Leadership, Ethics, and Trust

Abstract

Cam Caldwell’s book takes a unique approach. Dr. Caldwell takes a “secular” leadership model and uses examples from the ministry of Jesus Christ to show this model in action. The management theories and techniques covered by this book will be familiar to those in management and business. What is not as familiar, however, is how these theories and techniques are seen in the ministry of Jesus. People have often said that “all truth is God’s truth.” In other words, if something is true, then it must have its foundation in the mind and heart of God. Further, such truth should display more of God and awaken more love for God in our hearts. As I have journeyed with Dr. Caldwell in this study, I have been amazed at how management and business principles, things that I would have heretofore considered “secular” and unrelated to Jesus, are seen in the leadership style of Jesus. Yet, what leader has started a larger, longer lasting, and more transformational movement than Jesus Christ, and who better exhibits trust and ethics in leadership than the incarnate Son of God? As you read this work, you will find easily-reviewed lists and clear steps for implementation of the theories proposed. You will also find helpful illustrations of how these theories are visible in the life and ministry of Jesus. You may even find yourself drawn to studying the ministry and leadership of Christ in more depth. If that is the case, that study will be an added benefit to you.