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Leadership Essentials for Christian Ministries (A Practical Guide for Those Called to Serve)
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Product Details
Author:
Michael J. Anthony, James Riley Estep Jr., Kevin M. Gushiken
Format:
Paperback
Publisher:
Baker Publishing Group (July 14, 2026)
Imprint:
Baker Academic
Release Date:
July 14, 2026
Language:
English
Audience:
College/higher education
ISBN-13:
9781540969309
ISBN-10:
1540969304
Weight:
16oz
Dimensions:
6" x 9"
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Baker
List Price:
$29.99
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60
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32
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Pages:
304
Overview
The Complete Leadership Textbook for Ministry--Biblical, Practical, and Proven
Leadership Essentials for Christian Ministries equips ministry leaders, seminary students, and church volunteers with the biblical foundations and practical skills needed to lead with confidence in congregational, nonprofit, and parachurch settings.
Three seasoned educators and ministry veterans draw on decades of combined experience to integrate Scripture, leadership theory, and real-world application in one authoritative textbook. From servant leadership and emotional intelligence to board governance and organizational culture, this book addresses the challenges ministry leaders face today. Readers will explore
● biblical and theological foundations of leadership: what Scripture says about calling, character, and the spiritually formed leader;
● proven leadership frameworks adapted for ministry: a survey of classical and contemporary theories through a distinctly Christian worldview;
● servant leadership, team dynamics, and change management: how to build collaborative teams, navigate organizational change, and lead with humility and purpose;
● practical skills for real ministry contexts: emotional intelligence, mentoring practices, and strategic direction for congregational and nonprofit environments; and
● how to lead boards and develop future leaders: leading boards with confidence and cultivating the next generation of Christian leaders.
Whether you're preparing for ministry in the classroom or navigating leadership challenges in the field, this comprehensive guide fills a critical gap in Christian leadership education. It combines biblical integrity, theological depth, and practical tools in a single resource designed for lasting impact. Each chapter includes pedagogical features for classroom use, supported by PowerPoint slides for instructors.
Leadership Essentials for Christian Ministries equips ministry leaders, seminary students, and church volunteers with the biblical foundations and practical skills needed to lead with confidence in congregational, nonprofit, and parachurch settings.
Three seasoned educators and ministry veterans draw on decades of combined experience to integrate Scripture, leadership theory, and real-world application in one authoritative textbook. From servant leadership and emotional intelligence to board governance and organizational culture, this book addresses the challenges ministry leaders face today. Readers will explore
● biblical and theological foundations of leadership: what Scripture says about calling, character, and the spiritually formed leader;
● proven leadership frameworks adapted for ministry: a survey of classical and contemporary theories through a distinctly Christian worldview;
● servant leadership, team dynamics, and change management: how to build collaborative teams, navigate organizational change, and lead with humility and purpose;
● practical skills for real ministry contexts: emotional intelligence, mentoring practices, and strategic direction for congregational and nonprofit environments; and
● how to lead boards and develop future leaders: leading boards with confidence and cultivating the next generation of Christian leaders.
Whether you're preparing for ministry in the classroom or navigating leadership challenges in the field, this comprehensive guide fills a critical gap in Christian leadership education. It combines biblical integrity, theological depth, and practical tools in a single resource designed for lasting impact. Each chapter includes pedagogical features for classroom use, supported by PowerPoint slides for instructors.
