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| Resource: |
Alban Institute (AL30506.0000) Welcoming Resistance
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| Author: |
Hobgood, William Chris |
| Publisher: |
Alban In, 2001 |
| Length: |
151 pages |
| Heading: |
070 — Conflict
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| Subjects: |
Alban Institute Books; Conflict |
| # Copies: |
1 |
| ISBN/ISSN: |
9781566992503
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| Description: |
Conflict
This book by Chris Hobgood is one of the most insightful and creative books I have read in a long time. Most church leaders have often heard the seven last words of the church 'we have never done it that way' or 'we have always done it that way'. These words, attitudes, and actions become major obstacles for church growth, health, and vitality. But Chris Hobgood-an experienced pastor, judicatory leader in the Christian Church, and consultant with the Alban Institute-reminds us that resistance does not necessarily have to be the enemy. Indeed, resistance can be a welcomed friend. As Hobgood says, 'some customary ways of dealing with resistance to change: ignore it, overwhelm it, fight it, discount it, demonize it, to name a few, are not constructive … It is important to know that the energy of resistance may have truth to tell us, and we would be wise to listen and learn. ' |
| Age Groups: |
Adult (30-55); Adult (55+)
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