Understanding Leadership [Paperback]

Tom Marshall (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0801064570 | ISBN-13: 978-0801064579

What does it mean to be a leader?

Tom Marshall opens up fresh perspectives on the essence of leadership. He describes how and why it is distinct from management, administration, or ministry and provides readers with the tools necessary to implement successful, long-term leadership.

Christian leaders will find clear guidance on topics such as foresight, trust, criticism, caring, status, timing, failure, honor, and the dangers of power. Understanding Leadership identifies the critical capacities and characteristics of a leader.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

"I highly commend this book and urge every spiritual leader to study it carefully." --Floyd McClung, Jr., director, All Nations Institute, Colorado

"Tom Marshall specializes in the uncanny knack of going to the root of leadership problems and then lovingly but scripturally applying sensible, godly remedies." --Gerald Coates, Leader Pioneer Team

What does it mean to be a leader?
Based on years of proven experience and scholarly insight, Tom Marshall gives fresh perspectives on the essence of New Testament leadership. He describes how and why it is distinct from management, administration, or ministry and offers clear guidance on topics such as:

* foresight
* trust
* criticism
* caring
* status
* timing
* failure
* honor

Understanding Leadership also emphasizes lifestyle and attitude, helping you foster interdependence while maintaining identity and integrity within your church, business, or community.

Tom Marshall, now deceased, founded Kapiti Christian Center in New Zealand, established Servant Industries Trust, and was founding editor of Today's Christian. He traveled extensively and taught at Bible colleges, conferences, public and business seminars, and Youth with a Mission schools. Marshall's books include Healing from the Inside Out and Living in the Freedom of the Spirit.

About the Author

Tom Marshall, now deceased, founded Kapiti Christian Center in New Zealand, established Servant Industries Trust, and was founding editor of Today's Christian. He traveled extensively and taught at Bible colleges, conferences, public and business seminars, and Youth with a Mission schools. Marshall's books include Healing from the Inside Out and Living in the Freedom of the Spirit.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Baker Books (May 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801064570
• ISBN-13: 978-0801064579
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #305,813 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, Comprehensive Book on Christian Leadership, February 16, 2003

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David R. Bess (Charleston, WV) - See all my reviews
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This book is one of the best titles I have read that applies specifically to Christian leaders. There are many works available that address leadership in general, but ones that give a uniquely Christian perspective are harder to find. Marshall has an excellent work here, and I recommend it highly to all Christian leaders. I especially recommend it to young pastors who are preparing for a life of service as a pastor.

Everything rises and falls on good Christian leadership. In twenty years of pastoral ministry, I have seen many of Marshall's principles verified through my own mistakes and shortcomings. This book will be a great help in avoiding many of the pitfalls that plague Christian leaders.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading, September 5, 2001

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christian sager (Wiesendangen Switzerland) - See all my reviews

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This book gives a clear and easy to understand view, as to what christian leadership really is. Its systematic and practical. I found it the best book for this topic so far.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Life Saver, January 30, 2011

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Don Boudreau "road dog" (Sidney, ME) - See all my reviews
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After many heart-wrenching experiences in ministry throughout the years and observing the spiritual abuse of power others wielded, this book has proven to be a life saver. It is a must read for any Christian and especially anyone that serves in any capacity of leadership. The Servant Leadership principles are fantastic as well as understanding the danger of power and how easily it can corrupt even the best intentions.

While this is primarily a Christian leadership book the reality is that "truth" is "truth" and anyone can glean a wealth of it from this book and good principles that apply to everyone. Buy it! You won't be dissappointed.