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Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry
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Description
Ruth Haley Barton invites readers to explore what happens when spiritual leaders lose track of their souls. Weaving together contemporary illustrations with insight from the life of Moses, the book Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership explores a variety of topics.
Features
Chapters on:
-responding to the dynamics of calling
-facing the loneliness of leadership
-leading from your authentic self
-cultivating spiritual community
-reenvisioning the promised land
-discerning God's will together
Each chapter includes instructions on a spiritual practice. This edition includes "How Is It with Your Soul?" an assessment for leaders that identifies potential warning signs of burnout. The book also features a six- or twelve-week guided experience for groups.
Recommended Audience
clergy, pastors, preachers
Cost
Purchase as book, e-book or audio book
Practical Applications
- Try out the different spiritual practices taught in each chapter of this book.
- Read this book with a small group or class, utilizing the six or twelve week guide included with the book.