Lead Like Jesus for Churches
A Modern Day Parable for the Church
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2016
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Publisher's Description
A moving story, told in Ken Blanchard's appealing parable style, of how a local church can rise above mediocrity to become a beacon of love in their community. In this newly revised version, Lead like Jesus for Churches (formerly The Most Loving Place in Town) is the story of two men; a disillusioned church elder and a gifted young pastor, who recognize that their church has lost sight of its number one priority: loving God and each other. They begin a search—independently at first—to recapture their lost love and then together lead their fellowship in a successful discovery of the secret to becoming a beacon of love in their community. By the end of the story you clearly see why this secret—so simple yet so profound—is vital and how to apply it to the life of your church.
Endorsements (9)
“This is a great story. Jesus placed all His bets on the mastering of love by His people. Read it—and get to work!”
“With all the busyness and stress in our world today, this simple yet profoundly powerful story is a beacon of hope not only for church life but also for all of our lives. It’s a call to remember that God is love, and we’re called by Him to model that in every way that we live our lives, especially in His church. With leadership founded on Biblical love—not judgment, self-interest, or a plethora of programs—churches can begin to draw people back into the fold. This heartfelt book is the godly how-to handbook to do just that!”
“This is a must-read for everyone who claims to be a Christian. The book furnishes thought-provoking study questions that all church board members should use as a guide to examine themselves and the churches they are leading. Thank you, Ken and Phil, for reminding us of God’s charge for our lives and the power of prayer.”
“Ken and Phil have done it again! They keep hitting the center cut of the target! You’ll want to pick up this new book and will not be able to put it down. God has truly blessed them with incredible gifts. You’ll be blessed!”
“[Lead Like Jesus for Churches] touches the very sorest place in the human heart: our deep longing for a community of true kindness and grace. Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges have written a moving and biblically sure-footed parable that will guide you and your congregation back to ‘your first love.’ Read this book, shed tears of repentance and joy, and make yourself available to the work God wants to do to renew love and caring in your local church.”
“[Lead Like Jesus for Churches] reminds us that even though the busyness of Christ-centered communities is necessary, it is not primary. The business of those vibrant, living communities is love. We are reminded that choosing any action or activity over a loving relationship is a bad decision. With great insights and anecdotes, the authors remind us of three important truths: The best use of life is love. The best expression of love is time. And the best time to love is now.”
“It takes a couple of real servants to write a book about servant leadership and its number one ingredient: love. Ken and Phil do a great job of modeling the leadership style of Jesus. This book is a keeper on how it is done.”
“All of us earnestly desire to be in a loving church. However, many churches are not the most loving loving places in town. In this parable, Ken and Phil have shown us how to start the journey under the guidance of the Holy Spirit to transform our own church into the most loving place in town.”
“This book takes us back to basics: love God, and love one another. The parable brings to life the simple yet profound truths that Jesus taught through His deeds and words. Churches that embrace the message of this book can become the most loving places in town.”
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