Pastoral leadership is in crisis. It's not just that many pastors feel overwhelmed and stressed out; many have lost their way. With the risk of burnout at an all-time high, what pastors need is not just a new leadership strategy, but a new framework for ministry—one that will help them move from survival to flourishing.
In these pages, Tom Nelson looks to the biblical image of the shepherd leader in response to the contemporary context. If pastors are to lead congregations, then they must first learn what it means to be led by the Good Shepherd. Pulling from his years of experience as a lead pastor and president of a nonprofit, Nelson offers pastors and ministry leaders a timely vision for leadership that incorporates in-depth biblical teaching and whole-life discipleship. His wisdom and insight provide a roadmap for ministry resilience and longevity.
248 pages.
Introduction
Part One: The Shepherd
1. A Calling in Crisis
2. Finding Our Way Home
3. The Lord Is My Shepherd
Part Two: Integrity of Heart
4. The Integral Life
5. Apprenticeship with Jesus
6. Pursuing Wholeness
Part Three: Skillful Hands
7. A Faithful Presence
8. Cultivating a Flourishing Culture
9. Connecting Sunday to Monday
10. A New Scorecard
11. Finishing Well
Acknowledgments
Discussion Guide
Notes
Scripture Index
