Note: this site highly recommends this book, which is an excellent handbook about biblical conflict resolution and dealing with abusive church leadership.
Overview from co-author Brian Abshire:
"Along with the rise of Islamic Jihad in the world, we are
witnessing an increase in ecclesiastical terrorism. There are those
Christians who see it as their calling to sabotage the support bases of others,
to launch sneak attacks, ecclesiastical Pearl Harbours, to destroy missionary
towers, assassinate characters, hijack ministries and blow up bridges of
relationships. These ecclesiastical terrorists seek to intimidate and to sow
seeds of fear and doubt.
"There are those who have a ministry of criticism and a gift
of discouragement. All too many dedicated Christian workers have fallen victim
to ecclesiastical bullies and those with a ministry of backstabbing. Pride,
jealousy and covetousness, dysfunctional churches and dysfunctional members
collectively present a serious threat to the fulfilment of the Great Commission
in our generation.
"There is a desperate need to expose the increasing threat of
pathological antagonists and abusive churches. In order to encourage and
empower those involved in missions and ministry who are being targeted and
undermined, this book attempts to both expose the problem and to provide
practical and Biblical solutions. For this purpose the light of Scripture and
experience is shone on the dark dealings of those relentless critics who prefer
to shoot from the shadows."
1 comment:
Funny you mentioned this book as we just got it, and I almost shared it on Facebook today. We have experienced being the recipients of such character assault and bridge-blowing, all from an ecclesiastical leader and his few yes-men. This book covers very familiar ground, thanks for posting it.
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