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Lead Like Jesus Revisited: Lessons from the Greatest Leadership Role Model of All Time
"The more I read the Bible, the more evident it becomes that everything I have ever taught or written about effective leadership over the past 25 years, Jesus did to perfection. He is simply the greatest leadership role model of all time."
Effective leadership—whether on the job, in the community, at church, or in the home—starts on the inside. In this revised classic, renowned leadership expert Ken Blanchard guides you through the process of discovering how to lead like Jesus.
Before you can hope to lead anyone else, you must know who you are. Every leader must answer two critical questions. One deals with your relationship to Christ. The other with your life purpose.
Whose are you going to be?Who are you going to be?Learning to lead like Jesus can be described as the process of aligning two internal domains (the heart and the head) and two external domains (the hands and the habits). These four dimensions of leadership form the outline for this very practical and transformational book, from which you will learn how
Integrate your faith with your role and responsibility as a leaderIdentify your prioritiesBuild your relationship with God in a new and personal wayMove from success to significanceLead out of service rather than self-interestPut the love of Jesus into actionWith simple yet profound principles from the life of Jesus, and dozens of stories and leadership examples from his own life, Ken Blanchard once again shows us the way effective leaders lead.
Effective leadership—whether on the job, in the community, at church, or in the home—starts on the inside. In this revised classic, renowned leadership expert Ken Blanchard guides you through the process of discovering how to lead like Jesus.
Before you can hope to lead anyone else, you must know who you are. Every leader must answer two critical questions. One deals with your relationship to Christ. The other with your life purpose.
Whose are you going to be?Who are you going to be?Learning to lead like Jesus can be described as the process of aligning two internal domains (the heart and the head) and two external domains (the hands and the habits). These four dimensions of leadership form the outline for this very practical and transformational book, from which you will learn how
Integrate your faith with your role and responsibility as a leaderIdentify your prioritiesBuild your relationship with God in a new and personal wayMove from success to significanceLead out of service rather than self-interestPut the love of Jesus into actionWith simple yet profound principles from the life of Jesus, and dozens of stories and leadership examples from his own life, Ken Blanchard once again shows us the way effective leaders lead.
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First published April 19, 2016
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Kenneth H. Blanchard
314 books1,845 followersKen Blanchard, one of the most influential leadership experts in the world, is the coauthor of the iconic bestseller, The One Minute Manager, and 60 other books whose combined sales total more than 21 million copies. His groundbreaking works have been translated into more than 27 languages and in 2005 he was inducted into Amazon’s Hall of Fame as one of the top 25 bestselling authors of all time.
Ken is also the cofounder and chief spiritual officer of The Ken Blanchard Companies®, an international management training and consulting firm that he and his wife, Margie Blanchard, began in 1979 in San Diego, California.
When he’s not writing or speaking, Ken also spends time teaching students in the Master of Science in Executive Leadership Program at the University of San Diego. Ken can be found at www.kenblanchard.com.
Ken is also the cofounder and chief spiritual officer of The Ken Blanchard Companies®, an international management training and consulting firm that he and his wife, Margie Blanchard, began in 1979 in San Diego, California.
When he’s not writing or speaking, Ken also spends time teaching students in the Master of Science in Executive Leadership Program at the University of San Diego. Ken can be found at www.kenblanchard.com.
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July 23, 2025
As its subtitle betrays, this book hollows out the character of Jesus as the “greatest leadership role model of all time,” and little more. Blanchard commits theological hijacking — exploiting the Jesus of the Gospels to sell business-workshop leadership ideology. His synthesis feels perfunctory at best, at worst gutting the New Testament's Christ by reducing Him to a leadership caricature stripped of all biblical context.
The book's lone redeeming quality lies in Blanchard's push for inward character reflection as leadership's starting point. Beyond that, his four domains for "leading like Jesus" deliver little more than management templates wrapped in quasi-biblical packaging.
This book exemplifies Maslow’s hammer for Christian leaders: If all you have is leadership-role-model-Jesus, then every Gospel passage becomes an exercise in applying leadership best practices. This approach misses everything that Jesus was about.
My recommendation: Read the Gospels as literature, not leadership manuals. Then pick up an actual leadership book that doesn't traffic in cheesy acronyms and Sunday school aphorisms.
