In the kingdom of jesus, the leader is the one who serves, and the servant is the one who leads. Your leadership skills will only take you as far as your character will allow. So, when i happened upon the book, the leadership style of jesus, i picked it up to gauge my adherence to the practice and to learn something. Introduction throughout the discipleship process where the christian is actively transformed into the image of jesus christ, we interact with sacred scriptures, church tradition, and wise mentors. Sep 20, 2016 jesus leadership is still impacting culture today. Ravi zacharias, worlds foremost christian apologist, in his book. The leadership style of jesus sermon by joey johnson, mark. Michael youssef will provide the reader with vital leadership principles as demonstrated by the greatest leader of all time jesus himself. Gene wilkes, a popular conference speaker, describes how jesus led. Michael youssefs book, the leadership style of jesus. Jesus christ the project leader communion with god. The lessons of his leadership style are practical, learnable skills that you too can. In his article, lukens says that if leaders let go of control, performance and.
Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. And the model of this management style of jesus himself. Because approval creates dependence, it becomes something. Christ s leadership style was characterized by compassion, love and servanthood.
Good book about christ modeling servanthood for us the thesis of this challenging book is that the jesus style is a servant leadership by example lifestyle. Jan 20, 2016 lead 4 powerful leadership lessons from jesus leaders who stand the test of time have something we can learn to elevate our leadership. This chapter takes a close look at the prayer, our father, in an effort to absorb the meaning each word in. God the father openly confirmed his son as the anointed messiah. Christs death in a leadership context robert k greenleaf is the man who in 1970 coined the phrase zservant leadership in his book the servant as leader. The lessons of his leadership style are practical, learnable skills that anyone can apply today. But they kept silent, for on the road they had disputed among themselves who would be the greatest. The father the first proof jesus offers to confirm his leadership role is the witness of god the father. While jesus on leadership is a practical tool kit, wilkess unusual writing gifts make it stirring devotional reading as well. Michael youssef, author of the leadership style of jesus. He identifies seven practical principles for todays leaders, to assist them with everything from humbling their hearts to building a team for christ. More than this, because of our new nature, as christian leaders we should find ourselves readily drawn to the christcentred servant leadership model.
This is something to read, reflect upon, and reread because its information is extremely valuable. By following the pattern of jesus ministry of training people to do kingdom work, jesus on leadership helps develop church members into servant leaders. This isnt about joining anyones religious clubits about being real with yourself and with the others in your group. It is clear that the way jesus led his disciples was a plan for the future of his church. Feb 28, 2014 jesus contrasts the worldcentered methods of the apostles with his leadership in matthew 20. The gospel of mark begins by telling the reader about nine characteristics of jesus as a leader when you read the first chapter of mark, there are some distinctive traits of christ that every team leader can learn the biblical truths of his teachings and the pattern of his leadership style are valuable to any leader. The kingdom of darkness leadership is a top down authority structure in which the leaders exercise authority over those under. Chapter 21 in the book of john provides a snapshot of jesus interacting with a few of his disciples, which provides insight into his leadership style and tactics. Here is a book that reveals how jesus led and what better leadership style could anyone desire.
He lived in ancient israel in the first century and was crucified on the cross under the rule of pontius pilate. His ideas have influenced an entire generation of management experts and institutional leaders. We should make it a practice to study his leadership style. Jesus christ has been the inspiration for a whole approach. Leadership is influence, and no leader has had greater influence on the world than jesus christ.
The theme often stated, implicitly if not explicitly, is that this itinerant galilean living 2000 years ago models leadership ideally suited for the modern day ceo or clevel executive. Christs leadership style was characterized by compassion, love and servanthood. Here are four timeless lessons from jesus that are relevant for great leaders today. A must for all churches and followers of jesusits a revelation of what christianity forgotthe servant nature of christ and what it looks like. There are many more interesting findings in this book, and id encourage you to read further. Discover vital leadership principles from the greatest leader of all time. He identifies seven practical principles for todays leaders, to assist them with everything from humbling their hearts to building a.
It is the leadership style of our role model, jesus christ, and as we see throughout the bible, serving god inherently includes serving others in line with his good plans and purposes. Jan 26, 2016 unlike jesus, many of todays leaders have become approval addicts. Jun 01, 1986 so, when i happened upon the book, the leadership style of jesus, i picked it up to gauge my adherence to the practice and to learn something. Jesus calls the people of his time, and us, to remember certain essential truths. The biblical truths of his teachings and the pattern of his leadership style are valuable to any leader. Jesus on leadership becoming a servant leader whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all.
