Leadership by the Book: Cultivating Spirit-Led Kingdom Leaders

Description: In Leadership by the Book, Galen Jones pushes the reader to reconsider what kingdom leadership is. Instead of grounding leadership in self-help principles, Jones demonstrates that Christ is the one who enables and empowers leaders by his Spirit.

Review Quotes: "Leadership by the Book is both practical and prophetic in a time where true biblical leadership is waning. The way Dr. Jones underscores all the leadership concepts with scriptural reference is the type of guide all leaders need. I am convinced that in order to produce better leaders we have to start by 'the book.' This piece gives us the framework to do the work of leadership development."
--Kenneth Chapman Jr, executive pastor, Life-Changing Faith Christian Fellowship, Frisco, TX

"We live in a milieu devoid of Christian leadership as demonstrated in Scripture. Dr. Jones calls Christian leaders to rethink the biblical understanding of kingdom leadership. This work offers a comprehensive definition of kingdom leadership from a biblical, theological, and exegetical framework. Dr. Jones reminds us that Christian leadership is more about being with Jesus than doing for Jesus."
--David Gambo, Reverend A. E. and Dora Johnson Hughes Chair of Christian Ministry and assistant professor of Christian ministry, Oklahoma Baptist University

"Building on Jesus Christ as the risen king, Jones guides readers from the Old Testament to the New Testament about developing leaders scripturally through a holistic approach. Kingdom leaders are chosen, appointed, and authorized through Jesus Christ. This book should be required reading for any emerging leader who desires to influence their followers in a biblical, effective manner."
--Daryl D. Green, Dickinson Chair of Business at Dickinson College of Business, Oklahoma Baptist University and author of Impending Danger: The Federal Handbook for Rethinking Leadership in the 21st Century

"Dr. Jones provides us with scholarly and practical frameworks on cultivating kingdom leaders. This book is outstanding for those who are on missions and will enormously help Christian leaders in any cultural setting. I will be using it to cultivate local Christian leaders in Asia."
--James Kang-McCann, founder and director of Amerasian Christian Academy and senior pastor at Global Vision Chapel

"If you're in search for a helpful guide on Christian leadership, you must read Galen Jones's Leadership by the Book. Jones grounds the concept of leadership in Scripture and from here, he develops some essential qualities and characteristics worthy of attention and emulation. Whether you're a pastor or business owner, this book offers helpful insights and practical guidance for you."
--Scott Pace, vice president for undergraduate studies and associate professor of preaching and pastoral ministry, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, dean of The College at Southeastern

"With vivid imagery, clear biblical exposition, and inviting prose, Dr. Galen Jones offers a work pregnant with leadership principles awaiting delivery by God-chosen leaders. Dr. Jones serves as a delivery coach who, in Leadership by the Book, carves from the Bible truths applicable to the daily lives of leaders who lead others to Christ. This practical yet scholarly work guides leaders from wishful thinking about effective leadership to purposeful possession of invaluable leadership skills."

--Robert Smith Jr, Charles T. Carter Baptist Chair of Divinity, Beeson Divinity School