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by James M. Powell (Author)
Boldly Bi-Vocational offers a fresh perspective on ministry, challenging traditional notions of full-time pastoral work.
Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, Powell presents bi-vocational ministry as a strategic and fulfilling calling rather than a mere stopgap measure.
This book explores the biblical foundations of bi-vocational ministry, tracing its roots to the apostle Paul's tent-making example. Powell argues that this model can enhance a minister's effectiveness, providing unique insights and opportunities for kingdom impact both within and outside the church.
Key topics include:
- The glory of diversified kingdom investment
- Navigating the challenges and opportunities of bi-vocational life
- Balancing roles and maintaining boundaries
- Enhancing preaching through real-world experience
- Correcting common ministry pitfalls
Powell offers practical advice for pastors considering or currently engaged in bi-vocational ministry, as well as guidance for churches supporting such leaders. He presents this paradigm not as a universal solution, but as a biblically grounded option for expanding gospel influence.
Boldly Bi-Vocational is an essential read for pastors, church leaders, and anyone interested in innovative approaches to ministry in today's complex world. It calls for a renewed vision of pastoral work that embraces both sacred and secular spheres for God's glory.
Contents:
Foreword
Preface
Tenets and commitments
Introduction: Isn't this something missionaries often do?
Part One: First Things
1. Ministry Burnout and a Paradigm Shift
2. Making Tents and Preaching the Gospel: A Vocational Life
Part Two: Bi-Vocational Ministry Explored
3. The Glory: A diversified kingdom investment
4. The Mindset: Plundering the Egyptians
5. The Surprise: The same Word, the same preacher ... BUT
6. The Opportunity-Cost: Considerations for the church and minister
7. The Balance: A corrective alignment
8. The Vision: Something even bigger
Author Biography
James Powell serves as Teaching Pastor of Christ Community Church in Johnson City, Tennessee (PCA). Since 2013 he has been intentionally bi-vocational, simultaneously serving as a leader within housing organizations. He is married to Kori and the father of six children.
