So lets look at jesus, the greatest leader role model of all time, in the light of this new letting it go leadership idea. The lessons of his leadership style are practical, learnable skills that you too can. Filled with great insights and practical steps, these next 35 minutes will challenge you to become the leader youve always wanted to be. Gene wilkes, is a 6session adult bible study that leads members of the body of christ to apply biblical principles of servant leadership to all areas of their ministries. Sep 01, 1997 the leadership lessons of jesus is easy to readi read the whole book on 4th of july. He identifies seven practical principles for todays leaders, to assist them with everything from humbling their hearts to building a. Dec 25, 2014 lead like jesus revisited hands down, the best book on learning to lead like jesus.
Jul 12, 2015 portions of this post were even included in my book the 10 indispensable practices of the 2minute leader. Wilkes has captured excellent examples and if we would. So, when i happened upon the book, the leadership style of jesus, i picked it up to gauge my adherence to the practice and to learn something. A line in the leadership lessons of jesus as taken from benjamin franklin sums up secrets pretty well. Reflections on christian leadership he discusses how to lead in such a time consistent with gods greater purpose. Articles and books proliferate extolling the virtues of leadership exemplified in jesus of nazareth. If you only read one book on leadership, may i suggest the leadership of jesus. The example of christ is a powerful lesson for anyone desiring to be a healthy leader. Michael youssef will provide the reader with vital leadership principles as demonstrated by the greatest leader of all time jesus himself. Discover vital leadership principles from the greatest leader of all time.
As a leader in the church, you have the privilege of assisting in heavenly fathers work of bringing to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. In truth, i knew 90% of what was discussed but i did learn about some practical application of the revolutionary leadership style of jesus. To further demonstrate the unmatched leadership of jesus, i want to refer you to matthew 20. Consider how jesus sent the disciples out on their own. Without wise leadership, your church is in trouble. Jesus and paul chalice press, 2005, reminds us that leadership is inherently contextual and relational. But it is also a book to savor and digest all the wisdom found in the 240 pages. Jan 26, 2016 so lets look at jesus, the greatest leader role model of all time, in the light of this new letting it go leadership idea. Your leadership is a key ingredient to helping your church become what god has called it to be. Lead like jesus revisited by ken blanchard, phil hodges and phyliss hendry.
While jesus on leadership is a practical tool kit, wilkess. Becoming a servant leader originated in a local church setting and, since its first printing in 1998, has continued to provide direction and aid to churches worldwide. We should make it a practice to study his leadership style. Books on leadership usually focus on attila the hun, who managed to. This book explains how jesus humbled an extimeed theologain to trust and live in jesus. Discover the essence of transformative leadership by studying how jesus led. Michael youssefs book, the leadership style of jesus.
The leadership style of jesus is one that is unique to any other leadership style known to man it is clear that the way jesus led his disciples was a plan for the future of his church his strategy in developing disciples was laid out in such a way to spread the gospel for all time. Sep 03, 1998 jesus on leadership is a great book that takes much of the timeless principles of servant leadership and brings them to the forefront of how leaders need to be leading today. And he healed many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons. This book articulates leadership lessons inspired by jesus that all leaders regardless of environment can apply. Whether the venue is your church, a civic organization, a company, or your family, this book shows you that adopting jesus leadership example will transform your effectiveness. Jesus released responsibility and ownership in a ministry. This book introduces you to jesus, the executive, not jesus, the religious messiah. Henri nouwen wasnt predicting this crisis, but in the name of jesus. A bindup of two books that offers the timeless wisdom. Two other important findings that relate to our conversation. The leadership style of jesus book leading the way.
He pulls from many respected experts on leadership and presents jesus leadership in a very approachable way. Leaders prepare themselves spiritually as they keep the commandments, study the scriptures and the teachings of latterday prophets, pray, fast, and humble themselves before the lord. To achieve this, he had a fivepronged leadership strategy. Youssef considers how to deal with the temptations and pressures you confront as a leaderfacing loneliness, handling criticism. This book is what ive been searching for for a long time. Here are 12 leadership principles of jesus that inspire me.
You have been called by inspiration through the saviors authorized servants. His mom joyce and dad frank were a big influence on him, and he has a twin brother, frank and younger sister, jill. And the whole city was gathered together at the door. Michael youssefs new book, the leadership style of jesus.
We want to lead people toward the destination of jesus christ. Each chapter this book begins with a quote or parable from jesus, and goes on to show how his teachings can apply to leadership today. If you read this book, be ready to radically change your life and your approach to leadership. Lowney admits that jesuits are not generally perceived as experts in leadership, either by the public or in business literature. Lead 4 powerful leadership lessons from jesus leaders who stand the test of time have something we can learn to elevate our leadership. With this preparation, they are able to receive inspiration to guide them in their personal lives, their family responsibilities, and their callings. Manz uses a mix of personal and professional examples to illustrate this principle. Without being angry or perturbed, jesus quietly healed the servants ear see luke 22. His strategy in developing disciples was laid out in such a way to spread the gospel for all time.
The desired destination is always the foot of the cross and the face of god. Jesus, the greatest servant leader lead like jesus. Whether you are new to leadership or a seasoned veteran this book is a refreshing and challenging look at the basics of leadership. The father the first proof jesus offers to confirm his leadership role is the witness of god the father.
No matter what leadership arena a person serves in. Gene wilkes may change your whole view of leadership. The gospel of luke contains a wealth of insights into the principles of leadership as jesus would display them. Then theres no question the most admired, respected, honored and remembered christian leader through the ages was our lord jesus christ. Instead, jesus focused on true depth and longterm impact.
