Servant Leadership for Church RenewalShepherds by the Living Springs by David S. Young |
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"This is a highly recommended read for any pastor seeking to bring renewal to the church through self-renewal and a commitment to a kind of godly leadership that is so needed in the church today."
--Scott Rodin, President, Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary
"Drawing on his experience as a pastor and teacher of pastors, Young offers his own thorough, practical, and biblically based perspective on the meaning, implications, and importance of servant leadership. A useful resource for seminary students, pastors, and lay leaders."
--Richard Stoll Armstrong, Ashenfelter Professor of Ministry and Evangelism Emeritus, Princeton Theological Seminary
David S. Young shows a biblical style of servant leadership and how it can be applied in concrete situations. He sees the spiritual dimension as key to renewal in the church. Servant leaders are attuned to God’s movement and listen for God’s direction to help a congregation find a plan for using the strengths of their church.
Servant leaders formulate a renewal plan and implement it through prayer, teamwork, and resources. They learn to handle hardship. They are involved in faith formation. They serve by the transforming springs of God and call others to renewal and service.
"Young’s book will be a strong stimulus to pastors and congregational leaders in many settings. It balances content and programming in a flexible and sensitive way. I recommend this book on servant leadership."
--George R. Brunk III, Dean, Eastern Mennonite Seminary
About the Author
David S. Young has a Doctor of Ministry degree in church renewal, teaches courses in several seminaries, and consults for congregational renewal. He is a servant pastor in the Church of the Brethren.