The Monkey and the Fish by Dave Gibbons | Third-Culture Church, Leadership, Missional Living

The Monkey and the Fish: Liquid Leadership for a Third-Culture Church by Dave Gibbons is a visionary and thought-provoking book that challenges traditional models of church leadership. Gibbons introduces the concept of third-culture thinkingan adaptable, globally minded approach to ministry that resonates with a diverse, rapidly changing world.

Using the metaphor of a monkey (adaptable) and a fish (rigid in context), Gibbons explores how churches can become more fluid, relational, and relevant in todays multicultural and digital age. Drawing from his own experience as a pastor and global leader, he offers insights for building communities that are inclusive, innovative, and missionally engaged.

Key Topics Covered:

• What is Third-Culture leadership?

• Adapting the church to a changing global and cultural context

• Moving beyond traditional Western ministry models

• Embracing diversity and multiculturalism in church communities

• Practical stories from real-life ministry in diverse settings

• Becoming missional, relational, and flexible in leadership

  
  

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