Focused on the inner-life, the book sets out principles that allow pastor's to examine their own character as well as the character of those with whom they lead. Character is sectional, according to Fred Smith, and just because someone might be strong in some aspects, other aspects cry out for the strengthening work of God. In Leading With Integrity , pastors and leaders will be able tolook honestly at themselves and discover both the strengths and the weaknesses they have in their character. The rest of Leading With Integrity is focused on developing leadership skills for pastors to put to daily use in their ministry, home life, and their daily walk with God. Sections on discernment of co-leaders and congregation, on mentoring the next generation, and on challenging the common virtues of this age are written for today's pastor coping with a modern church.
Integrity is the missing link in our society.
The honesty of this book makes me wish I was starting over. Aside form the Bible, I place Fred Smith's writing as the most practical book of wisdom and humor. Helping after helping of common sense, wise and thought-provoking pearls that inspire and convict you to be more so you can do more. I predict Leading With Integrity will become a permanent part of your life. Smithisms will become part of your vocabulary, and more of this book will be underlined.