The journey of ministry
Subtitle: insights from a life of practice
By: Eddie Gibbs
Publisher: Praxis-IVP Books; IVP Books
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Downers Grove, IL
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 182
ISBN-13: 9780830837915
Subjects: Church work
Description: Eddie Gibbs articulates a personal philosophy of ministry born from his storied career in teaching and pastoral ministry. Through images from his own life and family, Gibbs shows how effective ministry is a matter of walking slowly with the family of God, overcoming hurdles and facing challenges together. He explains how the early church offers helpful networking models for connecting in a fragmented technological age. Linking fresh biblical exposition with our contemporary realities, Gibbs gives practical advice for welcoming people into the family and helping them live out God's intentions for them. --from publisher description.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: We each have a place in the family; title: Walking: a lifelong journey in a different direction; title: Hurdling: naming and overcoming obstacles to progress; title: Dying: a fruitful way to live; title: Teambuilding: walking and working alongside others; title: Networking: expanding our horizons in a shrinking world; title: Communicating: creative engagement in every area of life; title: Recollecting: staying open to God's unexpected plans.