The book is not written as a christian guide to leadership. Any leader in the church should read this book and focus on christs examples of leadership. The devil takes jesus to a high mountain, and shows jesus all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor, and says, all this i will give you, if you will fall down and worship me. The results speak for themselves, but the true value is the positive impact you will have on peoples lives within your sphere of influence. In a world where selfpromotion pride and selfprotection fear domination todays leadership style, leading like jesus is a new paradigm, a humilitybased approach to leadership. Jesus on leadershipa must read for those who value their family. This message of jesus transcends the barriers of culture, time, and history. Leadership is influence, and no leader has had greater influence on the world than jesus christ. The authors explain the practice and theory of jesus use of management skills through his own experience, as well as through deductive reasoning. Leadership lessons of jesus by bob briner goodreads. He identifies seven practical principles for todays leaders, to assist them with everything from humbling their hearts to building a team for christ. Gene wilkes, a popular conference speaker, describes how jesus led. The leadership style of jesus devotional reading plan. It is clear that the way jesus led his disciples was a plan for the future of his church.
The gospel of mark begins by telling the reader about nine characteristics of jesus as a leader when you read the first chapter of mark, there are some distinctive traits of christ that every team leader can learn the biblical truths of his teachings and the pattern of his leadership style are valuable to any leader. Reflections on christian leadershiphe discusses how to lead in such a time consistent with gods greater purpose nouwen uses christs temptations matthew 4. Here are four timeless lessons from jesus that are relevant. Miracles such as these show jesus amazing power over demons, illness, and death. The leadership wisdom of jesus free summary by charles c. Learn how jesus approach to leadership allowed him to overcome temptation and bring glory to his father. Selfleadership precedes team leadership and public influence. In the name of jesus march 28, 2020 by phillip foster henri nouwen wasnt predicting this crisis, but in the name of jesus. Jan 20, 2016 lead 4 powerful leadership lessons from jesus leaders who stand the test of time have something we can learn to elevate our leadership. Jesus was willing to invest in people others would have dismissed. There are many more interesting findings in this book, and id encourage you to read further.
For the purposes of our time together, im focusing on the characteristics of the successful leader, and correlating that with jesus leadership style. I found myself highlighting many passages throughout the book. This bible study attempts to develop leaders by following the pattern of jesus ministry of training people to do kingdom work. I think this is a must read for pastors and christian leaders. The authors guide readers through the process of discovering how to lead like jesus. The leadership lessons of jesus is easy to readi read the whole book on 4th of july. Sep 20, 2016 here are 12 leadership principles of jesus that inspire me.
But this is how jesus lived countercultural, redefining who a leader should be. The theme often stated, implicitly if not explicitly, is that this itinerant galilean living 2000 years ago models leadership ideally suited for the modern day ceo or clevel executive. Wilkes is definitely a source of excellent leadership and the reason behind its practice. The more i read the bible, the more evident it becomes that everything i have ever taught or written about effective leadership over the past 25 years, jesus did. Following these same points can enable any leader to achieve healthy team development. The temptation of jesus was to adopt the leadership strategy of herod. These four dimensions of leadership form the outline for this very practical and transformational book. When peter drew his sword and smote the high priests servant, cutting off his right ear, jesus said, put up thy sword into the sheath john 18. This message of jesus transcends the barriers of culture. If you cant lead yourself, you cant and shouldnt lead others. Michael youssef examines the leadership jesus modeled and uncovers christlike qualities every leader needs, such as courage, gentleness, and truthfulness. The leadership style of jesus this 10day plan from dr. But, as in all things, the lord jesus is the ultimate and perfect examplejesus christ is the greatest leader who ever walked the earth.
Mar 31, 2014 jesus actions further show that he is son of god when he is able to give his power to others. This book is an revolutionary thesis on what it truly means to be a leader of gods people and will change the typical view of the leadership role. Jesus on leadership a must read for those who value their family. Jul 05, 2016 biblical leadership often looks very different from the rest of the world. This book changed me dramatically, challenging me in many different aspects of leadership. The author blends real life scenarios, examples from the bible and how jesus executed his leadership. The more i read the bible, the more evident it becomes that everything i have ever taught or written about effective leadership over the. William mitchell, author of building strong families, founder of power of positive students it was my opportunity to be led by god to enlist gene wilkes to write. The lessons of his leadership style are practical, learnable skills.
Bob briner 19351999 was an emmy awardwinning television producer and widely respected businessman. By following the pattern of jesus ministry of training people to do kingdom work, jesus on leadership helps develop church members into servant leaders. Leadership of the spirit controls the movements of believers acts 10. These nine characteristics of jesus were a definite sign of what he thought was important in leadership. If you are a leader in any area of life, your approach to leadership will be transformed by the examples from jesus life outlined in dr. This book gives you a good overall picture of leadership by looking at. You do this by encouraging members to engage in the work of salvation and exaltation for themselves, their families, and others see. They describe it as the process of aligning two internal domainsthe heart and the headand two external domainsthe hands and the habits. Putting religious and spiritual beliefs aside, no one in history has been discussed more, worshipped more, had more songs and books written. The leadership style of jesus is one that is unique to any other leadership style known to man. That evening at sundown they brought to him all who were sick or oppressed by demons. Jesus on leadership is a great book that takes much of the timeless principles of servant leadership and brings them to the forefront of how leaders need to be leading today. They were not the religious elite, yet jesus used them to start his church.