Christian Leadership Values for a New Generation

Calling, Courage and Character for Emerging Leaders

Larry N Willard, Tim Sotos, Paul Copan

• Publisher: Castle Quay Books
• Year: 2026
• eBook ISBN:
  9781998815579
• Topic: Theology & Religion
• Subtopic: Leadership

We live in a moment that tests leaders on more than skills alone. Influence without integrity is hollow; courage without character loses its compass. This book offers a Scripture-shaped leadership model designed for today’s emerging leaders—especially Gen Z and Gen X—who want both impact and accountability. You’ll find a practical framework built around three core pillars: calling, courage, and character. Learn how to translate spiritual values into everyday leadership decisions, cultivate disciplines that sustain you under pressure, and navigate real-world challenges with wisdom and grace. Along the way, you’ll encounter concise guidance, bite-sized exercises, and brief case studies drawn from diverse workplaces and contexts. Whether you’re spearheading a team, launching a initiative, or guiding others toward shared goals, this book helps you lead with integrity—where your influence serves a higher purpose and elevates those you lead.

Table of contents

• Copyright
• Acknowledgments
• When Leadership Finds You, by Tim Sotos
• Vision with a Backbone, by Larry Willard
• Introduction, by Paul Copan, PhD
• Part I – Virtue and Vision for Leadership
• Chapter 1 – Character Comes Before Competence
• Chapter 2 – The Shepherd Model of Leadership
• Chapter 3 – Prayer: How Grounded Leaders Stay Centered
• Chapter 4 – Compassion: Balancing Justice and Grace
• Part II – The Leader’s Inner Strengths
• Chapter 5 – Resilience: Tested and Proven Leadership
• Chapter 6 – Conviction: Zeal That Sustains Vision
• Chapter 7 – Patience: Waiting Well and Leading Through Suffering
• Chapter 8 – Wisdom: Listening to the Right Voices
• Chapter 9 – Courage: Standing Firm Under Fire
• Part III – The Leader’s Heart Toward Others
• Chapter 10 – Protect Those You Lead: Shepherding People with Protection, Care, and Justice
• Chapter 11 – Honor Those You Lead: Building Trust in Relationships
• Chapter 12 – Shape Those You Lead: Shaping People Through the Word
• Part IV – The Leader’s Character in Action
• Chapter 13 – Pride Destroys Leaders
• Chapter 14 – Humility: The Hidden Strength of Godly Leaders
• Chapter 15 – Integrity: The Foundation of Trust
• Chapter 16 – Faith: Trusting God’s Promises in Uncertain Times
• Chapter 17 – Repentance: Leading After Failure
• Chapter 18 – Discernment: Leading with God’s Wisdom in Changing Times
• Chapter 19 – Stewardship: Leading Faithfully with What God Puts in Your Hand
• Chapter 20 – Boldness: Speaking and Acting with Conviction
• Part V – The Leader’s Calling and Legacy
• Chapter 21 – Legacy: Leading Where It Matters Most
• Chapter 22 – Mentorship: Shaping Leaders Through Faithful Guidance
• Chapter 23 – Your Personal Leadership Plan
• Chapter 24 – A Life of Faithful Influence
• Reader Reflection Sheet
The Leader’s Calling and Legacy
• Epilogue, by Tim Sotos
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