As a Christian, why should you live with others?
In this incisive and inspiring book, Gijs van den Brink shows how the gospel has everything to do with our daily lives - in the home, church and society. With profound Biblical insights and lessons from his years of experience in residential community Elim, he writes about charity, aid, leadership, sustainability and social safety.

A powerful plea for a faith that breaks down walls - between private and public, between words and deeds.

Perfect for those who long for more community, depth AND relevance in following Jesus.

What do others say about this book?

"Van den Brink argues sharply when he speaks from Scripture and the early church about a Christian community, where there is every room and attention for help and assistance, hospitality and charity, new forms of leadership, relationships (e.g., a virtuoso team), and prayer. "The strength of this book is that it breaks the barrier of private and public, and thus of gospel and politics. The gospel would be a private matter, and politics a public one. Van den Brink's lifestyle does not yield to this dichotomy, but offers a counterbalance."

Prof. Henk Bakker, Free University, Amsterdam.

"Gijs van den Brink puts his finger on the weaknesses of our individualistic culture and the lack of a sense of community. He alternates biblical-theological insights with current questions and challenges facing church and society. Topics such as managing your home, money and power are covered, as well as sustainability, multiculturalism, leadership and social safety. In short, this book offers a valuable introduction and 'lessons learned' from someone who draws with love and sobriety on his life in community and his knowledge of the New Testament."

Dr. Jan Martijn Abrahamse, lecturer in theology at Christelijke Hogeschool Ede.

About the author

Gijs van den Brink (1953) is founder and member of the evangelical residential community Elim in Doorn. He is attached to the Center for Bible Research in Veenendaal as editor-in-chief and author.