{"product_id":"in-pursuit-of-great-and-godly-leadership-isbn-9780470947425","title":"In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership","description":"Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ—not the marketplace—at the center of their mission? Drawing on biblical material and business wisdom, \u003ci\u003eIn Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e explores the critical leadership decisions and practices that shape the success of Christian organizations. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and international ministries. Mike Bonem leverages his background as an MBA-trained manager and an experienced church leader to bridge the gap between the analytical and structured world of business and the faith-driven approach that is essential for healthy churches.  \u003cp\u003eWritten to offer practical solutions for senior pastors, executive pastors, key laypeople, and leaders of other Christian entities, \u003ci\u003eIn Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e clearly shows the ways that secular practices can be imported into their organizations. Bonem addresses a variety of topics such as planning, finances, personnel management, measurement, team dynamics, and organizational change. In doing so, he points to the AND that every spiritual organization should strive to achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e About the Jossey-Bass Leadership Network Series ix \u003cp\u003ePreface xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Is Great the Enemy of Godly? 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Where Should You Begin? 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One: Tools for Great and Godly Leadership 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Is God in Your Plans? 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Are Your Plans Fruitful? 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Who Is on the Bus? 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Do You Measure What Matters? 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 How Will You Finance the Dream? 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Are “All Systems Go”? 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two: Beyond the Tools 147\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Is Everyone on the Same Page? 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Why Is Culture Important? 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Are You Prepared to Change? 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Are You Guarding Your Heart? 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: The People Behind the Stories 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Practical Tips for Managing People 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Practical Ideas for Measurement 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnnotated Bibliography 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Author 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Author\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMIKE BONEM\u003c\/b\u003e is an experienced church consultant and speaker. He has served on the pastoral staff of a congregation for over ten years, and previously spent nearly twenty years in the marketplace as a business executive and consultant. He has an MBA from Harvard Business School and is the co-author of \u003ci\u003eLeading from the Second Chair\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLeading Congregational Change\u003c\/i\u003e. He is a trusted advisor and valued resource to the leaders of congregations, denominations, and Christian organizations. www.mikebonem.com\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIs it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ—not the marketplace—at the center of their mission? In this important resource, church consultant and pastor Mike Bonem explores the myriad issues involved in bringing marketplace leadership practices into Christian organizations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing on both biblical material and business wisdom, \u003ci\u003eIn Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e explores the critical leadership decisions that shape an organization’s future and its effectiveness. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with more than forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and international ministries. Bonem leverages his background as an MBA-trained manager and an experienced church leader to bridge the gap between the analytical and structured world of business and the faith-driven approach that is essential for healthy churches. Covering everything from planning, finance, personnel management, and measurement to deeper, foundational concerns related to self-leadership, team dynamics, culture, and organizational change, the book helps readers discern how to adapt business-related principles in their spiritual organizations. While Bonem presents an array of corporate concepts, his thinking is rooted in the belief that leadership is shaped by Scripture and should never violate its teachings. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThroughout \u003ci\u003eIn Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e, Mike Bonem reveals how senior pastors, executive pastors, key laypeople, and leaders of other Christian entities can discern the value of business practices and allow time and space for God to speak to their hearts. In doing so, he points to the “AND” that every spiritual organization should strive to achieve. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeadership Network\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeadership Network, a division of OneHundredX, seeks to accelerate the impact of 100X leaders. Since 1996, Leadership Network Publications has presented thoroughly researched and practical concepts from leading thinkers, practitioners, and pioneering churches. www.leadnet.org\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989410988261,"sku":"NP9780470947425","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470947425.jpg?v=1761784001","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/in-pursuit-of-great-and-godly-leadership-isbn-9780470947425","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}