The book's lone redeeming quality lies in Blanchard's push for inward character reflection as leadership's starting point. Beyond that, his four domains for "leading like Jesus" deliver little more than management templates wrapped in quasi-biblical packaging.
This book exemplifies Maslow’s hammer for Christian leaders: If all you have is leadership-role-model-Jesus, then every Gospel passage becomes an exercise in applying leadership best practices. This approach misses everything that Jesus was about.
My recommendation: Read the Gospels as literature, not leadership manuals. Then pick up an actual leadership book that doesn't traffic in cheesy acronyms and Sunday school aphorisms.
June 30, 2020
With this book I was hoping for an exploration into the life of Christ with highlights gleaned that share insight into how Jesus acted and operated as a leader. Instead, I got a book that was one part a slim proof text for some leadership lesson covered in each short chapter (in those occasional chapters that gave any text at all), part sloganeering that was supposed to be catchy but turned out nauseating, and part commercial for Blanchard's leadership program that was titled, you guessed it, Lead Like Jesus.
To be fair, the leadership principles that are shared are both Biblical and good. There is some good that can be learned from them. But they are not in any sense unique to this book and a much better job could have been done tying them into the life of Christ. This book would have been much better off with more serious exposition of scripture and less self-promotion.
With regard to the sloganeering... Considering Lead Like Jesus was both the title of the book, key catchphrase (along with EGO1 = Edging God Out and EGO2 = Exalting God Only), and the name of Blanchard's organization, you can imagine how often LLJ was used in this book. Well, no you can't.
I don't drink, but at one point while reading an early chapter I started thinking that Lead Like Jesus would be a great drinking game. These chapters are really short, less than ten pages each for most, but it would be safe to say that there is at least two uses of the phrase per page. I don't know many people who would be able to do a shot per phrase and not be under the table before the chapter was finished. To be fair, In those chapters that pounded EGO1 or EGO2 in your head instead of LLJ, the usages weren't quite as ridiculous. Maybe 1.5 times per page rather than 2. But both of those numbers would be conservative I am sure. In the one 11 page chapter I counted, LLJ was used 37 times. Perhaps such frequency would work in a live seminar. I doubt it, but maybe so. Even still, just because someone can lead an effective seminar doesn't mean they should be writing books. Just remember, Jesus was an excellent leader and public speaker, but he didn't write a word, maybe the author should learn a lesson from him and Lead Like Jesus.
To be fair, the leadership principles that are shared are both Biblical and good. There is some good that can be learned from them. But they are not in any sense unique to this book and a much better job could have been done tying them into the life of Christ. This book would have been much better off with more serious exposition of scripture and less self-promotion.
With regard to the sloganeering... Considering Lead Like Jesus was both the title of the book, key catchphrase (along with EGO1 = Edging God Out and EGO2 = Exalting God Only), and the name of Blanchard's organization, you can imagine how often LLJ was used in this book. Well, no you can't.
I don't drink, but at one point while reading an early chapter I started thinking that Lead Like Jesus would be a great drinking game. These chapters are really short, less than ten pages each for most, but it would be safe to say that there is at least two uses of the phrase per page. I don't know many people who would be able to do a shot per phrase and not be under the table before the chapter was finished. To be fair, In those chapters that pounded EGO1 or EGO2 in your head instead of LLJ, the usages weren't quite as ridiculous. Maybe 1.5 times per page rather than 2. But both of those numbers would be conservative I am sure. In the one 11 page chapter I counted, LLJ was used 37 times. Perhaps such frequency would work in a live seminar. I doubt it, but maybe so. Even still, just because someone can lead an effective seminar doesn't mean they should be writing books. Just remember, Jesus was an excellent leader and public speaker, but he didn't write a word, maybe the author should learn a lesson from him and Lead Like Jesus.
April 7, 2025
I got this book as a graduation gift and decided to start reading it as I entered into a difficult time of leadership for me. It taught me things about myself that I had previously not realized or was ignoring and helped me have a tangible way to model my life and my job after Jesus.
May 4, 2024
This was such a good way of thinking through not only how and why we influence those around us but also our motivations for our actions in general. The discussion about how pride and fear motivates us to take over our life from God was so helpful both as someone who is going to influence others and as a Christian who wants to give my life to God more. Couldn't recommend more!
