As a church leader, your role involves not only guiding others in their faith but also ensuring your own spiritual growth. An effective leader is one that is growing along with his or her people. Devotionals are a fantastic way to keep your heart and mind aligned with God’s purpose, especially as you lead your congregation. Whether you’re seeking fresh inspiration or deeper insights into your leadership role, these 10 devotionals offer rich resources to strengthen your spiritual walk.
New Morning Mercies – Paul David Tripp
Paul David Tripp’s “New Morning Mercies” is an encouraging devotional that reminds leaders of God’s daily grace. Each entry is packed with theological depth and practical applications, helping you start your day with a gospel-centered perspective.
Legacy Impact Living Devotional – David Thoroughman and Tim Deatrick
The “Legacy Impact Living” devotional is a standout for church leaders who want to cultivate a heart of generosity within their congregations. Written by David Thoroughman and Tim Deatrick, this 30-day devotional guides leaders through biblical principles on giving, helping them encourage a culture of generosity. It’s not just about financial stewardship but about aligning your church’s resources with God’s mission. The focus on joyful giving and impactful stewardship makes this a must-read for those looking to lead their church into a legacy of lasting impact.
Lead Like Jesus Devotional Revisited – Ken Blanchard, Phil Hodges, and Phyllis Hendry
In “Lead Like Jesus,” Blanchard and Hodges remind leaders of the ultimate example of servant leadership—Jesus Christ. This devotional encourages you to lead with humility, love, and grace, following Jesus’ model in every aspect of your ministry.
My Utmost for His Highest – Oswald Chambers
“My Utmost for His Highest” is a devotional that has become a classic, offering church leaders a daily dose of deep spiritual reflection. Oswald Chambers’ challenging and thought-provoking insights encourage leaders to surrender fully to God’s will and purpose.
The Maxwell Leadership Bible
The Maxwell Leadership Bible devotional is an effective tool for church leaders, offering daily insights from leadership expert John Maxwell. The Maxwell Leadership Bible provides practical applications of biblical leadership principles, helping you integrate God’s wisdom into your daily decisions and leadership style.
Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership – Ruth Haley Barton
Ruth Haley Barton’s devotional is perfect for leaders needing some spiritual renewal. It emphasizes the importance of soul care in leadership, reminding pastors that their effectiveness in ministry begins with their personal walk with God. Through this devotional, leaders can explore practices that keep their soul healthy and their leadership grounded in Christ.
Spiritual Leadership – J. Oswald Sanders
A classic in Christian leadership literature, “Spiritual Leadership” by J. Oswald Sanders provides profound insights into the spiritual foundations of leadership. This devotional will challenge you to reflect on your calling, character, and the way you influence others in your ministry.
Morning and Evening – Charles Spurgeon
Charles Spurgeon’s “Morning and Evening” is a beloved devotional for many church leaders. Each day’s reading offers deep reflections on Scripture, providing both morning and evening meditations to start and end your day with spiritual focus and encouragement.
The One Year Daily Insights with Zig Ziglar
Zig Ziglar’s motivational teachings are well-known, and this devotional brings his insights into a faith-based context. “Daily Insights” combines biblical wisdom with Ziglar’s practical advice on leadership, making it an inspiring read for church leaders looking to motivate themselves and their teams.
Jesus Calling – Sarah Young
Sarah Young’s “Jesus Calling” offers a personal and reflective approach to daily devotions. Written as though Jesus is speaking directly to the reader, this devotional helps leaders grow in a sense of closeness with God, providing comfort and guidance in their daily challenges. These devotionals are often short and great for when you are short on time.
As you explore these devotionals, consider how each can deepen your relationship with God and enhance your leadership. Remember, you cannot feed your people if you are not being fed yourself. By integrating these powerful resources into your daily routine, you can lead with greater wisdom, insight, and spiritual vitality, guiding your congregation toward fulfilling their God-given potential.
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