Publisher's Synopsis
The strongest proponents of the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in ministry claim that just as the church became comfortable with the internet and Zoom platform, Christians will become comfortable with the unlimited use of AI in ministry due to the speed, convenience, and efficiency it provides. While recognizing the potential benefits of AI as a tool of ministry, Thomson K. Mathew asserts that the essentials of Christian ministry - preaching, discipling, healing, and shepherding - should never be consigned to AI for any reason. According to the author, "The most sensitive duties of ministry-the soul-connected aspects of ministry-must be done only by fallen humans who have been redeemed by Christ, called and set apart by God, and empowered by His Spirit."
This book analyzes the globalized post-COVID context of ministry and clearly outlines the non-negotiable aspects of Spirit-led ministry for the AI generation of ministers, believers, and ministerial students. This is both cutting edge and basic.
Spirit-led Ministry in the 21st Century is a comprehensive guide to competent ministry. Based on strong biblical, historical, and theological foundations, this volume focuses on four important aspects of effective ministry-preaching, teaching, healing, and leadership. Written for ministry students, seasoned pastors, and anyone dealing with a sense of calling, this is an inspiring read on Spirit-empowered ministry. In these pages, a pastor, chaplain, and seminary professor who has trained people for ministry in multiple nations addresses the most important aspects of effective Christian ministry. Read this book to encounter biblically sound and theologically balanced information and transformational instruction. Discern, discover, or reaffirm a call to ministry, seek the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, and develop excellence in Christian ministry to impact the AI generation.
