On the Nature and Purpose of Belief
The value of facts is that they are true. The value of beliefs is that they are known. Of course, some beliefs are based on facts and are therefore true, too, but that is not always the case, nor does … Continued
Me, Myself and I (Part 2)
One of the principal arguments made by deconstructionist philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau is that culture tames nature. Rousseau suggested that societies form culture to restrain human nature and allow for an ordered, civilised, mutually beneficial shared existence. Without culture, we would … Continued
Conservativism vs. Progressivism
If anything makes Christianity look uninviting right now, it’s the ongoing battle between the various groups and individuals who have conflated their faith with their political preferences and taken sides with the “Conservatives” and the “Progressives”. Christians fighting it out … Continued
On Vulnerability
Vulnerability is a curious thing. On the one hand, we genuinely desire to be vulnerable with others. We know that vulnerability is essential to authenticity, and we all want to be known and loved for who we truly are. On … Continued
Religious Trauma and the Sanctuary of Nature
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I used to think that religious trauma referred only to the experiences of those who had suffered severe sexual, physical, or emotional abuse at the hands of the clergy. I have since come to realise that it includes my own. … Continued
Ecclesiological Shift
A lot is going on in our world right now. We are slowly emerging from the first significant pandemic in over a hundred years. War has broken out in Eastern Europe, and there is a genuine threat of conflict spreading … Continued
Tim’s Speaking Schedule 2022
One of my great privileges in life is getting to partner with some amazing people who are building great churches here in Perth, across Australia, and around the world. My primary value add is preaching, teaching, coaching, and mentoring, but … Continued
Active | Productive | Effective | Attractive
I’ve been thinking lately about measuring outputs and their corresponding outcomes. I’ve concluded that there are basically four levels of output. These can be best understood as activity, productivity, effectiveness, and attractiveness. Activity implies busyness, but that doesn’t necessarily mean … Continued
Virtues and DeVices: The 7 Deadly Digital Sins
Life in the twenty-first century certainly comes with many unique challenges, and perhaps none more pervasive and perplexing than the role that mobile web technology now plays. With the advent of smart devices like phones and tablets, life has changed … Continued
Earth Matters – Part 5: Save Humanity! Starting with the animals…
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I once heard a well-known preacher fervently ridicule those who endeavour to save dolphins when God’s priority is ‘clearly’ saving humans. His comments, which seemed to be laced with disdain for those who genuinely care for the well-being of earth’s … Continued
