The Making of a Leader

by Frank Damazio

Frank Damazio lays out for the serious student a broad and deep discussion of what it means to be responsible for a group of “followers.” This perennial best-seller presents a scriptural analysis of the philosophy, history, qualifications, preparation, and practice of Christian leadership. Charts, diagrams and illustrations enhance this well-tested and taught study on Christian leadership.

Chapter 1: The Nature of Leadership
Chapter 2: Church Background and Conflicts
Chapter 3: The Call of Leadership
Chapter 4: Man's Response to the Call of God
Chapter 5: The Heart Qualifications of Leadership
Chapter 6: The Leader and the Heart of a Shepherd
Chapter 7: Character Qualifications of Leadership
Chapter 8: A Leader's Preparation
Chapter 9: The Lifetime Preparation of Joshua and Samuel
Chapter 10: Preparation Elisha, David and Timothy
Chapter 11: The Tests of Ministry Preparation
Chapter 12: The Test of Promotion
Chapter 13: The Law of Reproduction in Leadership
Chapter 14: Warfare Ministries of the Leader
Chapter 15: Restoration Ministries of the Leader
Chapter 16: Growth Ministries of the Leader
Chapter 17: The Function of Leadership
Chapter 18: Team Ministry
Chapter 19: The Anointing of the Holy Spirit
Chapter 20: Christ, the Anointed Leader
Chapter 21: New Testament Warnings
Chapter 22: Discipline and Restoration of Church Leaders and Members

Genres: Leadership, Nonfiction

560 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1988

Reviews

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thorough and exhaustive read/text on the Biblical expectations (and examples) of a leader today. A profound measuring rod packed with Scripture, this really made me see where growth was needed personally.

[Kathy Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Making of a Leader is a thorough and scripturally-based study on Christian leadership. It covers the full range of leadership aspects, including governmental leadership and what leadership means for every Christian.

This is not a one-and-done kind of read, but rather a text that merits repeated study and reflection. It is literally *filled* with scriptural references, forming endless springboards for even further study and research. It has a slight Pentecostal leaning, yet is a suitable guide for Christians of any denomination.

Note that the Kindle version needs a great deal of editing, as it is rife with typographical errors, misspellings, and poor formatting. Much of this was likely introduced in an OCR process without subsequent or adequate proofreading. The content, however, stands up for itself in spite of this.

I recommend this book.

[Brandon Mcgee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hear it is awesome book

[Barbara Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

In my opinion one of the best book on the qualities of a true leader. Whenever I teach in leadership it is from this book.

[Sara Reid · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was required reading material for Bible college but was probably one of the most fascinating books I’ve read on leadership. He broke it down in a way that was easy to digest and apply to real life scenarios.

[Doreen Dawkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thorough discussion of leadership from a biblical perspective. The self evaluation character questions are an excellent tool for leadership development.

[Emock · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read for a project. Helpful tool and resource.

[Gabriel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely recommend this book to every leader out there. In his usual style, Frank Damazio is comprehensive in his treatment of what it takes to be a godly leader.

If you seek to build leaders in the church, make this book a prerequisite. I read this book about seven years ago, and it's still a book I reference often. Now it's available in Kindle format, thank God!

[Liela Fuller · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book on leadership. If you are looking to become a Godly-leader you need this book. The author makes you take an introspective look at yourself using the Word of God. When you are done with this book, you will be changed forever.

[Aronkai · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good reference book. If you want to get a good overview what the Bible talks about leadership, this is a good choice.

[Breakthru International · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an insightful read when I read it. At the time it covered areas that I was trying to get my head around.

[Lauriellen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great exposition. I would love to take a week or two on each subject and really think about what Frank has said. This is a very detailed description about leadership.

[Scott Ethridge · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The" manual on true spiritual leadership. Not another management book but a true Biblical model of leadership. Intense, exhaustive, thorough; not a single read but a reference...

[Violet Chitepo]

I want to read it.

[mary hinton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous

Words cannot express what this book can do for ur life .Just read it and you will be forever BLESSED

[Loveth · Rating 5 out of 5]

i really love to read this book

[David Schiff]

Excellent book on biblical guidelines to becoming a leader in church or life by focusing on building character.