{"product_id":"9781514016466_the-faithful-innkeeper","title":"The Faithful Innkeeper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransform your approach to refugee ministry through a powerful paradigm shift that leads to sustainability, mutual relationships, and lasting impact.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Faithful Innkeeper\u003c\/i\u003e offers Christians serving displaced people a revolutionary perspective on serving refugee neighbors. Rather than viewing ourselves as the \"Good Samaritan\" hero of Jesus' famous parable, seasoned ministry practitioner Rachel Uthmann invites readers to embrace the role of the faithful innkeeper--the one who provides essential care and hospitality within human limitations in partnership with Jesus, our true Good Samaritan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis compassionate guide addresses the real challenges faced by those committed to refugee ministry: \u003ci\u003eHow do we serve sustainably without burning out? How do we build genuine, mutual relationships? How do we process the grief and trauma we encounter while maintaining hope and effectiveness?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing from biblical wisdom and practical experience, Uthmann demonstrates how remembering God as the initiator and source of our work frees us from despair in the face of overwhelming need. From this life-giving posture of partnership with Christ, we can fulfill our part in our neighbor's healing journey without burning out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you'll find in \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Faithful Innkeeper\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh exploration of the Good Samaritan parable, highlighting Jesus as the true Good Samaritan and our role as the innkeeper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrucial insights to help those in ministry among displaced people become better informed about the complex realities of the refugee experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sustainable ministry model for long-term, life-giving service in mutually transformative relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of the church in building relationships with refugees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLife-giving ministry emerges when we respond faithfully to God's invitation to partnership while leaving ultimate outcomes to his care. This book is great for volunteers, church leaders, missionaries, and anyone involved in immigrant or refugee services. With \u003ci\u003eThe Faithful Innkeeper\u003c\/i\u003e, discover how walking alongside refugee neighbors can be one of life's greatest gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Uthmann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40987385298993,"sku":"9781514016466","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/9926\/3793\/files\/9781514016466.jpg?v=1781778547","url":"https:\/\/bakerbookhouse.com\/products\/9781514016466_the-faithful-innkeeper","provider":"Baker Book House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}