Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ--not the marketplace--at the center of their mission? In this important resource, church consultant and pastor Mike Bonem explores the myriad issues involved in bringing marketplace leadership practices into Christian organizations.

Drawing on both biblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions that shape an organization's future and its effectiveness. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with more than forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and international ministries. Bonem leverages his background as an MBA-trained manager and an experienced church leader to bridge the gap between the analytical and structured world of business and the faith-driven approach that is essential for healthy churches. Covering everything from planning, finance, personnel management, and measurement to deeper, foundational concerns related to self-leadership, team dynamics, culture, and organizational change, the book helps readers discern how to adapt business-related principles in their spiritual organizations. While Bonem presents an array of corporate concepts, his thinking is rooted in the belief that leadership is shaped by Scripture and should never violate its teachings.

Throughout In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership, Mike Bonem reveals how senior pastors, executive pastors, key laypeople, and leaders of other Christian entities can discern the value of business practices and allow time and space for God to speak to their hearts. In doing so, he points to the "AND" that every spiritual organization should strive to achieve.

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About the Jossey-Bass Leadership Network Series ix

Preface xi

1 Is Great the Enemy of Godly? 1

2 Where Should You Begin? 20

Part One: Tools for Great and Godly Leadership 33

3 Is God in Your Plans? 37

4 Are Your Plans Fruitful? 59

5 Who Is on the Bus? 74

6 Do You Measure What Matters? 97

7 How Will You Finance the Dream? 117

8 Are "All Systems Go"? 135

Part Two: Beyond the Tools 147

9 Is Everyone on the Same Page? 149

10 Why Is Culture Important? 168

11 Are You Prepared to Change? 184

12 Are You Guarding Your Heart? 205

Appendix A: The People Behind the Stories 221

Appendix B: Practical Tips for Managing People 231

Appendix C: Practical Ideas for Measurement 235

Notes 241

Annotated Bibliography 249

Acknowledgments 253

The Author 257

Index 259

The Author

MIKE BONEM is an experienced church consultant and speaker. He has served on the pastoral staff of a congregation for over ten years, and previously spent nearly twenty years in the marketplace as a business executive and consultant. He has an MBA from Harvard Business School and is the co-author of Leading from the Second Chair and Leading Congregational Change. He is a trusted advisor and valued resource to the leaders of congregations, denominations, and Christian organizations. www.mikebonem.com