Ordained as an elder in the Church of the Nazarene, Tim has served in various pastoral capacities in Kansas City, Chicago, and California prior to his service at Trevecca. As a research fellow at the Stead Center for Ethics and Values, he conducted research in the areas of energy and bioethics. He has published articles in several academic journals and contributed chapters to several books over various topics related to theology, ethics, and technology. His most recent book contribution is Kings and Presidents: Politics and the Kingdom of God. He also serves as a theological consultant to The Table Magazine and is the co-host of The Sermon Studio, a podcast dedicated to the art and craft of preaching. Tim is a frequent speaker at various denominational, district, university, and local church events.