Tim Challies

Tim Challies, a pastor, speaker, and influential Christian blogger, discusses his faith journey and how blogging helps navigate complex theology. He reflects on the importance of biblical literacy in an age of tribalism and shares personal experiences with grief, emphasizing community support and the power of prayer. Challies also explores the significance of surrendering to God's sovereignty during suffering, grounding faith in Scripture, and the hope of eternal life amidst loss. His insights encourage listeners to grapple with faith and grief in a meaningful way.

Which books should every Christian bookstore remove immediately? Which ones should they make sure and stock up on? Author, blogger, and book reviewer Tim Challies joins the podcast today to give his opinion on the best 3 and worst 4 books every church book store should be aware of. We also talk about his new book, Seasons of Sorrow, about the tragic and sudden passing of his son, Nick and how Tim and his family have navigated that loss. Tim reflects on the goodness of God, the problem of suffering and evil, and whether or not his opinion on certain “bad books” has changed in light of his personal season of sorrow.------------------------------------------------------------------This video is sponsored by:CARLY JEAN LOS ANGELEScarlyjeanlosangeles.comCarly Jean Los Angeles is a capsule clothing and lifestyle brand that exists to help women simplify their closets and feel beautiful in every season of life.Use the code, ALISA, and get 20% off your order!GOOD RANCHERSGood Ranchers: American Meat Delivered Act Now and get 2 Years Free Ground Beef and 2 years Price Lock-in!Use the code, ALISA, and get $25.00 off your first box!Go to goodranchers.com/alisa for more informationSOUTHERN EVANGELICAL SEMINARYSteadfast in the TruthGo to ses.edu/alisa for more information about Southern Evangelical Seminary and to download your free ebook. --------------------------------------------------------------------Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/alisachildersTo order “Another Gospel”: https://www.alisachilders.com/anothergospelTo order "Live Your Truth": https://alisachilders.com/live-your-truth-and-other-lies/To order "Beauty From the Ash": https://www.alisachilders.com/musicFor Alisa's Merch: https://alisachilders.creator-spring.comFor all links to Alisa’s recommended reading, visit the Alisa Childers Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/alisachildersTo see what gear Alisa uses to record her podcast, go to:https://kit.co/alisachildersPotential Sponsors: https://alisachilders.com/sponsor-request-form/Product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.

Tim Challies, owner of Challies.com and an elder at Grace Church, dives into the intricacies of personal productivity for preachers. He discusses balancing ministry and personal life, emphasizing a productivity system rooted in biblical values. Challies highlights the importance of self-evaluation and reducing distractions to boost effectiveness. He also explores maintaining focus in a distracted world, using Jesus' example, and shares essential productivity tools like task managers and scheduling systems to help enhance church leadership.

Tim Challies, a prominent Christian blogger and author, joins Paul to discuss the dynamic state of the church today. They highlight both the encouraging and discouraging elements within church communities, showcasing passionate engagement in faith. The conversation contrasts negative online portrayals with the true resilience of believers. They also delve into the evolving significance of Sunday worship, addressing cultural shifts and the challenge of maintaining family traditions amidst competing activities.

Tim Challies, a Canadian elder and author of "Seasons of Sorrow," shares his profound insights on grief. He contrasts grieving with hope versus without it, emphasizing faith’s role in navigating sorrow. Challies discusses the power of lamentation, the need for authentic emotional expressions, and the supportive role of community in healing. He also reflects on Christ's experience in Gethsemane, advocating for shared grieving as a pathway to companionship and understanding amidst loss.