Lead Like It Matters: 7 Leadership Principles for a Church That Lasts

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*Lead Like It Matters is a completely revised and updated version of the book previously published as It: How Churches and Leaders Can Get It and Keep It.* Discover the secret to igniting a life-giving, soul-transforming, people-inspiring movement in your organization, church, or ministry. New York Times bestselling author Craig Groeschel is the founding and senior pastor of Life.Church, an innovative multisite church known around the world and an organization that Glassdoor has named a #1 U.S. Best Place to Work. But it didn't happen by accident. In 1996, a handful of congregants worshipped together in a two-car garage. Today, the church welcomes tens of thousands of attendees in multiple states across the country and globally at Life.Church Online. Lead Like It Matters presents Groeschel's transformative insights on how to effectively build a thriving, enduring ministry and organization. Using his skills as a top leader, he combines straight-talk and wry honesty with biblical and leadership principles to equip you with the tools to: Recognize when your organization or ministry has the indefinable but tangible "it" that leads to success Identify and implement seven leadership principles for a church that lasts Ignite a fire in your team to leave behind "what we've always done" for the meaningful ministry you know is possible Discover the three areas every leader must master for success Lead Like It Matters reveals the secret for building ministry momentum and then keeping it going.

New York Times bestselling author Craig Groeschel is the founding and senior pastor of Life.Church, an innovative and pacesetting church meeting in multiple locations around the United States and globally online, which also created the popular and free YouVersion Bible app. He is the author of several books, including Fight, Soul Detox, The Christian Atheist, and It. Craig, his wife, Amy, and their six children live in Edmond, Oklahoma. Visit www.craiggroeschelbooks.com

Many churches and leaders today want the popularity of it but fail to understand the principles it takes. Because I have seen it happen in my own ministry, I know that popularity will fade but principles will last, and I'm telling you that if you apply Craig's seven fundamental ingredients, it will take your ministry from good to great. This book is an essential tool for every church leader. Craig is real and authentic and teaches from a place of experience that we all need. Michael Todd, #1 New York Times bestselling author; lead pastor, Transformation Church Some organizations have the it factor. Some don't. You may wonder, 'Do I have it?' If you want the answer, you can find it here. Your leadership has never mattered more than it does right now. Read this book so you can lead like it matters. John C. Maxwell, Maxwell Leadership Wow. Every pastor, every minister, every church employee, and volunteer has to read this amazing book and give a copy to his or her colleagues. And then they must talk about it. Groeschel has identified something that is essential, transformational, and ridiculously important. Patrick Lencioni, consultant, New York Times bestselling author and follower of Jesus With so much discussion around the it factor, who doesn't want it? Not only does Pastor Craig help identify what it is, he aptly teaches us how to find it. This is more than just a book; this is the message of Craig's heart. Not only has he helped me identify the leader in me, I know he will help identify the leader in you. Go for it! Bianca Juarez Olthoff, pastor, The Father's House OC; podcaster; bestselling author, How to Have Your Life Not Suck When it comes to leadership, my friend Craig Groeschel has it. He is one of the best leaders I know in any space. The quality of his work and of his team are the proof that you should read and implement every word in this book. Don't hesitate. Do it! Dave Ramsey, #1 bestselling author My friend Craig Groeschel is the visionary and pioneer of America's largest church. In Lead Like It Matters, he's generous enough to share the most important lessons he's learned along the way. This isn't just an insightful and interesting book; it's a game-changing guide to leading with purpose. Steven Furtick, lead pastor, Elevation Church; New York Times bestselling author, Crash the Chatterbox, Greater, and (Un)Qualified In Lead Like It Matters, Craig wholeheartedly and unreservedly pours out hard-earned wisdom, insight, knowledge, and understanding that are vital to build a thriving church. This book is a gift from one of the greatest church leaders in history. It will inspire, equip, and empower church leaders not only to identify it but to learn to sustain and protect it. Christine Caine, founder, A21 and Propel Women