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2017

Bethel University

Leadership development

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A Model For The Development Of The Leaders Of A Regional Gospel Movement, Daniel Ray Nold Jan 2017

A Model For The Development Of The Leaders Of A Regional Gospel Movement, Daniel Ray Nold

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The problem this research project addressed was the need for a leadership development model for a regional gospel movement. While it is hoped that the research will serve regional gospel movements nationwide, the specific focus was the development of a model for leaders of a gospel movement in State College, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area. As the needs of our world expand and the transformative influence of the typical local congregation decreases, followers of Christ are seeking new expressions of church and new paths of transformation. This is driven by a desire to take the whole gospel to the whole …


Biblical Metaphors For Servant Leadership: A Strong Foundation For Leadership Development, Gary A. Runn Jan 2017

Biblical Metaphors For Servant Leadership: A Strong Foundation For Leadership Development, Gary A. Runn

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This project addresses the lack of a biblically grounded model for servant leadership. Research explored three biblical metaphors as the foundation for a leadership development framework: servant, shepherd, and steward. First, the servant metaphor, through a posture of worship and submission to Jesus, gives expression to servant leadership through representative authority and genuine humility. Second, the shepherd metaphor, through a posture of selfless sacrifice to followers, gives expression to servant leadership through compassion and care. Third, the steward metaphor, through a posture of extreme faithfulness to the Master, gives expression to servant leadership through courage and risk-taking in the mission. …