July 7, 2019
I loved this book, and know I will go back to it. It’s the best book on leadership I’ve read, and is incredibly simple and applicable - while covering a wide range of topics and needs as a leader. Grateful for the leader we have in Jesus, and thankful for a book like this which helps bring it into everyday life in a clear way.
May 27, 2024
Great Book
This is a really great book for Christian leaders. It’s Biblical and practical. It includes helpful tools and next steps as well!
This is a really great book for Christian leaders. It’s Biblical and practical. It includes helpful tools and next steps as well!
February 4, 2017
In this revised and updated 10th anniversary edition of Lead Like Jesus by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges, Phyliss Hodges, President and CEO of the Lead Like Jesus ministry joins the original book’s authors. They write that “Leading like Jesus is essentially a matter of the heart. It is also the highest thought of the head, it is the principal work of the hands, and it is both expressed through and replenished by the habits.” The authors teach to lead like Jesus whether you are leading at home, at church, or in an organization.
The authors state that self-promotion (pride) and self-protection (fear) dominate today’s leadership style. Many leaders act as if the sheep are there only for the benefit of the shepherd. The Lead Like Jesus alternative approach to leadership is driven by four basic beliefs that have become central to the author’s ministry:
1. Leadership happens anytime we influence the thinking, behavior, or development of another person.
2. Jesus is the greatest leadership role model of all time.
3. Servant leadership is the only approach to leadership that Jesus validates for His followers.
4. Effective leadership begins on the inside, with our hearts.
The authors tells us that Leading like Jesus is a transformational journey. They discuss the role of the Heart, Head and Hands in this alternative way of leading. They also discuss Habits, both Being and Doing. They state that the greatest barrier to leading like Jesus is Edging God Out of our lives (EGO).
This new edition features helpful “Pause and Reflect” sections throughout the book, a “Next Steps to Leading Like Jesus Checklist”, resource list and a Discussion Guide, which is useful for individual study, but it is designed primarily for use in a group setting after everyone in the group has read the book.
I’m a strong believer in servant leadership. This would be an excellent book to read and discuss with others to learn how to Lead Like Jesus.
The authors state that self-promotion (pride) and self-protection (fear) dominate today’s leadership style. Many leaders act as if the sheep are there only for the benefit of the shepherd. The Lead Like Jesus alternative approach to leadership is driven by four basic beliefs that have become central to the author’s ministry:
1. Leadership happens anytime we influence the thinking, behavior, or development of another person.
2. Jesus is the greatest leadership role model of all time.
3. Servant leadership is the only approach to leadership that Jesus validates for His followers.
4. Effective leadership begins on the inside, with our hearts.
The authors tells us that Leading like Jesus is a transformational journey. They discuss the role of the Heart, Head and Hands in this alternative way of leading. They also discuss Habits, both Being and Doing. They state that the greatest barrier to leading like Jesus is Edging God Out of our lives (EGO).
This new edition features helpful “Pause and Reflect” sections throughout the book, a “Next Steps to Leading Like Jesus Checklist”, resource list and a Discussion Guide, which is useful for individual study, but it is designed primarily for use in a group setting after everyone in the group has read the book.
I’m a strong believer in servant leadership. This would be an excellent book to read and discuss with others to learn how to Lead Like Jesus.
August 11, 2023
Business and psychology experts look at the principles of leadership as modeled by Jesus in Scriptures, how they've seen these principles applied by leaders in real life, common pit falls, and how to be a better leader with practical steps and examples, focusing on first being a better person yourself and making sure you are in a solid personal place before relating and leading others.
I picked this up looking for ideas of how to do leadership training with student leaders I work with, and I found this an important and practical read for myself as well. The authors aren't afraid to ask you hard questions and get to the root of common leadership problems (which usually boil down to pride and fear), and then give you practical steps of how to get to a better personal position so that you can lead others with compassion, understanding, and love instead of for selfish, egotistical reasons (which almost always ends badly). I came away with a lot of practical things for working with teen leaders and felt like this book was the most helpful read I've come across in a long time for my personal life as well. This will be one I need to re-read every summer as I prepare to work with a new group of student leaders as it will give me a good gut check for myself too.
