My name is Chris Thomas. A fortunate husband, a father of three and Dad to five, I’m an advocate of foster care as an implication of the gospel. I’m also a pastor at Raymond Terrace Community Church, a regional church based in the Hunter Valley, Australia. I mostly write about the gospel and how it informs both work and rest.

Weekend Wandering (20/1)

Weekend Wandering (20/1)

Here’s a review of some notable content I’ve been impacted by over the last week:

Sayable: Each In Its Own Season

I always expect literary genius from Lore, she never disappoints. In concrete terms, I’m a few years ahead of her in the journey of ageing and tasting the seasons of life, yet I wonder just how far I am ‘ahead’ at all; are any of us?

Desiring God: 12 Ways to Love Your Wayward Child

Perennial advice for many parents, yet especially timely for me.

Ploughman Flashback: Faith is a Crutch For the Weak

“I'm tired. I'm weak. So come at me, tell me faith is a crutch for the weak. My response? "You bet it is!""

The Right Type Of Reputation

The Right Type Of Reputation

Why I started blogging. Why I stopped. And why I started again.

Why I started blogging. Why I stopped. And why I started again.