Authentic Christian Pastoral Leadership
A transformative guide for heart-led church leadership in the modern world.
Dr. Layne McDonald, Ph.D., delivers a soul-stirring and intellectually rich book rooted in biblical wisdom, scientific research, and decades of ministry experience. Authentic Christian Pastoral Leadership is a clarion call to pastors, ministers, spiritual coaches, church staff, and faith leaders everywhere to return to the essence of Christ-centered leadership: compassion, grace, and mercy.
In a time when many pastors report burnout and congregations hunger for healing and hope, this book equips leaders to serve from the overflow of God's love rather than the pressure of performance. Through powerful case studies, Scripture-driven insights, neuroscientific findings, and real-life applications, readers will rediscover leadership that uplifts the brokenhearted, fosters authentic community, and reflects the very heart of Christ.
You’ll learn how to:
- Guard your heart and lead with spiritual and emotional integrity.
- Build trust, resilience, and connection through grace.
- Create restorative environments where mercy reigns over judgment.
- Inspire volunteers, team members, and entire congregations.
- Transform conflict into opportunities for healing and reconciliation.
This book is more than a leadership manual—it’s a movement of spiritual revival through authentic love.