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Open Gates: Helping “Monday Morning Ministers” Access Heaven’s Resources to Bring God’s Kingdom to Earth
How do “regular people” fulfill the great commission and engage in ministry while being successful in their careers?
If you ever felt like those in full-time ministry were doing a better job serving God than you, or if you ever felt guilty about being good at your career instead of becoming a missionary or minister, then this book might be just what you are looking for. On the flip side, if you feel like attending meetings and putting money in the offering basket gets you off the hook for spreading the gospel and making a kingdom impact in your community, this book is definitely for you!
For too long, people with business acumen have given money so that “professional” ministers can build the kingdom. This keeps our lives in neat little compartments. We can have our church and fellowship in one box and our jobs and professional life in another one. We erect a wall between our sacred and secular lives that protects us from having to be too involved, too accountable, or too surrendered. But this isn’t what God had in mind when the church was in formation.
Whatever our sphere of influence, we have a spiritual impact there. The same things we do to build our businesses build people—build God’s kingdom. Open Gates is the story of Bill Evans, a real-life CEO and business builder, as he awakens to the fact that the practical, everyday life things he does in his business allow him to touch people in practical, everyday ways that his church could never do. Through a series of conversations with his friend, Levi, the men explore what it means to walk in their calling as business leaders—as Monday Morning Ministers.
Open Gates explores integrating faith into everyday life, especially through work. After burnout, the narrator discovers how work can be a ministry, embracing faith beyond Sundays.
If you ever felt like those in full-time ministry were doing a better job serving God than you, or if you ever felt guilty about being good at your career instead of becoming a missionary or minister, then this book might be just what you are looking for. On the flip side, if you feel like attending meetings and putting money in the offering basket gets you off the hook for spreading the gospel and making a kingdom impact in your community, this book is definitely for you!
For too long, people with business acumen have given money so that “professional” ministers can build the kingdom. This keeps our lives in neat little compartments. We can have our church and fellowship in one box and our jobs and professional life in another one. We erect a wall between our sacred and secular lives that protects us from having to be too involved, too accountable, or too surrendered. But this isn’t what God had in mind when the church was in formation.
Whatever our sphere of influence, we have a spiritual impact there. The same things we do to build our businesses build people—build God’s kingdom. Open Gates is the story of Bill Evans, a real-life CEO and business builder, as he awakens to the fact that the practical, everyday life things he does in his business allow him to touch people in practical, everyday ways that his church could never do. Through a series of conversations with his friend, Levi, the men explore what it means to walk in their calling as business leaders—as Monday Morning Ministers.
Open Gates explores integrating faith into everyday life, especially through work. After burnout, the narrator discovers how work can be a ministry, embracing faith beyond Sundays.
155 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 12, 2025
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June 23, 2025
About a Christian running a successful business. This was a really good book about how God uses every profession to advance his kingdom. God has called us all to dream and live out his calling
June 20, 2025
Open Gates offers a heartfelt and faith-driven exploration of servant leadership. It’s less a manual for business tactics and more a call to trusting God, listening deeply, and leading others toward their full potential. If you’re a Christian leader or anyone seeking meaning beyond professional success, this book offers both clarity and inspiration.
June 20, 2025
I hope this book inspires you to find your purpose in your work place!
June 25, 2025
A Must-Read for Purpose-Driven Professionals. Open Gates is a breath of fresh air. Bill Evans beautifully blends faith, leadership, and business wisdom into something practical and inspiring. If you're trying to navigate your career with integrity and purpose, this book will challenge and encourage you in the best way.
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