Released in the UK May 2025
Released in the US May 2025
Trade paperback | 152 Pages
9781527112261 • £8.99 $12.99
BISAC – REL080000
Boldly Bi–Vocational
Navigating Dual Callings in the Ministry and the Marketplace
James M. Powell
Challenges traditional ministry models
Biblical basis for bi–vocational ministry
Practical guidance for those considering this route
Boldly Bi–Vocational offers a fresh perspective on ministry, challenging traditional notions of full–time pastoral work. Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, Powell presents bi–vocational ministry as a strategic and fulfilling calling rather than a mere stopgap measure. This book explores the biblical foundations of bi–vocational ministry, tracing its roots to the apostle Paul’s tent–making example. Powell argues that this model can enhance a minister’s effectiveness, providing unique insights and opportunities for kingdom impact both within and outside the church.
James M. Powell
James Powell serves as Teaching Pastor of Christ Community Church in Johnson City, Tennessee (PCA). Since 2013 he has been intentionally bi–vocational, simultaneously serving as a leader within housing organizations. He is married to Kori and the father of six children.
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Christian Focus
I have known Jim Powell since his seminary days and can testify that he is a wise, godly, courageous, and gospel–driven man. His experience in faithful, fruitful tentmaking ministry has much to teach us all.
Douglas A. Sweeney
Dean, Beeson Divinity School, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama
Jim Powell … provides these churches with exciting new strategies for bridging the financial gap with tent–making options. This is a must read for churches, pastors, and church–planters!
William J. Curtis
Lead Pastor, Cornerstone Baptist Church, Darlington, South Carolina
Having spent several seasons in bi–vocational ministry myself, I deeply resonate with Jim’s reflections and biblical insights on his pastoral journey. Without romanticizing his experience, he highlights the strategic gospel opportunities that bi–vocational ministry offers both pastors and churches. In the rapidly secularizing West, this vision for ministry will only grow in relevance and importance.
Kevin Walker
Director of Ministries, The Charles Simeon Trust
Jim Powell’s plea to assess the opportunities and costs that await those who see their engagement in the marketplace as part of their pastoral call is imperative. Everyone considering ministry or who is ordained should wrestle through this work to gain greater clarity on what it means to serve Christ in their community.
Chris Vogel
Church Planting and Vitality Coordinator, Mission to North America, Presbyterian Church in America