The Basement with Tim Ross Do Your Possessions Own You? | The Basement #17
Mar 12, 2026
Juliana, co-host and pastoral contributor who offers thoughtful, supportive commentary. Conversation covers how possessions can hinder following Jesus. They discuss pastoral care, grieving transitions, humility in leadership, when to speak scripture, and the role of the Spirit versus persuasion. Light, personal stories and community updates weave through the discussion.
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Returning To Gateway Evoked Deep Nostalgia
- Tim Ross walked the Gateway Church building like he used to after being invited back, hugging old admins and staff and feeling nostalgic from his 2012 hiring memory.
- The visit exposed long-term relational value: staff told him the podcast helped marriages, which moved him to tears and reinforced the power of proximity and community.
Grief Is Part Of God-Led Transitions
- Transitioning out of a ministry or role is spiritually and emotionally disorienting even when led by God, because planting and shepherding require 'pushing all chips in' before handing it over.
- Tim explains God called him to transition his church work and the grief felt like a roller-coaster; prophetic timing (a word at six years) prepared but didn't eliminate disorientation.
Say I Don't Know To Lead Wisely
- Do practice humility and be willing to say I don't know, because leaders who refuse to admit ignorance stunt their growth and look foolish.
- Tim stresses scripture asks for humility, implying self-awareness: admit when you're 'feeling yourself' and reset before arrogance solidifies.