ABOUT INSIGHT FOR LIVING AUSTRALIA

INSIGHT FOR LIVING is the Bible Teaching ministry of Charles R. Swindoll. Our 30 minute radio broadcast airs worldwide. Along with broadcasting messages from God’s Word, Insight for Living also supports our listeners in their personal and spiritual growth through Christian resources and services.

Insight for Living, Inc. an Incorporated, not-for-profit Association, was registered in Victoria, Australia in 1987. The ministry was established as an administrative office, distributing resources and supporting the growing radio network in Australia. Since then it has grown in size to accommodate the ever-growing needs of listeners and callers on over 130 radio stations and 350+ frequencies in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Each month our office in Boronia receives over 2,000 letters, phone calls and emails from listeners. Those who make contact with us often have deep personal needs. Our staff provides a caring, listening ear and often refer callers to IFLUSA’s pastorally trained counsellors or to local affiliated organisations.

Our aim is to provide simple, clear and relevant Bible teaching and resources that will help people better understand who Jesus is and will deepen their relationship with God. With recent advances in technology, IFLA is reaching out beyond radio alone to give as many Australians as possible the chance to hear God’s Word. In 2009, IFLA launched its vision for Australia. Built upon 5 Pillars of Pastoral Ministry, IFLA wants to see God’s Word proclaimed boldly to current and future listeners, using a range of media relevant to their respective cultures. We have a passion to help people apply the Bible to their lives.

Podcasts, the IFLA website, Facbook and other new media are being used to communicate Biblical truths relevant to life.

Since June 2010, and in response to a comprehensive ministry survey, IFLA is now seeking to respond to the needs of the life stages of the 20-40 year old age group. This is both exciting and challenging as we serve the needs of those who have supported the ministry over the past 25 years, and look to new strategies for reaching young adults.

Our Mission

Insight for Living is committed to excellence in communicating the truths of Scripture and the person of Jesus Christ in an accurate, clear, and practical manner so that people will come to an understanding of God's plan for their lives, as well as their significant role as authentic Christians.

Our Staff and Board

Insight for Living Australia has 3 full-time and 4 part-time staff.
The board of directors for Insight for Living Inc comprises seven members: 3 - Victoria, 1 - South Australia, 1 - New South Wales, 2 – Dallas, Texas USA (Includes Cynthia Swindoll, President of Insight for Living Ministries Global)

Our Executive Director

Peter Tyrrell is the Executive Director of Insight for Living Australia. He joined IFL in October 2003 and has the desire to see Insight for Living provide a growing level of pastoral ministry to the Asia-Pacific region. Prior to his time at Insight for Living, Peter worked for Focus on the Family Australia as the national operations manager, and was co-developer of programs like 'How to Drug Proof Your Kids', 'Heritage Builders', and 'No Apologies'. Peter started his career as a primary school teacher before moving into the corporate sector, where he held senior positions in a national telecommunications company. Peter has been married to Cornelia, since 1983. They live in outer-Eastern Melbourne and have 4 grown up daughters.

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Further Information

• About Chuck Swindoll
• Essential Beliefs