High-achieving pastors know that “Leaders are Readers,” and books have the ability to expand your leadership and your ministry in unique ways. Before I went into ministry, I was not a big reader but I prayed for God to make me into one. I now read about five books every week.
Now I’m not suggesting you do the same but I do suggest making a commitment to growing as a leader by growing as a reader. And the list that I’ve compiled of my top 50 recommended leadership books is a great place to begin!
Over the next 10 weeks, I will share 5 books from the list. They are shown in no particular order — just pick one to start with and you’ll soon discover practical, effective ideas that you can start using to lead your own staff and your church.
#50: SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP: Moving People on to God’s Agenda by Henry Blackaby & Richard Blackaby
Next to their Experiencing God classic, Spiritual Leadership is one of Henry and Richard Blackaby’s most highly regarded and best-selling books to date, encouraging business and church leaders alike to follow God’s biblical design for success. In fact, the Barna Group reports that pastors list it among today’s most influential writings on the topic of how God develops, guides, and empowers spiritual leaders.
#49: DEVELOPING THE LEADER WITHIN YOU 2.0 by John C. Maxwell
In 1993, John C. Maxwell’s now-classic work revolutionized the way leaders are made. By examining the differences between leadership styles, Maxwell outlines principles for inspiring, motivating, and influencing others from any type of leadership position – including as a business executive, a church leader, a teacher, or even a parent.
#48: 50 PEOPLE EVERY CHRISTIAN SHOULD KNOW: Learning from Spiritual Giants of the Faith by Warren W. Wiersbe
Combining the stories of fifty faithful men and women, beloved author Warren W. Wiersbe offers today’s readers inspiration and encouragement in life’s uncertain journey.
#47: THE SEASONS OF LIFE by Jim Rohn
Jim Rohn illustrates the parallels between life and the changing seasons. Based on the parable of the sower and the reaper, the narrative follows the seasons as they change without fail and discusses what we can do to utilize each season to get the greatest rewards. What to do in one season to ensure success in another season.
#46: THE CORPORATE ATHLETE: How to Achieve Maximal Performance in Business and Life by Jack Groppel
Today’s corporate world is much like the world of professional sports-it is fiercely competitive and mentally and physically demanding, and it requires constant, vigilant training. More than ever, to maintain health, happiness, and career success, executives and employees must become Corporate Athletes. In this book, top business consultant, trainer, and lecturer Jack Groppel shows you how to use the training mentality of elite professional athletes.
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