It’s the 52nd anniversary of the first moon landing, July 20, 1969. I like to remember space milestones, having grown up with a lot of them, but today, I’m celebrating another important milestone. In keeping with the space theme, my friend Preston Poore has chosen today to launch his new book: The Discipled Leader.
Preston and I were together in Montgomery, Alabama, in the early 2000s, where I was privileged to invest in him in a discipling relationship. He graciously mentioned me in the Acknowledgements section as one of his mentors and asked me to write an endorsement for the book. (I had helped edit one of the early versions.) Here’s some of what I said, emphasizing the discipleship part:
A serious book for people seriously wanting to become, and help others become, disciples! And if you’re not serious about wanting to be a discipled and discipling leader, about what are you serious? Discipled Leader is a well-executed effort to help believers ‘be strong in the Lord’ and help others do the same. This is a book to put into practice! It’s an unashamed mix of solid theology, intentional action, and strict accountability. I pray that God will use Discipled Leader to produce just that—leaders who are disciples making disciples.” – Bob Ewell’s endorsement
Here’s what Dan Cathy, CEO of Chick-Fil-A wrote, emphasizing the leadership part:
In our world, we like to ‘get things done’ but seldom take time to mold the leaders of tomorrow. Preston Poore’s new book combines spiritual insight with the nuts and bolts of solid leadership. In Discipled Leader, Preston offers readers practical guidance on how to apply timeless Christian principles to leadership. It’s a must-read for every leader. -Dan Cathy
It’s a good book: solid principles with personal examples. I recommend it. Kudos to Preston for persevering to finish and get it published.
A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul… (Proverbs 13.19, ESV)
You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others. (2 Timothy 2.1, 2, NIV)