“Managing church conflict is part of being an effective pastor. The biblical strategies in this helpful book reveal insightful ways to fulfill this difficult part of local church leadership. Healthy churches and healthy pastors do not avoid conflict. They face it, learn from it, and grow through it. This book charts a course to that end.”

In this work, Gib Allen shares his years of experience and research in handling conflict as a pastor. From the beginning, one can sense his pastor’s heart reaching out with words of comfort and encouragement. At the same time, this work provides more than an inspirational word. It takes seriously the Bible’s portrait of Moses as a leader facing conflict and mines its riches to give insights for today’s pastors. With sophistication he bridges the gap between the world of Moses and the world of today’s pastors in order to provide a model for them to address conflict with the purpose of giving God glory. This book provides a sophisticated, practical model for resolving conflict in churches, a beneficial resource for anyone in ministry.

I’ve heard it said that “conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.” Scripture is very clear that conflicts will arise. We cannot avoid them and must not overlook them. These moments will define our ministries. Dr. Gib Allen has produced a resource for the church to help us lead the church through conflict to the glory of the Lord. Through thorough exegesis combined with practical and relevant application, Gib has demonstrated the sufficiency of Scripture as an antidote to be trusted and a guidebook to be followed. The steps he outlines will work in your context because they are consistent with God’s Word! I encourage Pastors and Church Leaders to use this resource as a prescription for and a defense against conflicts in the church.

The principles that Gib Allen has discerned from his study of the life of Moses and seeks to apply to hurting ministers of God are practical, biblical, applicable and very useable. It is my prayer that God’s men will read, take heart, learn and renew their commitment to serve Christ because of the hope shared in this book. These principles, if applied, have the capability of saving ministries, marriages and families for the work of Christ. Thanks for sharing with us, your struggles in life as a servant of God and what you learned that helped you endure for Christ’s sake. I recommend this book to every pastor or missionary who has struggled or is dealing with hardship in the ministry. Conflict in ministry is inevitable but it does not have to be terminal. May God use this book to reveal His way of resolving conflicts that can result in strengthening workmen in His kingdom.

Gib Allen of Houston, Texas, is more aware than the average person of the inevitabilities in our sinful world of conflict. But he also believes that a godly pastor most often provides the perfect solution if there are spiritual people who want God’s way. In this book, The Moses Way: A Pastor-Directed Model to Address Conflict, Gib Allen has provided priceless insight into a solution to all the petty ills that confront our churches today. Hopefully you will have the opportunity to read this volume carefully.

Having known Dr. Gib Allen since our first bewildering days of seminary, I have watched his insight into the wisdom of Scripture grow and develop through both the triumphs and tragedies of ministry. His infectious quest to meld Biblical truth with daily application is admired by all who know him. The Moses Way blends Gib’s passion for accurate scholarly research with a real-world and relevant way to bridge the often-mysterious gap between the theory and effective practicality of handling pastoral conflict. Carefully read and digest his experienced counsel if you have, are, or will ever experience conflict in your ministry leadership. I assure you, my good friend will guide you on your journey to learn about your God, the people you love to serve, and most importantly, yourself.

Leadership is difficult. Being a pastor can be especially challenging. Sometimes it seems like the harder you try, the more the people you’re responsible to God for complain about you and your leadership. It can be personal and hurtful. Pastors like me can find themselves despondent, discouraged, and even depressed. Accountability is hard. Blame is easy. As a pastor who lives everyday trying to please the Lord, and love His people, I only wish this work would’ve been available to me years ago. Pastors need real tools that provide God’s encouragement. Gib Allen’s wisdom and insights are invaluable for pastors. Whether you’re new to the task or have been at it for years, you’ll find sophisticated, yet practical tools for conflicts at your church. These insights are on every page and grounded in the infallible Word of God. This book should be on every pastor’s shelf!

No pastor should be without such a valuable resource as this, as conflicts will inevitably arise in any ministry! I highly recommend this book!

How often have you had conflict in your ministry and struggled for resolution? My friend Gib Allen has had his share and that is why he wrote this book, The Moses Way: A Pastor-Directed Model to Address Conflict. There is a wealth of information to dealing with conflict in your ministry. Please use this useful tool for solving conflict