Released in the UK August 2018
Released in the US October 2018
Trade paperback | 160 Pages
9781527102101 • £6.99 $9.99
BISAC – REL074000
Resilient
how 2 Timothy teaches us to bounce back in Christian Leadership
John Benton
For Christian Leaders who are in Need of Encouragement
Building Resilience in the Spiritual Battle from 2 Timothy
Being a Christian leader is a huge privilege. It is also a huge challenge. Paul, a man who knew how tough it could be, wrote a letter to his young friend who was at a crossroads in the ministry, to encourage resilience in the spiritual battle. John Benton looks at what 2 Timothy has to say about finding strength, recovering from discouragement and keeping going as a Christian leader.
John Benton
John Benton is Director of Pastoral Support for The Pastors’ Academy at London Seminary. John & his wife Ann have written a number of books and at present are involved in a church planting venture. They are often asked to speak at Christian conferences.
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Christian Focus
For pastors under pressure, John Benton brings help from 2 Timothy so that we can not only survive but grow and flourish in ministry. John speaks from his own experience as a pastor, and his current ministry of supporting others who serve Christ’s church. There is much wisdom here not just for pastors but all who seek to serve the Lord.
Bill James
Principal, London Seminary, London, UK
‘Resilient’ is full of honest realism, written to Pastors who have ‘signed up for hardship and sacrifice’. Using the timeless truths of 2 Timothy, John shows how it is possible to be resilient, to persevere in ministry, though the challenges and pressures are huge. This book will be of great help to church leaders, to all who teach God’s word and pastor His people and to those who support those who do so.
Julia Jones
Director of Women’s Courses, London Seminary, UK
I am so grateful, as one in the early days of ministry, that John has put in black and white sound and earthy wisdom from God’s word on how to joyfully persevere in ministry for the long term. I can only thank him for writing it and encourage others in ministry to read it!
Paul Brennan
Pastor, The Tron at Kelvingrove, Glasgow, UK
This book is a wonderful example of how God’s word speaks afresh in every generation. With a careful exegetical eye and a kind pastor’s heart, Dr Benton unpacks 2 Timothy showing us the true roots of and great need for resilience in pastoral ministry. This is an excellent resource for pastors to keep on keeping on.
Robin Weekes
Minister, Emmanuel Church, Wimbledon, London