Weak Pastor, Strong Christ: Developing a Christ-Shaped Gospel Ministry
Apr 2021 · Reformation Heritage Books
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About this ebook
The second letter to the Corinthians is a touchstone for pastors seeking advice on effective ministry. It is a revealing window into the tumult of Paul’s relationship with this congregation that shows Paul’s concern for the spiritual welfare of a local church. Although he loved the Corinthians dearly and labored for them intensely, their relationship was marked by the tensions and challenges that are acutely familiar to church leaders today: unclear expectations, comparison to other pastors, criticisms of ministry style, vocational stresses, disputes over money, and more. Reuben Bredenhof expertly unpacks these complexities and reveals Paul’s vision for Christ-shaped gospel ministry—a vision that can help you, too.
Table of Contents:
Introduction: Searching for a Model of Ministry
- Serving under Pressure
- Building a Ministerial Identity
- Pastoring Like a Father
- Preaching for the Glory of Christ
- Facing a Barrage of Criticism
- Handling Money Wisely
- Being a Willing Sufferer
- Working with Purpose
Afterword: Traveling from Corinth to Today
About the author
Reuben Bredenhof (PhD, St Mary’s University, Twickenham) has pastored congregations in Canada and Australia and serves as professor of ministry and mission, Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary.
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