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Kingdom Collaborators
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- Length: 192 pages
- Dimensions: 5.5 × 8.25 in
- Published: March 13, 2018
- Imprint: IVP
- ISBN: 9780830841431
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"These who have turned the world upside down have come here too." (Acts 17:6)When Paul and Silas came to Thessalonica, they changed the community. How? By collaborating with God to bring his kingdom on earth.Will you collaborate on God's kingdom work in your community? If you're ready to see God move in all areas—business, education, media, arts, healthcare, spiritual growth, and more—this is the book for you. Leadership expert Reggie McNeal offers eight signature practices for leaders who want to partner with God and others for kingdom growth. Readers will gain practical advice to help people experience life as God intends.
"Faith communities are critical partners with our city as we serve the growing needs in our community. Affordable housing, childcare, and literacy are just a few of the many areas on which the faith community can collaborate with local government to provide solutions. Once again, Reggie steps up and provides powerful, practical wisdom for leaders."John D. Seybert, mayor of Redwood City, CA
"Using his personal observations, analyses, and interactions, Reggie McNeal has masterfully grasped leadership themes from those who are turning the world upside down. Reggie has written a must-read primer for anyone wanting to make a difference.Henry Barton, vice president, government affairs, SCANA Corporation
"Perhaps, for such a time as this, Jesus is changing our minds as it relates to understanding the call of all people. Perhaps now is the time that God is calling kingdom leaders to agitate for the kingdom, knowing that the agitation and advancement of God's kingdom is done with collective force and efforts. Kingdom Collaborators is the book to arrest your heart, expand your understanding, and prod you to move into God's calling no matter if you are clergy or congregant!"Aleze M. Fulbright, director of leadership development, Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church
"Reggie has kingdom vision! For too long the church-as-institution has said 'come' but the Great Commission says 'go.' Reggie's charge in this book affirms, validates, and empowers kingdom leaders to recognize their circle of influence and to go turn this world upside down. This book is a must-read for all believers."Joel D. Chapman, pediatrician, The Pediatric Clinic, Mt. Pleasant, TX
"No one sees the big picture of God's kingdom better than Reggie McNeal. In Kingdom Collaborators he tells inspiring stories and describes practical steps for how church, business, and social sector leaders can work together for greater kingdom impact. If you are a leader with God-sized dreams and want to know how to make them happen, this book is for you!"Dave Ferguson, lead pastor, Community Christian Church, Naperville, IL
"Kingdom collaboration is one of the most powerful, challenging, and beautiful enterprises possible. It requires honesty with one's self, faith in God's work through others, and perseverance when every barrier appears to stand against it. Reggie McNeal addresses these issues deeply steeped in the heart of Jesus with compassion for the challenge but urgency to press forward. Thank you, Reggie, for believing in us and cheering us on!"Tracey Beal, executive director, School Connect, Glendale, AZ
"The transformation of a community begins with the transformation of an individual. Whether one is a leader, collaborator, or follower, Reggie provides kingdom thinking to help unlearn traditions that are hindering our witness and work and relearn biblical principles that will unleash God's people. I believe this inspired book will help Christians join with God in his kingdom agenda, accelerating improvement on societal issues that is so desperately needed."Susan Hewitt, executive director, UpWorks, St. Paul, MN
"Do you long to see broken lives restored? New life is the drive of Kingdom Collaborators. Reggie's passion for people is felt on every page, and he lives what he writes. He has helped us to birth a statewide coalition focused on awakening the faith-based community to bring hope to every child through serving our local schools. Be warned—reading Kingdom Collaborators may be hazardous to your comfortable life. It will change your status quo, muddy your hands, and free you from a predictable life!"Lee Clamp, team leader for evangelism, South Carolina Baptist Convention
"As a county judge, I routinely deal with individuals and families held captive by the dark kingdom, living far from life as God intends. I need help understanding my leadership role and how to promote the kingdom of God in my community. Dr. McNeal clarifies that responsibility and provides explanations, tools, and examples of kingdom leadership in today's world. Evangelism in 2017 most often begins with a compassionate helping hand extended by influential people who want to be a part of thechange."Brian Lee, county judge, Titus County, Mt. Pleasant, TX
"Millennials are largely disinterested in institutional religion, so church-based leadership models are increasingly passé. But few groups are more committed to making the world a better place than millennials. As such, they will resonate with thechurch-as-movement paradigm called for by Reggie McNeal. Seminaries need to pay attention. This book unfolds the exciting opportunity for pastors to calibrate their ministry as viral kingdom agents of human flourishing and is a call for leadership worthy of our unique moment in history."John Seel, author, The New Copernicans: Understanding the Millennial Contribution to the Church
CONTENTS
Introduction: Thy Kingdom Come
1. Pray with Eyes Wide Open
2. Foment Dissatisfaction with the Status Quo
3. Combine Social and Spiritual Entrepreneurship
4. Marry Vision and Action
5. Shape a People-Development Culture
6. Curry Leadership Curiosity
7. Call the Party
8. Maintain (a Pain-Tinged) Optimism
9. Accelerate Your Impact
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
For Further Reflection/Group Discussion
Notes
