Analysing the books in the series, we estimate that the reading level of The Politics of Ministry: Navigating Power Dynamics and Negotiating Interests is 9th and 10th grade.
Readability Test | Reading Level |
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Flesch Kincaid Scale | Grade 9 |
SMOG Index | Grade 11 |
Coleman Liau Index | Grade 10 |
Dale Chall Readability Score | Grade 5 |
The estimated word count of The Politics of Ministry: Navigating Power Dynamics and Negotiating Interests is 67,735 words.
A person reading at the average speed of 250 words/min, will finish the book in 4 hrs 31 mins. At a slower speed of 150 words/min, they will finish it in 7 hrs 32 mins. At a faster speed of 450 words/min, they will finish it in 2 hrs 31 mins.
The Politics of Ministry: Navigating Power Dynamics and Negotiating Interests - 67,735 words | ||
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Reading Speed | Time to Read | |
Slow | 150 words/min | 7 hrs 32 mins |
Average | 250 words/min | 4 hrs 31 mins |
Fast | 450 words/min | 2 hrs 31 mins |
for The Politics of Ministry: Navigating Power Dynamics and Negotiating Interests
We all need help navigating the politics of ministry. "Politics" is often considered a dirty word. It brings to mind lies and manipulation, accusations and scandals. But at its most basic level, politics is simply the everyday activity of getting things done with other people: understanding their interests, recognizing the power dynamics at play, and learning how to negotiate relationships and institutions to achieve a common goal. These realities are as true in ministry settings as anywhere else. In The Politics of Ministry, Bob Burns, Tasha Chapman, and Donald Guthrie combine their long ministry experience with sociological research on the topic. Filled with real-life stories taken from a variety of ministry settings, this book sets out wise principles and practices that help us see more clearly the political dynamics at play in our churches and parachurch ministries. All ministry is political. As servants of Christ's kingdom, we are called to navigate the politics of ministry with grace, wisdom, and charity. This book shows us how the gospel of Jesus changes the way we work with those around us toward our common goal.