FOUNDATIONAL THEOLOGY OF CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP

This book presents a comprehensive study on Christian leadership, rooted in the teachings of Scripture. By examining the biblical record, a distinct pattern of servanthood emerges, differing from secular leadership models. The author masterfully weaves together a theology of leadership, highlighting the servant-like qualities of great leaders used by God. This approach provides a refreshing perspective on leadership, one that is grounded in biblical truth.

IN-DEPTH STUDY OF BIBLICAL LEADERS

Through a detailed analysis of eleven Old Testament and five New Testament leaders, this book provides a rich understanding of the servant-leadership model. The lives of leaders such as Joseph and Paul serve as examples, demonstrating how their character, motives, and actions aligned with God’s purposes. The author’s treatment of each leader includes a series of thought-provoking questions, encouraging readers to engage deeply with the biblical text.

PRACTICAL APPLICATION FOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Designed as a textbook for upper-level college and seminary courses, this book is also an invaluable resource for churches and parachurch organizations. Its readable format makes it an ideal choice for leadership training programs, providing a solid foundation for raising up a new generation of servant-leaders. The author’s prayer is that this work will inspire a return to Scripture, guiding God’s people toward authentic, biblical leadership.

INFORMACIÓN ADICIONAL

• Leadership is a subject that has gained impressive visibility in the past two decades.
• The number of books, monographs and articles, as well as seminars, devoted to the development of one’s leadership skills has been almost exponential growth.
• This study is an attempt to forge a full-orbed theology of Christian leadership grounded in the teaching of Scripture.
• Eleven Old Testament and five New Testament leaders are profiled.
• The portrait of Jesus Christ focuses on three motifs that governed his training of the twelve for kingdom ministry.
• The Pauline letters are mined for those convictions that governed Paul’s practice of leadership, both of his mission team and of the faith communities that emerged from that mission.
• The treatment of each leader, from Joseph to Paul, begins with a series of preliminary questions and concludes with a mini-profile that correlates the biblical data with these questions.
• The final chapter offers a summary profile of the servant leader, one whose character, motives and agenda align with the divine purposes.
• Though designed as a textbook for upper level college and seminary courses on leadership, the book’s readable format is ideal for churches and parachurch organizations in their leadership training programs.