Basic Christian Leadership
Basic Christian Leadership: Biblical Models of Church, Gospel and Ministry : Includes Study Guide for Groups or Individuals
- Author: John R. W. Stott
- Length: 120
- Edition: Hardcover
- Publisher: InterVarsity Press
About Basic Christian Leadership:
"God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong." 1 Corinthians 1:27 Those in Christian leadership might suspect that this verse invalidates the day-to-day reality of their ministries. They often feel that they must project strength and certainty in order to preach and minister credibly. But does this run counter to a Christian vision of leadership? John Stott fears that too many Christian leaders have uncritically adopted secular models of leadership. The antidote, he contends, is a biblical approach to servant leadership, exemplified by the apostle Paul in his ministry to the church in Corinth. This volume provides a clear articulation of the nature of leadership as well as the thoughtful study of Scripture we have come to expect from John Stott. Considered by many to be the elder statesman of evangelical Christianity, John Stott is himself a premier example of Paul's vision for humility and grace in Christian leadership. His insights here will encourage younger generations to follow in his steps, serving the church with the love of Christ.
Description of Basic Christian Leadership:
Leadership today is no easy task. Christian leaders face pitfalls on every side, whether tensions from within the community or pressures from without. Those called to shepherd others get caught in power struggles and are tempted to abuse their pastoral authority. Pastors may rely on their own professional abilities and training rather than depend on God. Too often our models of leadership are shaped more by culture than by Christ, as we employ methods of ministry incompatible with true servanthood. But there is hope. Lifelong pastor and renowned biblical expositor John Stott directs contemporary church leaders to the most influential leader of the early church--the apostle Paul. Unpacking the opening chapters of Paul's first epistle to the church in Corinth, Stott recovers a vision for biblical leadership, one that exemplifies the pastoral role in the midst of a troubled culture. Pastors and church leaders will be encouraged by this stirring affirmation of the call to Christian leadership. Above all, Stott reassures us that God is at work even in the midst of our human weakness. While some of us may plant and others of us may water, ultimately it is God who brings the growth.
Information on Basic Christian Leadership from the publisher:
God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. (1 Corinthians 1:27) Those in Christian leadership might suspect that this verse invalidates the day-to-day reality of their ministries. They often feel that they must project strength and certainty in order to preach and minister credibly. But does this run counter to a Christian vision of leadership? John Stott fears that too many Christian leaders have uncritically adopted secular models of leadership. The antidote, he contends, is a biblical approach to servant leadership, exemplified by the apostle Paul in his ministry to the church in Corinth. This book provides a clear articulation of the nature of leadership as well as the thoughtful study of Scripture we have come to expect from John Stott. Considered by many to be the elder statesman of evangelical Christianity, John Stott is himself a premier example of Paul's vision of humility and grace in Christian leadership. His insights here will encourage younger generations to follow in his steps, serving the church with the love of Christ.
About John R. W. Stott:
John Stott is known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist and communicator of Scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London. An outstanding leader among evangelicals in Britain, the United States and around the world, Stott was the principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant. Among his many bestselling and widely translated books are Basic Christianity, The Cross of Christ and The Incomparable Christ. His life is the subject of a two-volume biography by Timothy Dudley-Smith, John Stott: The Making of a Leader and John Stott: A Global Ministry (IVP).
Description of John R. W. Stott, author of Basic Christian Leadership:
Called by Billy Graham "the most respected evangelical clergyman in the world today," Stott is eminently qualified to address modern church leadership---shaped too often by culture rather than Christ. Skillfully unpacking 1 Corinthians 1--4, the lifelong pastor offers a solidly biblical model of ministry---and Paul, early Christianity's greatest leader. 120 pages, hardcover from InterVarsity.