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Game of Pulpits: The 7 Voices Vying for the Kingdom - Who Will Win & Why?
When the pulpit becomes a battleground, the future of the Church is at stake.
In Game of Pulpits, missional strategist and church consultant Gary Comer issues a prophetic call for leaders to engage one of the most urgent conversations of our time. With sharp cultural insight and years of frontline ministry experience, Comer unveils the seven rivaling voices—seven “pulpits”—shaping the future of the Church in today’s increasingly secular and complex North American context.
This is not classroom theory—it’s a strategic survival guide for the frontlines. As cultural decline deepens and mission drift spreads, leaders must discern which vision can truly turn the tide. With bold critique and clear-eyed projections, Game of Pulpits challenges pastors and influencers to rethink assumptions, assess ideological commitments, and lead with courage into this pivotal hour.
Meet the voices vying for
Redesigners – championing innovative changePentecostal Wave – championing the move of the SpiritThe Evangelicals – championing cultural advanceChristian Capitalists – championing kingdom resourcesMega Flagshippers – championing service attractionSpiritual Renewalists – championing biblical renewalNuclear Options – championing radical restructuring
At stake is nothing less than the soul and mission of the Church. Join the remnant of leaders daring to Who really has the answer for the Church’s future—and how can we win the battle that matters most?
“Gary Comer offers a thoughtful and unflinching look at the forces vying for influence in the contemporary Church. With courage and clarity, he names the trends many sense but few can articulate—and calls us to reimagine ministry with gospel purpose and Kingdom urgency.” — Rev. Brian Johnson, American Baptist Churches
“In Game of Pulpits, Comer surveys the vast landscape helping all of us gain perspective on the totality of what is happening in our time. This is a brave endeavor, but one that can help all of us see ourselves for what we are, what we lack, and therefore, why we may need one another.” — Chris Backert, Ascent Conference Director, Former US Fresh Expressions
“Gary Comer has written a bold book for today’s church leaders. His analysis is sharp, his tone unflinching yet respectful, and his vision deeply missional. Leaders who are secure in their calling but open to evaluation will find in this book a compass for future ministry.” — Gary L. McIntosh, Distinguished Affiliate Professor, Talbot School of Theology
“Game of Pulpits is a visionary masterpiece. Page by page, it pulled me into a fresh, missionally rooted model of church ministry. This will be the one book I recommend from here on out.” — Lavern E. Brown, President, Advanced Pastoral Network
“Game of Pulpits is a rare and needed voice in a noisy time.
In Game of Pulpits, missional strategist and church consultant Gary Comer issues a prophetic call for leaders to engage one of the most urgent conversations of our time. With sharp cultural insight and years of frontline ministry experience, Comer unveils the seven rivaling voices—seven “pulpits”—shaping the future of the Church in today’s increasingly secular and complex North American context.
This is not classroom theory—it’s a strategic survival guide for the frontlines. As cultural decline deepens and mission drift spreads, leaders must discern which vision can truly turn the tide. With bold critique and clear-eyed projections, Game of Pulpits challenges pastors and influencers to rethink assumptions, assess ideological commitments, and lead with courage into this pivotal hour.
Meet the voices vying for
Redesigners – championing innovative changePentecostal Wave – championing the move of the SpiritThe Evangelicals – championing cultural advanceChristian Capitalists – championing kingdom resourcesMega Flagshippers – championing service attractionSpiritual Renewalists – championing biblical renewalNuclear Options – championing radical restructuring
At stake is nothing less than the soul and mission of the Church. Join the remnant of leaders daring to Who really has the answer for the Church’s future—and how can we win the battle that matters most?
“Gary Comer offers a thoughtful and unflinching look at the forces vying for influence in the contemporary Church. With courage and clarity, he names the trends many sense but few can articulate—and calls us to reimagine ministry with gospel purpose and Kingdom urgency.” — Rev. Brian Johnson, American Baptist Churches
“In Game of Pulpits, Comer surveys the vast landscape helping all of us gain perspective on the totality of what is happening in our time. This is a brave endeavor, but one that can help all of us see ourselves for what we are, what we lack, and therefore, why we may need one another.” — Chris Backert, Ascent Conference Director, Former US Fresh Expressions
“Gary Comer has written a bold book for today’s church leaders. His analysis is sharp, his tone unflinching yet respectful, and his vision deeply missional. Leaders who are secure in their calling but open to evaluation will find in this book a compass for future ministry.” — Gary L. McIntosh, Distinguished Affiliate Professor, Talbot School of Theology
“Game of Pulpits is a visionary masterpiece. Page by page, it pulled me into a fresh, missionally rooted model of church ministry. This will be the one book I recommend from here on out.” — Lavern E. Brown, President, Advanced Pastoral Network
“Game of Pulpits is a rare and needed voice in a noisy time.
400 pages, Paperback
Published September 1, 2025
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