Becoming a Biblical Leader
Great leadership needs integrity before influence.
Before we can guide others, we have to let God guide us. That’s what my book, Becoming a Biblical Leader: 30 Days of Scriptural Principle and Spiritual Growth, is all about.
This devotional grew out of my own years of wrestling with what godly leadership actually looks like: when you’re tired, uncertain, or aware of your weaknesses. At first glance, you might think it’s a Christian leadership manual, but it’s not. This is a walk through God’s Word, day by day, for 30 days, letting God reshape how we think about influence, character, and calling.
The Heart Behind the Book
Every page of Becoming a Biblical Leader begins with Scripture and ends with reflection. You’ll explore traits like humility, courage, faithfulness, and grace. These aren’t meant to be abstract literary ideas. I’ve written them to be principles rooted in Scripture, but easily applicable to real life.
Jesus said, “Whoever would be great among you must be your servant.” (Matthew 20:26)
This is the kind of leadership that I hope this book encourages. That, for 30 days, you would have times of quiet, faithful focus, preparing to serve people more than pleasing them.
Why 30 days? I chose a 30-day journey because spiritual formation takes time. Each short reading gives space for reflection and response. The goal isn’t to get through the book quickly, but to let God get through to your heart.
It’s a Journey Worth Taking
Whether you lead in ministry, business, or at home, Becoming a Biblical Leader will help you pause and reconnect leadership with discipleship. Each day, you’ll find Scripture to meditate on, insights to consider, and questions that invite honesty before God.
I wrote this devotional for ordinary people who have been given the opportunity to lead others. Whether you’re a pastor or a parent, a manager or teacher, or you just want to grow in Christlike influence. You can read it over coffee, at the start of your day, or as part of your devotional rhythm in the evenings.
Where to Find It
Becoming a Biblical Leader is available on Amazon in both print and Kindle formats or eBook through Apple Books, so you can choose the reading experience that fits you best. Amazon also offers the Introduction and Day 1 as a free preview if you’d like to take a look before ordering your copy.
- Print Version: Order Here
- Kindle Version: Order Here
- Apple Books: Order Here
In a world that often celebrates the loudest voices and the most prominent positions, my prayer is that Becoming a Biblical Leader reminds us that true leadership begins in the heart. With a commitment to serve Christ and grow to become more like Him.
If you’re ready to begin this 30-day journey of Scriptural principle and spiritual growth, I invite you to dive into Becoming a Biblical Leader. Let’s walk this path together, one day at a time, and experience the guidance we all need to lead well.
Endorsements
I’ve been humbled and grateful for those who’ve taken the time to read Becoming a Biblical Leader and share how it’s impacted their walk and their leadership.
The following endorsements come from leaders who’ve lived these truths and continue to serve faithfully in their own contexts. I’m thankful for their encouragement and for how God is using this devotional to strengthen His people.
“In this book, Jeremy approaches leadership in a holistic manner, dealing with ideas and issues that every leader needs to contemplate. Each principle is rooted in God’s Word which is Jeremy’s anchor throughout the book. He also gives a leadership challenge for every principle, allowing the reader to practically apply that principle to their own situation. This is a valuable resource for anyone in leadership, desiring to become the leader that God has called them to become.”
Dave Lane
Satellite Director
Youth Unlimited YFC Sarnia-Lambton
“Becoming A Biblical Leader is a thoughtful and practical workbook that can help both individuals and groups as they work through key thoughts about leadership. As a thirty-day daily guide, it is succinct enough to be used in a variety of settings and with a cross-section of people, helping in their foundational development as leaders.”
David Horita
Pacific Region Director
Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches
“Serving Christ in a northern church presents many unique challenges and joys. As seen in the life of Jesus and Paul the wilderness affords opportunity in the journey of knowing God. Pastor Jeremy Norton, in the great tradition of being formed and forming others in Christ, has some wise and generous counsel for those serving fellow believers in the ways of God’s Word. Becoming a Biblical Leader brings us to that far off beach where Paul and the leaders of the Ephesian church knelt down and prayed to God for the sake of Gospel and Church. May we all join them and learn something of what Jesus said concerning leadership; that it was ‘not so among you’ as it is among the Nations. The Jesus way surely begins on our knees.”
Rev. Dr. T. Gregory Anderson
Pastor in the North
Join the Conversation; Share Your Thoughts
- What does “biblical leadership” mean to you personally?
- Which area of leadership do you find hardest to surrender to God?
- How could thirty days in Scripture reshape your perspective on influence and service?