I picked this up looking for ideas of how to do leadership training with student leaders I work with, and I found this an important and practical read for myself as well. The authors aren't afraid to ask you hard questions and get to the root of common leadership problems (which usually boil down to pride and fear), and then give you practical steps of how to get to a better personal position so that you can lead others with compassion, understanding, and love instead of for selfish, egotistical reasons (which almost always ends badly). I came away with a lot of practical things for working with teen leaders and felt like this book was the most helpful read I've come across in a long time for my personal life as well. This will be one I need to re-read every summer as I prepare to work with a new group of student leaders as it will give me a good gut check for myself too.
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May 24, 2020This is a really, really basic leadership book. It's very much more a book for a corporate leader than, say, a parent, but there are aspects that could be helpful to any Christian in a leadership role. The beginning is significantly better than the latter parts, especially the discussion of the big-picture overview of leadership. The most useful bit in the book, in my humble opinion, was the interesting definition of leadership they offer. Their view of leadership is "anytime you seek to influence the thinking, behavior, or development of someone in your personal or professional life, you are taking on the role of a leader." That's an idea worth thinking about.
December 14, 2024
My previous experience tells me that Ken one of the greats in self-help/management books with a unique skill at packing revelatory ideas into tights space. Quite literally, he is the king of brevity.
Unfortunately, at least in this edition, Lead like Jesus revisited, their is a complete lack of brevity, and the punchy life changing ideas are lost in a sea of hum drum Sunday School lessons. If this had been an 82 page punch list it might be a great book, as their are some unique ideas about how Jesus trained is followers, worked toward legacy, served others, eschewed the limelight. But page after page reads like a bland sunday school lesson about following Jesus teaching. Which is good stuff, just not well written and with no unique perspective.
I enjoyed several things about this book including this idea early on about what leadership is. "Leadership is a process of influence. Anytime you seek to influence the thinking, behavior, or development of people in their personal or professional lives, you are taking on the role of a leader."
If someone is a follower of Christ they have heard these concepts dozens of times before, and if someone is not a follower of Christ they will be probably not be compelled by this presentation.
I would say that this book can easily be skipped and would recommend it only to those in business leadership who have newly become Christ followers as this may be the prefect book to catch you up to speed on how your new relationship with Christ should impact how you lead your business or organization.
There is some very good stuff here but not enough to warrant the 300 pages to get there.
Unfortunately, at least in this edition, Lead like Jesus revisited, their is a complete lack of brevity, and the punchy life changing ideas are lost in a sea of hum drum Sunday School lessons. If this had been an 82 page punch list it might be a great book, as their are some unique ideas about how Jesus trained is followers, worked toward legacy, served others, eschewed the limelight. But page after page reads like a bland sunday school lesson about following Jesus teaching. Which is good stuff, just not well written and with no unique perspective.
I enjoyed several things about this book including this idea early on about what leadership is. "Leadership is a process of influence. Anytime you seek to influence the thinking, behavior, or development of people in their personal or professional lives, you are taking on the role of a leader."
If someone is a follower of Christ they have heard these concepts dozens of times before, and if someone is not a follower of Christ they will be probably not be compelled by this presentation.
I would say that this book can easily be skipped and would recommend it only to those in business leadership who have newly become Christ followers as this may be the prefect book to catch you up to speed on how your new relationship with Christ should impact how you lead your business or organization.
There is some very good stuff here but not enough to warrant the 300 pages to get there.
June 22, 2017
What a spectacular book!
This took me ages to read as I was distracted a lot with other things, but I wanted to make sure I gave it my full attention when reading it. Boy, was this book jam-packed with inspiring and challenging leadership techniques and practices!
The book breaks down the leadership qualities that Jesus displayed throughout his life and ministry. It's also a great intro into the leadership ministry that the authors have built, operating in many countries, influencing leaders to be servants of those they lead.
I was continually encouraged and challenged through the book - The practical tips, lists and curated questions really help one narrow down on the particulars of their leadership and identify aspects they can improve and develop. It helps people who don't consider themselves leaders step into the places they lead with confidence and conviction, and to have faith in themselves and God in them.
The techniques here work in any type of leadership context, and any business or driven person would do well to incorporate them into their personal practices.
