I’ve recently spoken and written on loneliness and the idea of church as family. In summary, I’ve argued that we have a deep need for human connection, and when we lack it, we experience loneliness like a deep aching hunger. One of the central symbols of the church is a table around which we gather,…
Tag: relationships
Church for a lonely city
On Sunday I spoke on the subject of church as family, and I argued that the church is God’s means for meeting one of humanity’s greatest needs – strong, deep relational connection. It is to be the place where, as Psalm 68:6 says, ‘God sets the lonely in families.’ This should be great news for our…
Modern Romance (Genesis 29)
In this talk, Liam looks at the story of Jacob, Rachel and Leah and considers how (not) to find healthy relationships. (mp3)
A Place to Belong (Mark 2)
Why is community important for our emotional health? And what can the story of 5 guys and a mat teach us about building deep relationships? (mp3)
Ashley Madison and the art of Darkness Management
Three responses to the Ashley Madison hack, and why news articles are answering the wrong question…
FATUM
For him, it is the beginning. For her, it is the end.
Liam Thatcher 