AGTS BIBD 640 - This course is a study of biblical principles of leadership

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ASSEMBLIES OF GOD THEOLOGICAL SEMINARYBIBD 640 Biblical Approaches to Effective LeadershipJay P. Taylor, D.Min. Spring [email protected]; [email protected]: 417-268-1081; hm889-5123COURSE SYLLABUSCOURSE DESCRIPTIONThis course is a study of biblical principles of leadership. It will include an examination ofvarious Biblical models of leadership, the biblical qualities required of leaders, and biblicalprinciples for guiding leadership development. Following a thorough reflection upon theirown God-given ministry SHAPE, students will then explore practical strategies and skills fordeveloping into an effective spiritual leader in the Body of Christ.COURSE OBJECTIVESAt the end of this course the student should:1. gain a fresh understanding of biblical leadership, 2. appreciate various Biblical models of leadership and the qualities required ofleaders,3. recognize foundational biblical principles that should guide leadershipdevelopment, and the stages of leadership development,4. recognize the various styles of leadership, including his/her own preferences andcapabilities, 5. maximize their God-given ministry SHAPE,6. gain confidence and skills for effectively resolving conflict situations that mayarise in the church,7. apply skills learned in order to provide effective leadership in the church.COURSE METHODOLOGY The purpose of this course is not to merely present a set of facts, but to equip students withthe tools necessary to reflect critically from a biblical and personal perspective. To this end,class sessions will combine lecture, discussion, self-assessment tools, interactive exercises,case studies, examinations, and other instructional techniques. Regular and vigorous studentparticipation is expected.COURSE TEXTBOOKThe Bible (preferably NIV or NASB).Wilkes, Gene. Jesus on Leadership: Discovering the secrets of servant leadership from thelife of Christ. Tyndale House, 1998. (236 pages)Ortberg, John. The Life You’ve Always Wanted. Zondervan, 2002. (222 pages)Malphurs, Aubrey. Maximizing Your Effectiveness. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 1995. (198)McNeal, Reggie. Work of Heart: Understanding How God Shapes Spiritual Leaders. Jossey-Bass, 2000. (192 pages)McIntosh & Rima. Overcoming the Dark Side of Leadership. Baker Books, 1997. (214pages)Sande, Ken. The Peace Maker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict. BakerBooks, 2004. (261 pages)Assessment Instruments• Shawchuck, Norman. How You Can Help Me Manage Conflict More Effectively.Leith, ND: Spiritual Growth Resources, 1983. [Self-Assessment tool; 7 pp.]• LEAD: Leadership Styles Assessment • www.assessyourself.org (students will complete a battery of assessments at this site.)COURSE OUTLINEWeek 1: Introduction to biblical leadership• What us Spiritual Leadership?• Biblical Models of Leadership• Biblical Qualities of Leadership • Biblical principles guiding leadership development• Phases of MinistryWeek 2: The spiritual element of leadership• Personal Spiritual Formation and leadershipWeek 3: The personal element of leadership • Personal Ministry SHAPE• The Dark Side of Leadership/Johari’s Window Week 4: The public element of leadership• Maximizing Leadership Styles• Biblical approaches to communication • Biblical approaches to Integrity in Leadership Week 5: Conflict management• Biblical approaches for managing and resolving conflictCOURSE REQUIREMENTS1. Attend class regularly. Regular and vigorous student participation is a key component toa successful academic experience. The class atmosphere is to be personal and collegial.When appropriate, questions, comments, and discussion are both welcome and expected,with the understanding that they are part of the learning process in a group setting. Inrespect to others, it is assumed that cell phones, pagers, etc. will remain off in theclassroom. (AGTS’s degree completion attendance policy will be followed.)2. Complete weekly scheduled reading. The nature of the Degree Completion Programrequires that class sessions move through a significant amount of material in a relativelyshort period of time. Consequently, to maximize our time together, diligent preparationwill be expected of each student. Students are required to follow the schedule below.Students should complete the reading prior to the class session, since the class experiencewill complement the reading assignments. Students will be asked to verify that they havecompleted the reading. Reading due:Week 1 (March 28): Wilkes, Gene. Jesus on Leadership Week 2 (April 7): Ortberg, John. The Life You’ve Always WantedWeek 3 (April 11): Malphurs, Aubrey. Maximizing Your EffectivenessWeek 4 (April 18): McNeal, Reggie. Work of Heart Week 5 (April 25): Sande, Ken. The Peace Maker3. Complete weekly homework assignment. Beginning with the second session, you willcomplete and submit a homework assignment that corresponds to material covered. Homework due:Week 1 (March 28): (Read Wilke’s book prior to class. Nothing to turn in)Week 2 (April 7): Christian Life Profile & www.assessyourself.orgThere will be a form for you to verify which assessmentinstruments you completed.Week 3 (April 11): Have read McIntosh and Rima’s Dark Side of LdrshpWeek 4 (April 18): Personal SHAPE Assessment & ReflectionWrite a 4-5 page reflection on your own personalleadership SHAPE. Assess Your God-given strengthsand uniqueness, and the potential impact this has onyour ministry.Week 5 (April 25): Personal Leadership Styles Assessment & Reflection Upon completing this instrument, write a 1-2 pagereflection discussing the potential strengths andweaknesses of your dominant style.Conflict Resolution Styles assessment & Reflection Write a 1-2 page reflection discussing the potentialstrengths and weaknesses of your dominant style.4. Complete a final project. Each student will design a final project that assists him/her inintegrating materials from the course in their personal context. Each project should be theequivalent of at least 15 pages, and should demonstrate thoughtful and thorough research.The project should be well-written, and free from grammatical error. Project optionsinclude: • Multimedia project: Using the course as a starting point, develop a brief multimediapresentation (PowerPoint/Video/Music/Web-based, etc.) designed to effectively andrelevantly communicate an aspect of this course to a specified target audience. Awritten manuscript should accompany the electronic presentation. •


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