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Pride rarely announces itself in ministry. More often, it whispers.

It can appear in the satisfaction of a successful sermon, the growth of a ministry, the praise of others, the desire to be recognized, the confidence that comes with experience, or the quiet belief that things simply work better when we are in control. None of these moments automatically makes a minister prideful. But each can become a place where the heart is tested.

In When Pride Whispers, Perry Hancock, PhD, offers a biblical, practical, and grace-filled examination of one of the most subtle temptations facing Christian ministers and ministry leaders. Rather than assuming that pastors and church leaders are proud people who need to be corrected, this book begins with a more hopeful truth: pride often begins as a temptation long before it becomes a character trait-and the whisper can be recognized and resisted.

Drawing from Scripture, biblical personalities, and realistic ministry situations, Hancock explores the places where pride can quietly enter the heart: success, recognition, influence, education, experience, authority, comparison, being needed, receiving praise, protecting reputation, and even appearing humble. He also shows how ministers can guard their hearts through prayer, teachability, accountability, confession, shared credit, servant leadership, and a continuing focus on Christ.

This is not a book against strong leadership, achievement, influence, or ministry growth. It is a call to receive every gift and opportunity as a stewardship rather than a measure of personal importance.

When Pride Whispers is written for senior pastors, associate pastors, worship leaders, student and children's ministers, missionaries, ministry directors, denominational leaders, seminary students, and others entrusted with Christian ministry responsibility and influence.

Especially useful for:

• Church staff Bible studies and leadership development
• Staff retreats and ministry-team discussions
• Pastor and ministry-leader conferences
• Seminary and ministry-training classes
• Leadership cohorts and mentoring relationships
• Personal spiritual growth and self-examination for ministers

Whether read privately or discussed with a ministry team, When Pride Whispers invites Christian leaders to examine the heart without fear, recognize pride before it takes root, and cultivate the kind of humility that allows Christ-not the leader-to remain at the center.

Ministry is a sacred privilege. The question is not whether we will ever hear pride whisper, but what we will do when we hear it.

Parametry knihy

• Plný název: When Pride Whispers
• Podnázev: Resisting Pride and Cultivating Humility In Christian Ministry
• Autor: Perry Hancock PhD
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Vazba: Brožovaná
• Počet stran: 304
• EAN: 9798194918348
• ID: 53680446
• Nakladatelství: Independently published
• Hmotnost: 411 g
• Rozměry: 229 × 152 × 16 mm
• Datum vydání: 28. August 2026

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