Spirit-Led Ministry in the 21st Century: Essentials of Ministry for Human Pastors Serving the AI Generation...

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Thomson K Mathew

Spirit-Led Ministry in the 21st Century

Essentials of Ministry for Human Pastors Serving the AI Generation

Thomson K Mathew

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Thomson K Mathew
02 June 2025

Christianity; Christian mission & evangelism

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.

By: Thomson K Mathew
Imprint: Thomson K Mathew
Edition: 3rd ed.
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 367g
ISBN: 9781737978060
ISBN 10: 1737978067
Pages: 316
Publication Date: 02 June 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

A graduate of Bishop Moore College (BS), Yale University (MDiv and STM), Oral Roberts University (DMin), and Oklahoma State University (EdD), Thomson K. Mathew is professor emeritus and former dean of the College of Theology and Ministry at Oral Roberts University. He is a member of the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE), the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), and the Association for Doctor of Ministry Education (ADME). Mathew and his wife, Molly, are parents of two daughters and grandparents of two boys.