Exemplary Spiritual Leadership: Facing the Challenges, Escaping the Dangers (Ministry and Mission) (Ministry Mission)
Jerry Wragg is uniquely qualified to write a book titled Exemplary Spiritual Leadership. He is both a capable teacher and a natural leader, committed to Jesus' pattern of humility and self-sacrifice as the only viable model of church leadership. This book is a refreshing, readable study of what it means to be a godly leader. Since practically all Christians have a calling to leadership at one level or another (Hebrews 5:12), every Christian will find this book a profitable study and an encouraging, practical resource--one you will return to again and again. --John MacArthur, Pastor-Teacher, Grace Community Church, Sun Valley, CaliforniaThis practical gem's facets reflect a kaleidoscope of biblical patterns for spiritual leadership. However, two of them are especially conspicuous: personal example and public exposition. These characteristics are biblically in accord with the same areas of responsibility and accountability laid upon Timothy and Titus (e.g., 1 Tim. 4:12 16) by Paul. And, of course, Paul himself exemplified them (e.g., Acts 20:17 38), since he followed the Model of the Master. Wragg also makes it clear theologically that spiritual influence is God-given, thereby challenging the would-be leader with the need for lifelong prayer for and pursuit of humility. This circumscribing attribute is the atmosphere in which all the other characteristics of biblical leadership breathe and grow. Since the essentiality of humility is woven into all the pages of Exemplary Spiritual Leadership, as you read be prepared to be challenged by the implications of Jesus's words to his disciples who were vying for superior positions of leadership: "If anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all" (Mark 9:35). If your desire is to be a spiritual leader as defined by Scripture you cannot afford not to read this doctrinally accurate and exceedingly practical volume. --George J. Zemek, Th.D., Academic Dean, The Expositors Seminary, USALeadership is more easily discussed and described than exemplified and developed. Exemplary Spiritual Leadership is the connective tissue between theory and practice. This book integrates character and skill, formality and informality, and deliberate and consequential dimensions of leadership. Drawing from careful exegesis and rich pastoral experience, Jerry Wragg has produced a one-volume curriculum for any leader in Christ s church. This book not only aids in understanding spiritual leadership, it is also a sure guide for becoming a more effective servant for the Savior. --Dr. Rick Holland, Senior associate pastor at Grace Community Church, Sun Valley, Pastor of College Ministry, and Director of the doctor of ministries program and a faculty associate in homiletics at The Master's Seminary, USA