The term “gravitas” describes a weightiness of character—a quality that every believer (perhaps especially Christian men) should cultivate as we reflect God’s image. This week, Tommie and Anton examine how Christ demonstrated unmatched gravitas that couldn’t be ignored; discuss practical ways men can avoid undermining their influence; and explore gravitas through the lens of enterprise, constancy, and readiness. The conversation emphasises that gravitas isn’t manufactured but flows naturally from godly character, sober-mindedness, and Christlikeness, ultimately enabling believers to draw others into orbit around God rather than self, increasing influence for kingdom purposes through humility, responsibility, wisdom, and outward-focused love. Here is Episode 69 of Imprint Out Loud.

Discussions on the responsibilities of church leadership abound, but what are the responsibilities of church members, and how do they fulfil those responsibilities? In this episode, Tommie and Doug discuss importance of informed church membership, exploring how congregations must understand their biblical responsibilities in three key areas: the what, the who, and the how of the gospel. Healthy church life requires a two-way flow of information where elders faithfully communicate while members actively receive, respond to, and engage with that information. Leaders and congregants must work together with a teachable spirit, mutual respect, and clear communication to steward the gospel faithfully and avoid unnecessary stumbling blocks in the body of Christ. Here is Episode 68 of Imprint Out Loud.

How do we think rightly about Christian liberty—the biblical balance between freedom and responsibility in the Christian life? Drawing from 1 Peter 2:16, Tommie and guest Anton Beetge examine how believers avoid two dangerous extremes: libertarianism and legalism. They discuss the two aspects of Christian freedom—liberation from slavery to sin and from the law’s condemnation—while emphasising that sanctification involves both putting off sinful behaviours and putting on Christlikeness. The conversation addresses practical questions about conscience, weaker brothers, cultural context, and glorifying God in areas like language, drinking, relationships, and entertainment. Here is Episode 67 of Imprint Out Loud.

Tommie and Banele recently read Christopher Ash’s book Listen Up, and Banele has some questions. In this episode, they explore the vital but often overlooked skill of listening well to sermons. They discuss how to prepare your heart before Sunday, what should occupy your mind during preaching, and why listening together as a gathered congregation matters more than consuming sermons alone through podcasts or livestreams. The conversation tackles the uncomfortable reality of boring sermons and offers practical strategies for benefiting from even monotone, poorly structured preaching. If this is a struggle you have faced, listen in for some practical guidance on listening well to sermons. Here is Bonus Episode 9 of Imprint Out Loud.

The Millennium is one of Christianity’s most debated yet often misunderstood topics. Drawing from Revelation 20, this episode surveys the three main views: premillennialism, postmillennialism, and amillennialism. Tommie and Doug examine the key debates surrounding biblical interpretation and Israel’s role, highlighting how each position seeks to remain faithful to Scripture. Ultimately, they narrow the focus to the essentials shared by all believers: Christ’s certain return, the final judgement, and eternal life with God. Here is Episode 66 of Imprint Out Loud.

Christians sin. Some are tempted to feel overwhelmed with guilt over sin, while others might be tempted to minimise the severity of sin in light of forgiving grace. In this episode, Tommie and Doug explore a biblical approach to dealing with sin. They distinguish between godly remorse that leads to repentance and worldly grief that produces despair. The discussion provides practical guidance on fighting sin through both spiritual disciplines and radical amputation of sinful patterns, while emphasising the balance between taking sin seriously and resting in God's grace. Here is Episode 65 of Imprint Out Loud.

Scripture calls believers to live out the Christian faith, rather than just acquiring knowledge of the Bible. Knowledge easily leads to pride and arrogance, which can ignore the expectation to actively live out one’s faith. In this episode of Office Talk, Tommie and Banele explore the false dichotomy between knowing and living truth and speak to those who struggle to put their knowledge into action. Here is Bonus Episode 8 of Imprint Out Loud.

The priesthood of all believers emphasises that all Christians have direct access to God through Christ, eliminating the need for a priestly mediator. This belief, supported by biblical texts like Revelation 1:5 and 1 Peter 2:9, highlights the equality of all believers in their relationship with God. While acknowledging the importance of church leadership, the priesthood of all believers underscores the shared responsibility and authority of all Christians in worship and service. In this episode, Tommie and Doug talk through this theology and what it practically means for church members. Here is Episode 64 of Imprint Out Loud.

The elders of Brackenhurst Baptist Church recently started a new Sunday night sermon series on 1 Timothy 3:1–7, which lists the character qualities of church elders. But these are more than requirements for eldership; they are the kind of character that every Christian should pursue. The text serves as a model for the entire church, not just its leaders, to emulate Christlike character. This week, Doug and Tommie talk about why all Christians should strive for this character. Here is Episode 63 of Imprint Out Loud.

How should Christians think about ambition? What does it mean to pursue excellence as Christians? While ambition can be a healthy driver—especially for hesitant younger generations—it becomes dangerous when it consumes us or when we’re willing to step on others to achieve our goals. In this episode of Office Talk, Tommie and Banele challenge the common Christian language of being “called” to specific careers or achievements, arguing that our primary calling is to be disciple-makers and worshippers of God, not to fulfil particular vocational ambitions. Godly ambition means striving for excellence in whatever we do, not for recognition or self-glory, but to honour God, serve others, and faithfully steward the gifts and seasons he’s given us. Here is Bonus Episode 7 of Imprint Out Loud.