An excellent and encouraging call to a better leadership style from the ultimate leadership example.
This took me ages to read as I was distracted a lot with other things, but I wanted to make sure I gave it my full attention when reading it. Boy, was this book jam-packed with inspiring and challenging leadership techniques and practices!
The book breaks down the leadership qualities that Jesus displayed throughout his life and ministry. It's also a great intro into the leadership ministry that the authors have built, operating in many countries, influencing leaders to be servants of those they lead.
I was continually encouraged and challenged through the book - The practical tips, lists and curated questions really help one narrow down on the particulars of their leadership and identify aspects they can improve and develop. It helps people who don't consider themselves leaders step into the places they lead with confidence and conviction, and to have faith in themselves and God in them.
The techniques here work in any type of leadership context, and any business or driven person would do well to incorporate them into their personal practices.
An excellent and encouraging call to a better leadership style from the ultimate leadership example.
December 20, 2018
I am lucky enough to have a group of colleagues that meet once a week to do a devotional/bible study and this is the book that we decided to use for a guide this year. I loved it! I am pretty sure we are only supposed to be on chapter 10 right now but I went ahead and finished it. The information is laid out in a smooth, logical way that is helpful for many leadership situations. There are great ideas about overcoming EGO and fear that really hit home. I feel that I will be a better leader if I follow this guide. The book also allowed for growth that is not spiritual or based around a church family, so if you are not a Christian and want to learn to be a positive leader in your life, this book could help also. As a Christian, I would hope that everyone could read this book and see the love that is always given to you and that you are free to give it to everyone else. If you are a non-believer, you might want to look more into these things and see if they are something that could bring good to your life.
November 21, 2021
I did not like this book. I did not enjoy this book.
But I did read it! And I want the credit for my annual reading challenge.
^ that was a bit vague & unhelpful. Lead Like Jesus offers direction for readers that are just beginning to explore leadership & its possible relations to Christianity.
I think that much of the theology in this book is misguided. The biblical interpretations that are to lay strong foundations for the book fail miserably. I’m not sure a single bit of exegesis is done. That being said, I still appreciate the authors hearts. If you seek a straightforward devotional on leadership, maybe this book could be helpful? Though I personally would not read this book devotionally considering the pages read like a grocery list.
Anyway, I don’t think the lack of exegesis is entirely harmful; the authors do not make very strong claims that can harm anyone’s faith.
if you are looking for enjoyable (& theologically sound) writing on leadership, try Henri Nouwen’s In the Name of Jesus…. and/or just read Ezra-Nehemiah ;)
But I did read it! And I want the credit for my annual reading challenge.
^ that was a bit vague & unhelpful. Lead Like Jesus offers direction for readers that are just beginning to explore leadership & its possible relations to Christianity.
I think that much of the theology in this book is misguided. The biblical interpretations that are to lay strong foundations for the book fail miserably. I’m not sure a single bit of exegesis is done. That being said, I still appreciate the authors hearts. If you seek a straightforward devotional on leadership, maybe this book could be helpful? Though I personally would not read this book devotionally considering the pages read like a grocery list.
Anyway, I don’t think the lack of exegesis is entirely harmful; the authors do not make very strong claims that can harm anyone’s faith.
if you are looking for enjoyable (& theologically sound) writing on leadership, try Henri Nouwen’s In the Name of Jesus…. and/or just read Ezra-Nehemiah ;)
January 17, 2025
I tried to give this book a shot. And I didn’t honestly finish it. There was some good bits here and there that I really liked. Thinking on things like your personal life statement and looking inward at your own character before leading
Other than that, there were other things I wanted the book to get into, that barely scratched the surface. Creating a compelling vision, implementing it, creating resilient leaders in your organization, these are all things that were touched on, and the. You turn the page and it’s done. This feels like they tried to make a devotional on leadership, and it ended up falling flat for me
I still give it three stars because I think for the average person who’s starting off in leadership, there’s still great stuff in here. But as someone who’s been leading for a while, not saying I’m advanced by any means, but I was hoping for more depth and application and not half baked stories
Other than that, there were other things I wanted the book to get into, that barely scratched the surface. Creating a compelling vision, implementing it, creating resilient leaders in your organization, these are all things that were touched on, and the. You turn the page and it’s done. This feels like they tried to make a devotional on leadership, and it ended up falling flat for me
I still give it three stars because I think for the average person who’s starting off in leadership, there’s still great stuff in here. But as someone who’s been leading for a while, not saying I’m advanced by any means, but I was hoping for more depth and application and not half baked stories
September 24, 2025
I picked up this book with some hesitation, half-expecting the authors to simply pull scattered scriptures to fit their own leadership model. It’s a sad but recurring temptation to shape the Bible into our systems instead of letting it shape us.
