"For over forty years, I have been a Shotgun Rider, that is, an associate pastor working alongside the Senior Pastor. There are thousands of Shotgun Riders, serving in churches around the world.  They bear different labels, but they are not the Senior Leader; they don't make the final decisions. I have never read anything more helpful than Doug Brown's book, Shotgun Rider: Restoring Your Passion for the Ministry Trail. It is written specifically to pastoral leaders who are on the team, but are not Senior Pastors. I highly recommend it."  -Gary Chapman, PhD, author of The Five Love Languages "A must-read book for anyone working on staff in ministry. Shotgun Rider will challenge you to embrace the significance of your role and keep your heart in the right place in spite of your circumstances.

A much-needed book, written by someone who has succeeded at living out these principles." -Mark Jobe, lead pastor of New Life Community Church, Chicago; author of Unstuck: Out of Your Cave into Your Call "Shotgun Rider packs a big punch! Crammed full of great stories, insight, and wisdom that will benefit veteran and rookie ministry workers alike. I found myself re-reading most sections because they are all packed with so much good stuff. Share the word; Shotgun Rider is a GREAT read!"  -Kurt Johnston, Pastor to Students, Saddleback Church.