Apr 02, 2014 jesus calls the people of his time, and us, to remember certain essential truths. Jesus demonstrated true servant leadership in his kingdom that was in stark difference to the leadership of the kingdom of darkness and the current form of leadership exercised in the jewish religious system of his day. In the churchs calendar, christ the king is the parallel of the super bowl. Consider how jesus sent the disciples out on their own. For the purposes of our time together, im focusing on the characteristics of the successful leader, and correlating that with jesus leadership style. Portions of this post were even included in my book the 10 indispensable practices of the 2minute leader. Jan 01, 1983 good book about christ modeling servanthood for us the thesis of this challenging book is that the jesus style is a servant leadership by example lifestyle. No matter what leadership arena a person serves inwhether leading a family, a church, a civic organization, a companyadopting the leadership example of jesus will make that person more effective and productive.
Can man live without god, surmised the incomparability of christ when he wrote, jesus stands incomparable amongst the worlds greatest religious, philosophical and moral leaders. He did not teach techniques, but grew character a character centered on a christlike servant heart. This helpful book about the leadership style of jesus is divided into 5 main parts and 18 principles. The leadership styles of jesus christ and apostle paul will be discussed followed by the leadership qualities expected from the church as illustrated by the fivefold ministry found in pauls epistle to the ephesians chapter 4. Jesus gentleness, and thus the gentleness of a jesuslike leader, posits gangel, is emphasized again in matthew 5. Jesus released responsibility and ownership in a ministry. Together this is a very well organized book which will direct many persons in leadership roles.
Discover the essence of transformative leadership by studying how jesus led. In truth, i knew 90% of what was discussed but i did learn about some practical application of. Read the leadership style of jesus by michael youssef for free with a 30 day free trial. The leadership style of jesus is one that is unique to any other leadership style known to man.
This creates a very organized and accessible package for a leader looking to use this as a resource. Learn how jesus approach to leadership allowed him to overcome temptation and bring. Besides living these principles himself, gene wilkes has trained and mentored scores of leaders, jesusstyle. Jesus, the greatest servant leader lead like jesus. In my library, my most important books aside from the bible itself are mere christianity c. Michael youssef, who has executive experience in worldwide ministries, has examined the leadership jesus modeled and suggests christlike qualities every. This material flows from the heart and hands of an authentic servant leader. Jesus christ is one of the most influential spiritual leaders of all time. The effect of christ s death servants, working conditions of jesus christ, mission of servant, bond serving people humility of christ mission, of jesus christ sin, gods remedy for jesus as son of man ransom redemption. Timeless wisdom on servant leadershipa new way of living. He states in his paper that in sun tzus art of war peace is achieved. It is radically different to all natural cultures in all countries and all organisations. In truth, i knew 90% of what was discussed but i did learn about some practical application of the revolutionary leadership style of jesus.
Leading the way the leadership style of jesus 10 books. Leadership, jesusstyle character building for families. The books major strength is that youssef draws direct leadership applications from jesus life with scripture backing up just about every point. Look at how jesus confronts the problem with his disciples then he came to capernaum. Yngvi rafn yngvason reykjavik university, menntavegur 1, is101 reykjavik. The lessons of his leadership style are practical, learnable skills that you too can apply. The bible indicates he grew in wisdom, in stature and in favour with god and man. Interest and materials about servant leadership have grown in both secular and ministry contexts. The leadership style of jesus harvest house publishers. The leadership style of jesus 10 books no matter what leadership arena a person serves inwhether leading a family, a church, a civic organization, a companyadopting the leadership example of jesus will make that person more effective and productive. Aug 10, 2016 jesus christ, or jesus of nazareth, was a jewish preacher and the central figure in the religion of christianity. Letting it go leadership has been around since creation if we only paid attention, and jesus modeled it perfectly.
In this paper it is established that an analysis of african leadership styles reveals elements of christs. Michael youssef examines the leadership jesus modeled and uncovers christlike qualities every leader needs, such as courage, gentleness, and truthfulness. He has written 11 books, including jesus on leadership. He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to abraham might come to the gentiles through christ jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the spirit v. And when day came, he called his disciples to him and chose twelve of them, whom he also named as apostles. This essay will examine the theoretical concepts of leadership, showing their strengths and weaknesses. More needs to be written and modeled to provide servicefirst.
