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Helps those involved in ministry to live and serve like Jesus.
Gospel workers are called to be both/and people:
Often, these requirements feel as though they’re in tension. But this book shows that rather than leaning one way or the other, or seeking to strike a balance, authentic gospel ministry is found in pursuing both/and. To settle for less puts ourselves and our churches in danger.
Gary Millar has been involved in training hundreds of gospel workers at Queensland Theological College. Pointing to Christ as our supreme example, he helps readers to reflect on and refine their own ministry practice in a range of different areas—while also enjoying God's grace where they fall short.
As you look at all things through the lens of the gospel, you'll increasingly become the fully-formed follower of Jesus and servant of his church that you have been called to be.
Ideal for church staff and lay leaders, students preparing for ministry, and ministry apprentices and interns, as well as for any Christian who is heavily involved in their local church.
Introduction: On Playing the Didgeridoo (and Living a Genuinely Gospel-Shaped Life)
1. Both/And Theology
2. Both/And Identity
3. Both/And Relationships
4. Both/And Ministry
5. Both/And Leadership
6. Both/And Community
7. Why a Both/And Life Is Worth the Effort
| Contributors | Gary Millar |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 9781802542615 |
| Format | eBook |
| First published | December 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | The Good Book Company |
It takes a particular talent to accomplish what Gary Millar has done in this characteristically clear and profoundly helpful book. With a lightness of touch he helps us understand the keys to living a life truly grounded in the gospel and pursuing a ministry genuinely shaped by that gospel.
Christ is only our representative Savior. Or Christ is our example to follow. Why do these two have to be divided? My good friend Gary Millar challenges stalemates such as this with his usual pastoral and theological wisdom. This book should be read as widely as possible!
It is so easy to settle into our personalities and preferences and surrender to ‘that’s-just-the-way-I-am-and-I-can’t-change.’ But when we do, we find that the Spirit is constantly at work pointing out the gaps between this approach and all that the gospel calls us to be. Both/And Ministry not only points out the gaps we may have become blind to; it also energizes us for ongoing repentance and faith until the day when all of the gaps are gone for good.
