Jesus on Leadership: Timeless Wisdom on Servant Leadership
Discover the essence of transformative leadership by studying how Jesus led. Gene Wilkes, a popular conference speaker, describes how Jesus led. He identifies seven practical principles for today’s leaders, to assist them with everything from humbling their hearts to building a team for Christ.
Top Highlights
“A servant leader—
serves the mission and
leads by serving those on mission with him.” (source)
“Jesus came to show what life in the kingdom of God looked like, not to modify how the world did things. The ways of God work in the hallways of humanity only when Jesus reigns in people’s hearts. Any follower of Christ who seeks to lead as Jesus led must be willing to be treated like Jesus. Some will follow. Others will throw stones.” (source)
“The true test of a servant is if I act like one when I am treated like one.’ He had teased before that we all like to be referred to as servants of God until we are treated like servants. The reality is that if you seek to find greatness in service to your peers, you can count on being treated like a servant.” (source)
“The test of whether or not you have accepted Jesus’ teaching about greatness is how you react when others treat you like a servant.” (source)
“The goal of a disciple is to please the Teacher, not climb to the top of the heap. Those who follow Jesus willingly humble themselves because their Teacher was humble. Jesus seldom described himself personally. On one occasion, however, he described himself as ‘gentle and humble in heart’ (Matt. 11:29). Jesus also said, ‘Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven’ (Matt. 18:4). Childlike humility is a requirement for service among God’s people. Competitive ambition does not fit the profile of a person who follows Jesus.” (source)
Jesus on Leadership—a must read! This book is most inspiring and practical. I’m pleased to recommend it.
Read at your own risk. Gene Wilkes may change your whole view of leadership. This refreshing book deserves top priority on your reading list. I predict it will be around for a long time.
What Gene Wilkes says is right on target at delivering a corrective for so much of what we see masquerading as Christian leadership. Don’t read this book if you are unwilling to be challenged—or even changed.
Gene Wilkes’s description of leadership according to Jesus has captured the heart and passion of the mission-driven leader.
I have known Gene Wilkes since he was eighteen. He has lived his life as a servant leader. This has been his passion. The insights I have received from reading this book will forever change the way I do my job and live my life.
Although the truth is often hard to swallow, Gene’s recipe for servant leadership is both delicious and nutritious. It’s a feast fit for a king, coach, pastor, or parent. Enjoy!
Product Details
- Title : Jesus on Leadership: Timeless Wisdom on Servant Leadership
- Authors:
- Wilkes, Gene
- Miller, Calvin
- Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
- Publication Date: 2011
- ISBN: 9781414328072