This book was refreshingly different, both Christ-centered and leadership-smart. The authors did a wonderful job of framing leadership systems around the uncompromising truth of Jesus and His example. Rather than forcing the text, they seemed to let the life and words of Jesus set the tone, then built practical leadership insights in light of His model.
I also appreciated the cadence with which they wove together actionable leadership and organizational application. The blend of scripture and practice felt both faithful and useful.
I’m excited to walk through these concepts with our church leadership team, and I believe the principles here will make a lasting impact.
This book was refreshingly different, both Christ-centered and leadership-smart. The authors did a wonderful job of framing leadership systems around the uncompromising truth of Jesus and His example. Rather than forcing the text, they seemed to let the life and words of Jesus set the tone, then built practical leadership insights in light of His model.
I also appreciated the cadence with which they wove together actionable leadership and organizational application. The blend of scripture and practice felt both faithful and useful.
I’m excited to walk through these concepts with our church leadership team, and I believe the principles here will make a lasting impact.
October 22, 2018
If you are seeking to be more like Christ, and you lead people (family, work, etc), then you should really read this book. Ken found success in writing leadership books such as 1 Minute Manager, and Raving Fans, and then subsequently discovered Jesus. He quickly realized that Jesus was the ultimate 1 Minute Manager, the only perfect leader, and that everything Ken had been teaching had already been modeled by Christ! How cool! I've read some great leadership/management books, and tons of great works by Christian writers, and this is the first book that really overtly melds the teachings of Christ with effective management/leadership skills. Ken is the real deal, both in the secular leadership world, and in loving Christ. Very helpful book!
June 4, 2018
This is a good book for a perspective on how Jesus was a leader but maybe a bit limiting on Christ's true leadership. It is hard to put any aspect of Christ into a book, let alone all the aspects of leadership. Many of the good leadership books describe these aspects of leadership so there was not much new. It was refreshing to see how these attributes are displayed in Christ. The best chapter that made this book worth the read for me was on developing vision. Unlike many books that talk about needing to have a vision, Lead Like Jesus actually provides a step by step exercise to develop a vision and values; a great launch pad to building your own.
February 25, 2025
A book I actually read, held in my hand. It was given to me by one of the authors. I truly treasure this book because I respect this person. It was filled with so much wisdom, insight, and practical insight that would benefit anyone.
The authors discuss how leadership is driven by four basic beliefs
* leadership happens anytime we influence the thinking, behavior, or development of another person.
* Jesus is the greatest leadership role model of all time.
* servant, leader leadership is the only approach to leadership that Jesus validates for his followers.
* Effective leadership begins on the inside with our hearts.
The authors discuss how leadership is driven by four basic beliefs
* leadership happens anytime we influence the thinking, behavior, or development of another person.
* Jesus is the greatest leadership role model of all time.
* servant, leader leadership is the only approach to leadership that Jesus validates for his followers.
* Effective leadership begins on the inside with our hearts.
May 17, 2017
For several years I've used the original version of this book, Lead Like Jesus, in an introductory course in Christian leadership I teach at the community college level. Last year I learned of this new version. It's better.
The book dives deeper into the essentials of leadership than the previous edition, guiding the reader through a goal-setting process and encouraging two sets of habits for more effective leadership. I am looking forward to using this book as the kickoff to my Introduction to Christian Leadership course beginning in August.
The book dives deeper into the essentials of leadership than the previous edition, guiding the reader through a goal-setting process and encouraging two sets of habits for more effective leadership. I am looking forward to using this book as the kickoff to my Introduction to Christian Leadership course beginning in August.
May 22, 2017
For several years I've used the original version of this book, Lead Like Jesus, in an introductory course in Christian leadership I teach at the community college level. Last year I learned of this new version. It's better.
