John Stott found on his many travels that contemporary models of Christian leadership were often shaped more by culture than by Christ. In stark contrast, he urges that our view be determined by our view of the church, not the other way round. Focusing on 1 Corinthians 1 - 4, he demonstrates the centrality of the theme of 'power through weakness'. He explains the role of the Holy Spirit in God's revelation, and examines four of Paul's most striking models of ministry, each of which is an aspect of humility. Over against seductive styles of leadership being advocated by the wisdom of the world, he urges Christian leaders to be characterized above all else by 'the meekness and gentleness of Christ'.
- ISBN10 178359019X
- ISBN13 9781783590193
- Publish Date 15 November 2013 (first published 15 March 2002)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 10 August 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Inter-Varsity Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 160
- Language English