Leadership among God's people is not a matter of easy answers or
simple solutions. There is no foolproof list of character traits
that one can acquire and develop in order to be a successful
leader. Authentic leadership is a complex interaction of the
leader's gifts and calling, the people's needs and response, the
particular situation of the moment, and, above all, the guidance of
the Holy Spirit. Birch and Parks believe if we wish to understand
the intricate and messy character of leadership in the church, the
obvious place to start is Scripture. The Bible portrays leaders not
as heroes placed on a pedestal, but rather as flawed and fallen
human beings who nonetheless work with the people around them and
with the situation at hand to move toward accomplishing the will of
God.
Ducking Spears, Dancing Madly is a penetrating look at church
leadership through the stories of Saul, David, and other central
Old Testament figures. The authors demonstrate that those who have
a clear and honest understanding of the triumphs and flaws of the
individuals who lead God's people in Scripture will be better
prepared to lead God's people today. In order to provide that
understanding, they engage in a dialogue with the books of 1 and 2
Samuel, texts that portray the people of Israel in frequent social
and political transition, and hence in need of effective
leadership.
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