As he said,the son of man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Gene wilkes, is a 6session adult bible study that leads members of the body of christ to apply biblical principles of servant leadership to all areas of their ministries. But jesus did not have to make unverified claims of a revelation by night. For those who are christian and in any form of leadership, i recommend they read this book. Whether the venue is your church, a civic organization, a company, or your family, this book shows you that adopting jesus leadership example will transform your effectiveness.
Jesus christ is the greatest leader who ever lived. The leadership style of jesus devotional reading plan. Jesus on leadership joins many books about leadership in church and business. And when he was in the house he asked them, what was it you disputed among yourselves on the road. Jul 12, 2015 jesus christ is the greatest leader who ever lived. The reality check series makes just one assumption. Read the leadership style of jesus online by michael youssef. These interactions all point us to the person of jesus christ. Michael youssef, who has executive experience in worldwide ministries, has examined the leadership jesus modeled and suggests christlike qualities every leader needs.
You mentioned that jesus was the greatest leader the world has ever seen. His strategy in developing disciples was laid out in such a way to spread the gospel for all time. The leadership style of jesus this 10day plan from dr. Two other important findings that relate to our conversation. Jesus leadership style, because it is both the way of the kingdom of god matthew 18. The gospel of mark begins by telling the reader about nine characteristics of jesus as a leader. The leadership style of jesus sermon by joey johnson, mark 9. He modelled servanthood and challenged his disciples to follow that example to be like him. Simon, whom he also named peter, and andrew his brother. Haukur ingi jonasson, professor director of mpmprogram at ru. I feel so strongly about this statement i previously wrote a post entitled just 10 of the reasons why jesus is the greatest leader ever. In this paper it is established that an analysis of african leadership styles reveals elements of christ s.
The leadership style of jesus christ in the new testament and its relevance for africa 3 he cautioned them that whoever wants to be first must place himself last of all and be servant of all. Here are 12 leadership principles of jesus that inspire me. Lead 4 powerful leadership lessons from jesus leaders who stand the test of time have something we can learn to elevate our leadership. Since no one has all the answers, theres plenty of room for discussion. Over and over, jesus taught his disciples a new and paradoxical form of leadership. Leadership styles of jesus christ and paul religion essay. The leadership style that jesus taught and modelled was neither about command and control, nor status and power. Robin gill states in his book a textbook of christian ethics when discussing martin. And just as christ put others first in his ministry, we are to put others first in our own christ empowered ministries.
Then theres no question the most admired, respected, honored and remembered christian leader through the ages was our lord jesus christ. If i choose, rather, to be an accuser someone who tattles, points out others faults, speaks disparagingly of them i am aligning myself with satan, the accuser of the brethren revelation 12. They were not the religious elite, yet jesus used them to start his church. We are justified through what jesus, the servant of the lord, did on the cross for us by becoming a curse for us.
For even the son of man did not come to be served, but to serve. Because approval creates dependence, it becomes something we crave more and more, just like caffeine or sugar. It was at this time that he went off to the mountain to pray, and he spent the whole night in prayer to god. Jesus christ is in fact the greatest leader of all time. Unlike jesus, many of todays leaders have become approval addicts. Articles and books proliferate extolling the virtues of leadership exemplified in jesus of nazareth. Here are four timeless lessons from jesus that are relevant. Wilkes embraces the institutes mission to equip men and women called to serve christ in the diverse and global ministries of his church. By contrast, jesus of nazareth taught and modeled a leadership style based on morality, truthfulness, servanthood, humility, and meeting the needs of others. Learn how jesus approach to leadership allowed him to overcome temptation and bring glory to his father. When you read the first chapter of mark, there are some distinctive traits of christ that every team leader can learn. Jesus was willing to invest in people others would have dismissed. According to the gospels, he miraculously rose again on the third day and tasked his disciples to bring the good news of the gospel to the ends of the world.
I know men and i tell you that jesus christ is no mere man. Jesus contrasts the worldcentered methods of the apostles with his leadership in matthew 20. You also can grow in wisdom, stature and in favour with god and man, by applying the same principles of leadership that jesus applied to his life by following the principles outlined in this book. Leading the way leadership style of jesus book and study guide. Here are ten perspectives to help your leadership express a christlike servant heart.