The Shepherd Leader at Home: Knowing, Leading, Protecting, and Providing for Your Family

by Timothy Z. Witmer

Publisher:

Crossway

, 2012

Overview

Husbands and dads play a crucial role in the health and survival of the family. That’s why leadership expert Tim Witmer has written this book—to strengthen our efforts to lead well. He applies a biblical framework to the role of leadership in the home, showing how effective shepherding involves “knowing, leading, protecting, and providing for your family"; all the while communicating solid principles with a down-to-earth, relatable tone.

Find in this book the wise counsel and practical direction that is sure to make a difference in your family today.

Contents

Top Highlights

“It is crucial that parents be vigilant. One duty of a shepherd at home is to be on the alert for wolves that could harm our children.” (source)

“The Lord knew what he was doing when he put the two of you together, too. The point is that if you are to complement one another in the tasks of life, you are going to need to know one another. Have you paid attention and yielded to your spouse’s strengths? Have you been honest about your own weaknesses?” (source)

“You should be the CEO (chief encouragement officer) of your family and your wife’s number-one cheerleader.” (source)

“Second, commit yourself to building up your children with your words. Remember Paul’s admonition, cited earlier” (source)

“Third, commit yourself to building up your wife with your words.” (source)

Product Details

• Title : The Shepherd Leader at Home: Knowing, Leading, Protecting, and Providing for Your Family
• Author: Witmer, Timothy Z.
• Publisher: Crossway
• Publication Date: 2012
• ISBN: 9781433530104

About Timothy Z. Witmer

Timothy Z. Witmer, MDiv, DMin is Professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary where he serves as Coordinator of the Practical Theology Department and Director of Mentored Ministry and Master of Divinity Programs. He has also served for thirty-five years in pastoral ministry, currently as the pastor of St. Stephen Reformed Church. Tim is the author of Mindscape: What to Think about Instead of Worrying, The Shepherd Leader, and The Shepherd Leader at Home. He and his wife, Barbara, have three children, four grandchildren, and reside in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.