The Steward Leader: Transforming People, Organizations and Communities

by R. Scott Rodin

Publisher:

IVP Academic

, 2013

Overview

Coach. Entrepreneur. Mentor. Executive. Servant. Visionary.

Everyone has a different idea of what a leader should be. How can any one person be everything? Scott Rodin brings unity and clarity to this confusing, demanding picture of leadership. He offers a comprehensive model that brings together a biblical understanding of holistic stewardship with the best in leadership studies.

Whether in churches, not-for-profit ministries or in business the need for sound leadership is readily apparent. Drawing on his years of experience in development and fundraising and his extensive theological training, Scott Rodin offers a new paradigm--a transformational approach to leadership that is biblically sound, theologically rich and practically compelling.

Key Features

• Brings unity and clarity to this confusing, demanding picture of leadership.
• Offers a comprehensive model that brings together a biblical understanding.
• Explores a transformational approach to leadership that is biblically sound.

Praise for The Steward Leader

The body of work on leadership is so massive that one could wonder if any new words are needed. There are some--and Scott Rodin has offered them in the form of a theology of leadership that is grounded in stewardship and freedom. This book is an inspiring addition to the many writings on leadership theory, practice and characteristics. I believe that those called to lead will find The Steward Leader particularly meaningful and formational.

--David R. Black, president, Eastern University

In an age of pragmatism where effective leadership is often defined by outcomes which work, Scott Rodin offers us a refreshing leadership paradigm shift. Rather than focusing primarily on the necessary acquisition of leadership skill sets or leadership development techniques, or the pursuit of outcomes, Rodin maintains that the place for the leader to start and thereafter live is with the unseen part of the leader, the part that God knows and sees.

--Eugene Habecker, president, Taylor University, and author of Rediscovering the Soul of Leadership

Finally, a much-needed and long-awaited word on what it really takes to effectively serve the kingdom of our Lord! Rodin, with wisdom and courage, takes the reader on a journey in leading. This text is for serious leaders who are prepared to be faced with the twenty-first-century demand for ‘being’ over ‘doing.’ You will be challenged and affirmed by this inspiring, scholarly presentation. This book deserves a place in your library!

--Israel L. Gaither, national commander, The Salvation Army

Product Details

• Title: The Steward Leader: Transforming People, Organizations and Communities
• Author: R. Scott Rodin
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Print Publication Date: 2013
• Logos Release Date: 2014
• Pages: 199
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• ISBNs: 9780830896677, 0830896678
• Resource ID: LLS:9780830896677
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-05-29T19:35:28Z

About R. Scott Rodin

R. Scott Rodin (Ph.D., University of Aberdeen) is managing principal of OneAccord NFP, and Senior Fellow of the Engstrom Institute. He has been in fundraising and leadership development for twenty-six years, including serving as president of the Christian Stewardship Association and president of Eastern Baptist (now Palmer) Theological Seminary. He is the author of five books, including Stewards in the Kingdom, The Seven Deadly Sins of Christian Fundraising and The Four Gifts of the King.