Redeeming Power – Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church

"Bold. Challenging. Christ-exalting. ". Redeeming Power. shows that the body of Christ desperately needs to understand the forms power takes, how it is abused, and how to respond to abuses of power. "This book is one of the most important works for a pastor, or anyone in a position of authority, to dwell on. Langberg's work laying out the relationship between power and abuse and contrasting it with how power is exercised in the person and work of Christ is foundational for any leader or ministry desiring to reflect the gospel. This book is a must-read for spiritual leaders and for every Christian as we seek to exhort each other to righteousness and use redemptively whatever authority we have in our own spheres. "-Rachael Denhollander. , speaker, victim advocate, and attorney; author of What Is a Girl Worth. "You will need to read this book with a highlighter and a box of tissues nearby. Redeeming Power. is essential reading for every leader and anyone who wishes to use what power they have to bless and heal in a world that so often curses and wounds. "-Jemar Tisby. , New York Times. bestselling author of The Color of Compromise. "Redeeming Power. should be on the must-read list of every pastor, leader, boss, coach, parent, and educator-anyone interested in learning how to use power to bless, not curse. I believe what Langberg has written could change the world if properly applied, because it is straight from the heart of our compassionate God. "-Kay Warren. , cofounder, Saddleback Church"Vintage Diane Langberg. Bold. Challenging. Christ-exalting. Langberg is a strong advocate and voice for the vulnerable and voiceless. "-Tim Clinton. , president, American Association of Christian Counselors