The book dives deeper into the essentials of leadership than the previous edition, guiding the reader through a goal-setting process and encouraging two sets of habits for more effective leadership. I am looking forward to using this book as the kickoff to my Introduction to Christian Leadership course beginning in August.
The book dives deeper into the essentials of leadership than the previous edition, guiding the reader through a goal-setting process and encouraging two sets of habits for more effective leadership. I am looking forward to using this book as the kickoff to my Introduction to Christian Leadership course beginning in August.
July 19, 2017
An excellent read
This is an excellent book for a business leader or a Christian leader. It contains all the important elements of relational leadership which is the most effective way to influence or transform people in this postmodern world. The detail is commendable and there are loads of exercises and discussion points to make this an effective tool to implement in a work or church environment but also to use to teach others. I was really impressed! If you are interested in leadership, read this.
This is an excellent book for a business leader or a Christian leader. It contains all the important elements of relational leadership which is the most effective way to influence or transform people in this postmodern world. The detail is commendable and there are loads of exercises and discussion points to make this an effective tool to implement in a work or church environment but also to use to teach others. I was really impressed! If you are interested in leadership, read this.
October 20, 2017
I listened to the audiobook, which is a series of talks by various speakers on the topic. Clearly not all speakers are good and useful. Overall it has given me a lot of insights in the leadership lessons we can learn from Jesus. Whether you are a Christian or not, you will take away a lot of lessons of undoubtedly the greatest leader in history. This last statement is based on the fact that no other 30 year old person in history only had an active working career of 3 years, within a little geographical area, and now, 2000 years later is still being followed.
August 16, 2020
If you have ever had trouble understanding how Jesus could relate to modern day organizational leadership, this is the book for you. I will have to admit that seeing the practicality of Jesus' examples was initially difficult for me. Organizational business practices are often cutthroat. However, this book helped me to realize that Jesus dealt with many of the same leadership complications that we deal with in today's society, and he approached them all with grace, forgiveness, and bold actions.
June 9, 2025
Great book on leadership and highly recommend to Christian leaders. During my career I’ve said I’m not an evangelist, but at work I am. The book does not say this but it what I concluded for myself. My employees look to me for their career and leadership. At the same time my actions and interactions with them can exude the love of Jesus making my work the mission field. Makes me think different about how I interact with all my employees, especially the difficult ones. It’s easy to love the “good” ones, but I must equally love them all.
July 2, 2022
Insightful book on leading with love, keeping the development of others top of mind. The book also includes a useful section on evaluating your own unique strengths, values, and image of a perfect world to develop a purpose statement that will guide you to act and influence impactfully. Overall, an uplifting read with inspiring, real-life examples of encouragement, forgiveness, grace, and community.
October 7, 2024
My dad gave me this book for Christmas so it was a must read! Overall it was different from what I was expecting but in a good way. It definitely focused on leadership generally and used stories from the Bible to illustrate the behavior they were promoting. Docked some stars because the real world examples felt a little vague, and most of the book felt like a promotion for their own leadership program that they just wanted you to buy.
November 23, 2018
Lead Like Jesus by serving. Be in the midst of your people that you're trying to lead. Do some of their tasks (with them). Have a clear vision, identify your core values, and what you picture the future as. Display grace when there is a mistake. Know who you are and whose you are. Being leads to the doing and saying.
April 24, 2020
While there wasn't a lot in here that I didn't already know, it was packaged in a way that makes a lot of information and practical application accessible. More importantly, it comes with a study guide for GROUPS, so your Leadership Team can read the book, work through the book together, and become a leadership team that Leads Like Jesus. How cool is that?
September 5, 2021
It was a catchy book and there were definitely some good ideas, and the charts were particularly helpful. But there were definitely some cheesier aspects. I'd recommend it though since it is broken down into such manageable chunks. It's easy to pick and choose what is applicable and it's easy to digest.
December 27, 2023
In my career I’ve been through so many leadership courses. It all boils down to Jesus. Every good thing that was in any course I took is in this book because He is the model for leadership. If you are a leader of any kind, and honestly I’d be hard pressed to find another human who didn’t lead in some capacity of their lives, you need this book!
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