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Resource Recap > The Heart of a Leader
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This week on I4J Live, guests Paul Tripp and Eric Mason discussed the true heart of leadership: what it is, what it isn’t, and what leaders need to refocus on.
Check out their whole conversation here, and enjoy these choice books recommended by our staff and guests. Please note that all titles and book descriptions are from Amazon – click each title to learn more.
Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry by Paul David Tripp
After traveling the world for many years and speaking in hundreds of churches of all kinds, Paul David Tripp is concerned about the state of pastoral culture. He’s concerned about not only the spiritual life of the pastor, but about the people who train him, call him, relate to him, and restore him if necessary. Dangerous Calling reveals that the culture surrounding our pastors is spiritually unhealthy—an environment that actively undermines the well-being and efficacy of our church leaders, and thus the entire church body. Here is a book that both diagnoses and offers cures for issues that impact every church member and leader, and gives solid strategies for fighting the war that rages not only in the most memorable moments of ministry, but also in the mundane day-to-day life of every pastor.
Manhood Restored: How the Gospel Makes Men Whole by Eric Mason
The earthly crisis within manhood will be there until Jesus returns, but in Christ men are pointed toward the gospel as the vision for renewal. Manhood Restored by exciting new pastoral voice Eric Mason combines theological depth with practical insights, putting men in step with a gospel-centered manhood that will enrich every facet of their lives.
A section on The Problems in Manhood analyzes the false icons that lead to cultural caricatures of men — the businessman, the thug, the playboy, the athlete, etc. Mason then makes a connection to the cross-cultural fatherhood crisis, looking at the things men do to fill the void when their relationship with dad or God is not there. Finally, The Redemption of Manhood sets Jesus as the true standard of biblical manhood, looking to his perfect example to redeem and restore a man’s life in the areas of sexuality, home, and work.
Leading on Empty: Refilling Your Tank and Renewing Your Passion by Wayne Cordeiro
Wayne Cordeiro found himself paralyzed by burnout. He had been in ministry for 30 years, and 10 years after founding what is now the largest church in Hawaii, he found himself depleted. Wayne took a season out of his growing ministry to recharge and refocus on the truly important. He was able to get back in touch with his life, get back in proper balance, and re-energize his spirit through Christ in a way that propelled him forward to greater levels of service. Wayne first gave this message at a recent Willow Creek Leadership Summit, where it was the highest-rated presentation by those in attendance. Pulling no punches, Wayne talks about the walls leaders must break through and how to move on with integrity. Included are ways to care for oneself physically and emotionally as well as spiritually.
MentoringLeaders.com is a growing storehouse of gems from Pastor Wayne Cordiero, his staff and friends. Each weekday, Mentoring Leaders brings fresh insight to equip and encourage leaders of all walks. Once a month, Pastor Wayne and a special guest join Mentoring Leaders Live, an audience-driven show geared specifically towards leaders.
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