Leading When God is Moving - Softcover

Schmidt, Wayne

9780898271669: Leading When God is Moving

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0898271665 ISBN 13: 9780898271669

Publisher: Wesleyan Pub House, 1997

Starting from the idea that "management can't be spiritualized and spiritual matters can't be managed," Wayne Schmidt looks to Joshua in the Old Testament for an example of the leadership needed in the church today. The book of Joshua, thought by many to be just a history of battles, is more of a journal of Joshua's experiences as he managed overwhelming change while responding to God's guidance.

Each chapter of Leading When God Is Moving begins with a contrast between the commitments which help build momentum and those which hinder it. The issues that arise out of these contrasts, such as loss of identity, community changes and breaking through growth barriers, are then developed. The author concludes with questions that cause personal reflection and an inventory list for spiritual leaders that will help them identify how they need to manage the change that confronts their churches.

Other topics dealt with include spiritual myths like "Leadership is easy in a church that's experiencing a movement of God"; having courage in the face of opposition; building a group of supporting leaders; and setting priorities.

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From the Back Cover:

Momentum...it's a sacred trust. Spiritual leaders have the responsibility to sense where God is leading and to mobilize His people to follow. Discover the leadership practices which fuel momentum-and frustrate it.

Momentum...it's God's work. Spiritual leaders can neither create a movement of God's Spirit nor control it. But a leader should build an atmosphere charged with a desire for spiritual momentum. Find out how leaders serve as human catalysts for what God has decided to do.

Momentum...it requires people and programs to implement change. Change is a relentless and constant companion. Change can be intimidating, but it can also create new openness in the hearts and minds of people which leads to new commitments. Be the change manager God is looking for as He responds to the courageous commitments of His people.

Wayne Schmidt's Leading When God Is Moving identifies spiritual principles for change management from the Old Testament book of Joshua. Follow in Joshua's footsteps and learn how he anticipates and responds to change by relying on God's guidance. Fueled by spiritual momentum in an atmosphere charged with commitment, discover God's expectations for effective spiritual leadership.

About the Author:

Wayne Schmidt has served as pastor at Kentwood Community Wesleyan Church since its inception in 1979. From a small care group it has grown into a vibrant congregation averaging 2.000 in weekend worship services.

As senior pastor, Wayne Schmidt has led the church in its vision for leadership in both local and worldwide ministry. Kentwood Community Wesleyan Church is instrumental in leading over 100 adults to Christ each year and has been responsible for planting three daughter congregations. Its vision for world outreach through a strong missions program is increasing and is a significant portion of the annual budget.

Wayne graduated summa cum laude from Indiana Wesleyan University in 1979 and, after completing a master's degree, earned a doctor of ministry degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in 1994.

He is the author of Soul Management (Zondervan Publishing House) and co-author of Accountability: Becoming People of Integrity (Wesleyan Publishing House).

Wayne and his wife Jan have been married since 1978 and greatly enjoy parenting their children, Chris, Jordan and Elise.

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