About the book
Are churches looking for the wrong kind of leaders? The last decade has witnessed a rising number of churches wrecked by spiritual abuse--harsh, heavy-handed, domineering behavior from those in a position of spiritual authority. And high-profile cases are only a small portion of this widespread problem. Behind the scenes are many more cases of spiritual abuse that we will never hear about. Victims suffer in silence, not knowing where to turn.
Of course, most pastors and leaders are godly, wonderful people who don't abuse their sheep. They shepherd their flocks gently and patiently. But we can't ignore the growing number who do not. We have tolerated and even celebrated the kind of leaders Jesus warned us against.
We need gentle shepherds now more than ever, and in Bully Pulpit, seminary president and biblical scholar Michael J. Kruger offers a unique perspective for both church leaders and church members on the problem of spiritual abuse, how to spot it, and how to handle it in the church.
\"Every Christian from pulpit to pew needs to read this wise and timely work.\"
- Karen Swallow Prior
\"Both urgent and timely.\"
- Sam Storms
\"Thoughtful, wise, and biblical.\"
- Mark Vroegop
Editions of Bully Pulpit
- EBook
- ISBN 9780310136392
Read an Excerpt
Are churches looking for the wrong kind of leaders? The last decade has witnessed a rising number of churches wrecked by spiritual abuse--harsh, heavy-handed, domineering behavior from those in a position of spiritual authority. And high-profile cases are only a small portion of this widespread problem. Behind the scenes are many more cases of spiritual abuse that we will never hear about. Victims suffer in silence, not knowing where to turn.
Of course, most pastors and leaders are godly, wonderful people who don't abuse their sheep. They shepherd their flocks gently and patiently. But we can't ignore the growing number who do not. We have tolerated and even celebrated the kind of leaders Jesus warned us against.
We need gentle shepherds now more than ever, and in Bully Pulpit, seminary president and biblical scholar Michael J. Kruger offers a unique perspective for both church leaders and church members on the problem of spiritual abuse, how to spot it, and how to handle it in the church.
\"Every Christian from pulpit to pew needs to read this wise and timely work.\"
- Karen Swallow Prior
\"Both urgent and timely.\"
- Sam Storms
\"Thoughtful, wise, and biblical.\"
- Mark Vroegop
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bully Pulpit about?
Are churches looking for the wrong kind of leaders? The last decade has witnessed a rising number of churches wrecked by spiritual abuse--harsh, heavy-handed, domineering behavior from those in a position of spiritual authority. And high-profile cases are only a small portion of this widespread problem. Behind the scenes are many more cases of spiritual abuse that we will never hear about. Victims suffer in silence, not knowing where to turn.
Of course, most pastors and leaders are godly, wonderful people who don't abuse their sheep. They shepherd their flocks gently and patiently. But we can't ignore the growing number who do not. We have tolerated and even celebrated the kind of leaders Jesus warned us against.
We need gentle shepherds now more than ever, and in Bully Pulpit, seminary president and biblical scholar Michael J. Kruger offers a unique perspective for both church leaders and church members on the problem of spiritual abuse, how to spot it, and how to handle it in the church.
\"Every Christian from pulpit to pew needs to read this wise and timely work.\"
- Karen Swallow Prior
\"Both urgent and timely.\"
- Sam Storms
\"Thoughtful, wise, and biblical.\"
- Mark Vroegop
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Bully Pulpit?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Christianity > Christian life and practice
Where can I read a sample of Bully Pulpit?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780310136392
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Bully Pulpit?
Michael J Kruger
Who is the Publisher of the book Bully Pulpit?
Zondervan
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Bully Pulpit is available as ebook(ISBN 9780310136392)
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