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.

In churches that operate on a leadership structure of elder-led congregationalism, elders lead, but church members vote on key matters affecting church life. What is the basis for this leadership model? What is the biblical basis for church members exercising their responsibility in decision making? In this episode, Tommie and Doug talk about congregational voting: what, when, and how. They make clear that voting is more than a democratic impulse borrowed from secular culture but a practice deeply rooted in scriptural principle. Stay tuned to listen to all things congregational voting. Here is Episode 61 of Imprint Out Loud.

After more than three decades in pastoral ministry, Doug has often encountered the inevitable companion of faithful service: fatigue. This is the topic of today’s discussion between Tommie and Doug. Offering counsel for both church leaders and church members, they draw a careful distinction between fatigue and tiredness, and offer some valuable insight into ways to combat the fatigue that can so easily lead to spiritual exhaustion. Here is Episode 61 of Imprint Out Loud.

The Sunday service has ended. Coffee is brewing in the church hall, and congregants are beginning to mingle. Inevitably, someone approaches the pastor with the familiar refrain: “Thank you for your sermon,” or, “I really enjoyed that message.” But is this helpful feedback, or merely polite convention? And how can both pastors and church members make these post-service interactions more meaningful? In this episode of Office Talk, Tommie and Banele talk about moving beyond “thank you for your sermon” and making the most of post-service conversations. Here is Bonus Episode 6 of Imprint Out Loud.

Sins of the tongue are some of the most tolerated in the evangelical church today—and yet they are some of the most damaging to Christians and churches. In this episode of Imprint Out Loud, Anton Beetge from Brackenhurst Baptist Church joins Tommie as they explore the destructive nature of gossip and how it differs from slander. Anton offers eight practical warning signs to help Christians recognise when their conversations cross the line into sin. He emphasises that the antidote to gossip lies in cultivating genuine love for others and asking ourselves whether our words will build up rather than tear down. The discussion provides biblical wisdom for guarding our speech and treating others with the honour they deserve as image-bearers of God. Here is Episode 60 of Imprint Out Loud.

The book of Amos, though only nine brief chapters, rewards careful study and personal reflection. Its themes of judgement, mercy, and restoration offer both warning and hope for contemporary believers seeking to live faithfully in an age of prosperity and spiritual complacency. In this episode, Doug Van Meter, pastor of Brackenhurst Baptist Church in South Africa, joins Tommie to talk about why he chose to preach the book of Amos, and what we should learn from it. Here is Episode 59 of Imprint Out Loud.