Replenish

An experienced pastor sounds the alarm about dangers that threaten the soul of a leader, offering hope for a sustainable and enjoyable life. "Lance Witt understands both the dynamics of church ministry and the interior landscape of the soul. He has written wise counsel that addresses directly and transparently those parasites that seek to feed on a church leader's spirit."--John Ortberg, author, The Me I Want to Be Every leader functions on two stages--the front stage and the back stage. The front stage is the public world of leadership. The back stage is the private world of the leader. There are many resources to help you succeed on the front stage. But who is talking to you about you and your backstage life? In a caring, encouraging tone, Replenish shows you how to: prioritize matters of the soul develop healthy spiritual practices address problems that lead to burnout create a healthy rhythm in your life craft a healthy leadership culture develop better systems in your church move toward an unhurried life If you ever feel alone, in over your head, or simply in need of replenishment, this book will offer welcome relief and a healthy way forward. "Like many in ministry, I've found myself drowning in techniques and tools to the neglect of my soul. Lance Witt has thrown a life preserver with a perfect toss. Grab on and let him pull you back to Jesus."--Will Mancini, author, Church Unique ; founder of Auxano "I will be taking our entire church staff through this book."--Todd Mullins, lead pastor, Christ Fellowship, West Palm Beach, Florida "I think every leader should read this book at least once a year to recalibrate what we do with how and why we do it."--Chip Ingram, pastor, Venture Church; president of Living on the Edge An experienced pastor sounds the alarm about dangers that threaten the soul of a leader, offering hope for a sustainable and enjoyable life. Every leader functions on two stages--the front stage and the back stage. The front stage is the public world of leadership. The back stage is the private world of the leader. There are many resources to help you succeed on the front stage. But who is talking to you about you and your backstage life? In a caring, encouraging tone, Replenish shows you how to: ● prioritize matters of the soul ● develop healthy spiritual practices ● address problems that lead to burnout ● create a healthy rhythm in your life ● craft a healthy leadership culture ● develop better systems in your church ● move toward an unhurried life If you ever feel alone, in over your head, or simply in need of replenishment, this book will offer welcome relief and a healthy way forward.

Pages: 240, Paperback, Baker Books