Derek Tidball is visiting scholar at Spurgeon's College, London. Previously, he served as principal of the London School of Theology. He is the author of numerous books, including Skilful Shepherds: Explorations in Pastoral Theology, Builders and Fools: Images of Pastoral Ministry in Paul, and The Message of Leviticus and The Message of the Cross.
"Tidball's systematic analysis of the books of the NT provides
substantial insights into models of ministry that responded to
particular needs of communities of faith in that era. . . Well
structured and clearly written."
*Kenneth J. McFayden, Interpretation, October 2010*
"Ministry by the Book is a valuable resource for anyone who takes
the NT seriously in looking for biblically acceptable models for
ministry in today's church."
*David R. Beck, Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society,
June 2010*
"Pastors often look to the New Testament for theological guidance
but often miss the import of the books found there for practical
leadership advice. But Derek Tidball's Ministry by the Book is a
wonderful contribution to pastors who want to take the New
Testament seriously theologically and practically. The author
contends that 'the New Testament writers set before us a number of
models of ministry, each one of which is shaped by the needs of the
church they were serving. . . . Each New Testament book has a lot
to say about pastoral leadership.' It is to this end that working
pastors will find this book most valuable."
*Craig Loscalzo, senior pastor, Immanuel Baptist Church, Lexington,
Kentucky, and an IVP author*
"This unique book combines significant New Testament theology with
great pastoral sensitivity. It helpfully navigates the questions of
unity and diversity in the New Testament presentation of pastoral
ministry."
*Steve Roy, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School*
"This book adds a needed injection into the discussion of the
nature of the church and its leadership models in the twenty-first
century. Many churches and pastors tend to be rigidly
model-orientated, even emerging churches. Tidball offers 'models of
permission' that enable a freer approach to ministry and the way it
is conducted. He provides a refreshingly 'multicolored not
monochrome' picture of ministry."
*Ross Hastings, Regent College, Vancouver*
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