J. Oswald Sanders, Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer. Moody Publishers, 2007.
Referenced in: Biblical and Spiritual Foundations of Leadership
LifeandLeadership.com Summary
This book was first printed in 1967, and is now in its third revision. It is still recognized as the classic text on the subject of biblical leadership. The 2007 version uses updated language and includes a study guide at the end. A few of his pieces have not been seriously improved upon since, such as his distinctions between natural leadership and spiritual leadership, his list of over thirty questions as to whether one is fit or unfit for leadership, and his exposition of Paul’s and Peter’s New Testament teachings on leadership qualities. He discusses leadership disciplines such as prayer, time management, self-care, reading, and growth. He lays out the costs, responsibilities, and tests of leading. He describes the principles of leadership succession such as delegating, replacing, and reproducing. Each of these principles is illustrated through biblical characters such as Moses, Nehemiah, Paul, and David, and through recognized Christian leaders of the past such as A. W. Tozer, Martin Luther, John Wesley, and C. H. Spurgeon.
From the Publisher
Jesus’ first call to those who would become His followers was a call to discipleship. Most Christians desire a life that brings glory and honor to God, yet few fully understand the sacrifice Christ asks of His disciples. In this revised edition of Spiritual Discipleship, J. Oswald Sanders details the scriptural components of following Christ, stressing the need for putting others before oneself, and recognizing Christ’s lordship as we deal with our ambitions and goals. Spiritual Discipleship is a must for any Christian who seeks a better understanding of servanthood. Containing study questions at the end of the text, it provides a probing insight into the biblical requirements for a disciple in the Lord’s service.
About the Author
The late J. Oswald Sanders was a consulting director of Overseas Missionary Fellowship and carried out an international preaching ministry. He was awarded the Order of the British Empire for Christian service and theological writing. His many books include The Incomparable Christ, Satan Is No Myth, and Enjoying Intimacy with God.
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