Three words. Three meanings. One mandate.
Radical Humility. Radical Faith. Radical Service.
The church is under pressure - pastors overwhelmed, saints neglected, deacons unsure of their place. Too many boards wear the robe but forget the roots. Servant First The Deacon's Mandate is the answer.
In this groundbreaking manual, Michael Eugene Smith takes readers inside the real work of deacons with stories that feel like Sunday morning:
A revival on the edge of chaos until one deacon board rose up.Midnight hospital visits that proved service costs something.Protocols for security, offering, and altar call that keep the church decent and in order.Blending powerful storytelling with Acts 6 foundations, this book is both entertaining and training-ready. Every chapter ends with scripture, reflection, discussion guides, and prayers - making it perfect for:
Deacon boardsLeadership retreatsTraining manuals for ordinationPersonal devotion for those called to serveThis is not filler. This is fire. A book that boards will read, teach, and carry into the field.
Servant First The Deacon's Mandate will make deacons proud, pastors grateful, and saints secure.