JOHN K LOMAX
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A Book That Transforms Leadership Through Faith
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What Leaders are saying about this incredible book
A Book That Transforms Leadership Through Faith
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Review of From The Pulpit To The Pew
From The PULPIT To The PEW: 7 Steps to Elevate Your Church Leadership by John K. Lomax is truly inspiring and worth reading. The author didn’t just write the 7 steps just because he felt they were important, but because he has lived to embrace the steps through continuous experiences and learning. Personally, I’ve been a liturgical coordinator in the Catholic Students Association at university, and I’ve had a passion for being a choir leader and a pianist, as I do believe in singing: I get to pray and praise God. But the fear in me has always been a stumbling block. Reading the book has encouraged me to face my fears and to take up the roles by taking the road less traveled.
John K. Lomax found solace in scripture, prayer, and meditation, after being convicted of death by motor vehicle and sentenced to five years in prison. It became a turning point, and he found meaning in life by God’s grace, which became the foundation of his redemption. Through his experiences, he has identified seven key steps to becoming the best religious leader who leads people in ways that align with God’s will and teachings.
Supporting each principle with relevant scripture enhanced my understanding of the steps. Two scriptures I loved most were Philippians 4:6 and Matthew 7:3-5. I found them reassuring and spiritually enriching. The author sufficiently explained that we don’t usually realize our blind spots, but by accepting criticism from people we trust, like his wife, and heeding the corrections, we are enabled to become effective and better leaders. I’m going to listen to my mentors from now onwards.
Religious leaders seeking to grow in faith and love and become the best and most reliable leaders will find this book really educational. I learned that trust, love, self-awareness, and humility are the best among many values that make us excel in our leadership roles. With my daily struggles, I do find it difficult to balance my leadership roles and my academics, but I now believe I can manage them well. The book enlightened me on the best ways to tackle it. How do we differentiate between what is good and bad as leaders? How do we know that we are doing it for God’s glory and not our own comfort? Get a copy of the book to learn more.
The book is short and direct to the point. The author’s personal stories and well-chosen scriptures enhance readers’ understanding; therefore, I’m sure readers will appreciate the book. It also offered reflection questions at the end of every step, which allowed room for me to deeply resonate with the scriptures and lessons. I really couldn’t find anything to dislike about the book. I found a few grammatical errors that didn’t at all interfere with my reading experience, suggesting the book was well-edited. I therefore confidently rate the book 5 stars out of 5 stars.