on completely different videos from other producers has the thumbs up but not the down. Thanks Bear for witnessing in the heart of hell and all it's adversity.

[@sbjj1728]

Ty 🐻 Yessss the gifts we are given, the pain and hard things and outcomes as we walk w the Lord and even when we dont... teach things others need and many many times it's so they know they are not alone. ❤🙏 Blessings to Bear Nation and Welcome to any new ones here. u didn't just stumble upon this channel anymore than I did!

[@augustbradshaw3563]

Let your light shine Brother!

[@allencollins6031]

Big man, your drumming story reminds me of a Thomas Merton quote: "If you write for God you will reach many men and bring them joy. If you write for men--you may make some money and you may give someone a little joy and you may make a noise in the world, for a little while. If you write for yourself, you can read what you yourself have written and after ten minutes you will be so disgusted that you will wish that you were dead."

[@wilsonshanty]

Oh Bear! I love this! My husband and I stopped performing in a band in 2019. I’ve been in cover bands since 1988. I loved it! These past few years destroyed the passion of it due to the ways of the world. Now I spend time homesteading. My 87 yr old mom misses us performing. You just brought me to tears! Thank you for your inspiration! Much love, Mama T (from Western MD)

[@stevenjurgelsky8222]

Good stuff... Yah's Grace He gave you (His empowerment He gave to you to do what He called you to do and be what He called you to be). That with your proclamation of His Word & the help and relief efforts you provide for those in need after disaster, and you talent for playing drums. Remember, the musicians marched in front of the armys going into battle. The Most High has truly Blessed you... Shalom my brother.

[@michellepratt5252]

Yay!! The great exchange of Isiah “beauty for ashes” and the evidence of God working “all things for your good”! I love it! Our God is the God of inner healing!

[@kayeeiland4167]

Wow ! That was timely...a direct hit , for many of us...right on point and powerful !!! Wonderful how one voice , submitted to the Father , is given the unconscious ability to reach so many at the same time...apple tree , indeed ! Bless you , Bear !

[@thebatmom]

Heck yesssss, thank you for opening my eyes

[@charlesshropshire3696]

You cracked my wall this morning and time to shine for others not for myself.

[@stevenallen2530]

Your Beard is looking stellar. Step back and do some self diagnose,. I think it's what you did just did on your sabbatical. You sound like a different man, the tone and message is most different than the usual banter. No judgment here, it's not my pace or any one else's job. Your solid. Play the drums brother I'm sure god will love it. God bless you and your family.

[@comfortablynumb143]

Great reminder to let your light shine! ❤

[@richceretto5836]

Thank you Bear for the last 7yrs and this message as well., have a dam of my own and I will use your God given wisdom. Thank you and I pray God blesses you your family and all those you come into contact with. I pray this in Jesus name.

[@MrsHermitHillKy]

That’s heavy, just heavy. 🙏🏽 Thank you for listening and being obedient. 🙏🏽💖🙌🏼

[@donnaduhamel6004]

Lifting the basket...the gift needs the light of God Might I use my god given gift to be in service Bless ya Brother Bear 😢❤❤

[@brandonparker158]

Holy shit Bear. This hit me in my soul this morning. Thank you. Thank you so much for this

[@wiredwrong]

TJ to put yourself out there on display to help better your brother's is a true measure of yourself and your relationship with the most high!!! Thank you!!

[@mattrybacki189]

Thank you pastor TJ. God's perfect timing this morning.

[@georgiasteinberg399]

I am so happy that our father loves you enough to teach you what you need. Think about the similarities between how God feels and how you feel every time you teach your own children. It is out of love, and you want the very best for them. What God has done for you it will pass on to those wonderful children of yours. It's ALL about what Jesus did for us on the cross.

[@beckyhoffman9423]

I stopped living my life seven years ago due to lost family members. I am going to start today and Live. I am alone but I have my Heavenly Father so it is time to be happy and I am not going to let anyone stop me. God bless from Mississippi !

[@rowan9374]

Thank you Bear for being real and raw and vulnerable. I just listened to your video and my daughter came in to talk about something that happened at work. It is time for her to quit this job and move on to what she NEEDS to be doing, to follow an opportunity she would be perfect for but is scared to try. I used your apple tree illustration, and Bear, she's in her bedroom now working on her resume to try for this job in a ministry we believe in. Thank you for giving me the words that may change her life. Appreciate you.

[@leyahw.l.4388]

Halleluyah all praises to The Most High. Thank you for allowing TMH to use you.

[@CreativeDaycraze]

GREAT TALK! So Relevant to so many things!!!!

[@CreativeDaycraze]

Not towards you Bear for YT. Also I did NOT get my NOTIFICATION YOU TUBE Why???????

[@PastorScot]

Hey Bear, thank you for sharing and being vulnerable, I can resonate with what you were saying. I have operated outside of my calling as a Pastor and was miserable. Praise GOD

[@skipertion]

I am grateful for this channel and Bear, you all have brought me closer in my walk with Jesus, this is amazing idea, the fruit is not mine but for the kingdom and releasing negative things that happen and heal follow His light, this is what I got out of the message today, I got written down and a to do list, thanks you for lighting a path to healing and being real!!

[@grimlfd2777]

Bear we are all guided by the spirit one way or another. I had similar things happen with my family and our churches. One imploded and then when I thought we found another one all they cared about was money. So I took my family and left the churches and haven't been back since. I regret that in some ways, and some that I gave up and didn't try anymore. Then one day I found your channel and you really caught my ear, and was like God pointed you in my direction a year ago. I still make mistakes, I still slide back from the POS I used to be, but I try everyday to be a better man today than I was yesterday, so I can be a better man for God tomorrow. Thank you Bear, you have saved many many people including me recently. Thank you God bless

[@lindas9806]

Well done!

[@2manyhobbies76]

I don't use this word with other dudes very often, but that was a simply "beautiful" testimony to what our Father is doing in and through you. Bless you for being a blessing, brother!

[@MiscMitz]

Amen! Thank you so much, sir. But what/ how do I know what my gift is? I thought I knew. But the choices I made as a teen ruined any chance of that. I know nothing is beyond Yah. But man doesn't easily forgive or forget. I'm at a loss... I know The Father loves using the broken. But I feel useless...

[@Papagiorgio777]

Sounds like "inventory" I did when I got sober a few years ago, really praying and talk to God about what I was carrying in my heart. It was a very humbling experience and then confessing those things to another believer and God. God changed my life in that moment. Thank you for sharing your experience, love from east Tennessee

[@sesolar5854]

There was something profound amongst all the destruction from a recent hurricane that is slowly bringing people back to a better place in their lives. You sir have a large hand in that. Your path is clear 🙏🏼💪

[@broadhead4311]

Thank you so much for sharing Yah's wisdom with us. I love you and yours even though I've never met you, thanks for being the light that I was missing in my life so I can be a better servant of the most high, and be obedient to him. That is what you're doing for people, yah loves you, keep it up.

[@sherriv.6599]

T.J. (Pastor) and way more at helping others find the way. Including me. DItto on many things you've said about church and holding the light back. Finding the light and getting it back is difficult as I Isolate with tears. You do help many and myself with moving forward. A leader you are as you shine more than just with drums. Thank you for doing that. ❤ hugs from a stranger to you and your family and the nation.