The Gift

How your leadership can serve your church

Chris Green author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Inter-Varsity Press

Published:19th Aug '21

Should be back in stock very soon

The Gift cover

This insightful book explores how biblical teachings shape effective leadership. In The Gift, Chris Green encourages leaders to align their practices with scripture.

In The Gift, Chris Green delves into the essence of biblical leadership, emphasizing that it is fundamentally rooted in the teachings of the Bible. He explores how these teachings can be applied in today's context, addressing the challenges faced by pastors and church leaders. Many leaders find themselves torn between two prevalent approaches: one that leans heavily on traditional preaching and another that adopts secular business strategies without critical evaluation. This dichotomy often leads to a disconnect between scriptural principles and practical leadership.

Green argues that true leadership should not merely reflect cultural trends or rely solely on personal charisma. Instead, he posits that effective leadership can be understood as a manifestation of biblical principles, where communities thrive under the guidance of God's Word. By examining the relationship between scripture and leadership, The Gift presents a compelling case for a leadership style that is both spiritually grounded and practically effective.

Drawing from his extensive experience in teaching and ministry, Chris Green illustrates how Christian leaders can serve as invaluable assets to their communities. He emphasizes the importance of aligning leadership practices with biblical teachings, suggesting that when leaders embrace this model, they can foster environments that promote spiritual growth and community flourishing. The Gift ultimately invites readers to reconsider their understanding of leadership through the lens of scripture, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to lead in a way that honors God and serves others.

Perhaps like many others you have been deeply discouraged in recent years by the failure of certain Christian leaders. I confess that on one occasion, after a media release, I was so deflated I just couldn't get out of bed that morning. It's for this reason Chris Green's book, The Gift, is both timely and timeless, for any who long for realistic Biblical, pastoral and applied wisdom on leadership. I found it immensely steadying. -- Rico Tice, All Souls Church and Christianity Explored
Chris Green explores the major tenets of a healthy leadership environment and ends each chapter with helpful summary. The writing is evocative and the experience immersive. His chapter on the twelve elements of biblical ministry and the church health-check are worth the cost of the book alone. A good read and one to take any seasoned leader back to the launch pad that catapulted them into ministry. For those who might be weary and need a reboot and for those who are setting others on fire to hear a call to leadership. It will equip those who lead and those who mentor and coach others to lead. -- Rachel Marszalek, Vicar, All Saints Ealing
A great book, full of biblical clarity, pastoral insight and leadership counsel. -- James Lawrence, Leadership Principal, CPAS

ISBN: 9781789742961

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176 pages