Christians are to be in the world, not of the world. But worldly self-interest has crept into the church. The ultimate goals of filling empty pews, constructing bigger buildings, and ultimately gaining greater glory for the church itself are disguised by seemingly altruistic strategies like ’church planting’ and ’marketing the Gospel.’ Wesleyan Leadership in Troubled Times calls the church to be holy and whole in motive, mission, and ministry. McKenna challenges the church to confront our self-interested culture with the self-sacrificing love of Jesus Christ.

Wesleyan Leadership in Troubled Times: Confronting the Culture, Challenging the Church

Christian Books & Bibles

David L. McKenna

Christian Living

Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City

Nehemiah’s life continues to serve as a significant model for leaders in the 21st century, even though he lived and served over 2500 years ago. From his beginnings as a cupbearer to the king to taking charge of rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, he teaches us a remarkably uncommon thing--how to lead as a servant.In Becoming Nehemiah, David McKenna invites the reader to join this remarkable man of God on a journey of leadership that matches the trials and challenges leaders face today. Through Nehemiah’s story, one recognizes the difficult task of balancing the promises of biblical leadership with the premises of secular leadership and learns how Nehemiah was able to serve with full integrity in both of these settings. Becoming Nehemiah will give pastors, church leaders, teachers, business professionals, or leaders of any kind compelling insights and practical advice as they begin their own journey to become servants who lead with significance.Becoming Nehemiah offers:Information and insight into the life of NehemiahPractical exercises at the end of each chapter to assist in developing one’s own journey regardless of the level of position he or she holdsScripture references, illustrations, and relevant examples that help to bring Nehemiah’s story into the 21st century

Becoming Nehemiah: Leading with Significance

"Mark is the first and most exciting communicator of the Gospel of Jesus Christ," says David L. McKenna. From Peter's eyewitness account, Mark gives us an inspired and authentic "you-are-there" report of the serving, suffering, and saving ministry of Jesus. It is Good News--the gospel of hope--a message needed as sorely today as it was by the persecuted Roman Christians for whom Mark wrote. Here is a commentary distinguished by its creativity, its clarity of thought and organization, its stunning use of illustrations from both rich personal experience and from wide acquaintance with literature of all periods.

The Communicator's Commentary: Mark

Religion & Spirituality

Word Pub Group

Communicator's Commentary, Vol. 2

This volume of Mastering the New Testament on Mark expresses David McKenna's talents and gifts under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This volume combines penetrating scholarship and powerful exposition. McKenna provides an outline of Mark's thought which equips us to prepare for our own teaching or preaching of his Gospel.

Mastering the New Testament: Mark (Communicator's commentary Series, Vol. 2)

Word Publishing

A future with a history: The Wesleyan witness of the Free Methodist Church, 1960-1995

A Future with a History: The Wesleyan Witness of the Free Methodist Church, 1960-1995

Light & Life Communications

Growing up in Christ: Realizing Our Spiritual Potential (A Study Guide for Small Groups)

Reference

Light and Life Communications

The Posterity Gospel

Light and Life Publishing

"Succession begins before we assume a position of leadership, not when we get ready to leave it," writes David McKenna. Instead of focusing narrowly on how a leader can maximize his or her role, McKenna illuminates a leader's place within the grand scope of an organization's history and mission. "A leader," McKenna informs, "builds upon the past, gives momentum to the present, and leaves the promise of greater things to come." To illustrate this "Succession Principle," McKenna points to "The Greatest Succession Story Ever Told"-that of John the Baptist preparing the way and then stepping aside for Jesus. Artfully weaving together the example of John the Baptist and wisdom gleaned from his own 50 years as pastor, educator, and executive in higher education, McKenna lays out 12 succinct rules of succession, guiding both new and experienced leaders from topics such as: building upon your organization's history and contributing to its ongoing story, perceiving the signals that tell when it's time to step aside, transferring loyalty from yourself to your successor, managing your emotions during your transition, rejoicing in a job well done and celebrating your successor, letting history be your judge. McKenna shows us how to be servant-leaders who prepare the way for greater things.

The Leader's Legacy

Barclay Press

David L. McKenna shares glimpses into his transition from 33 years as an executive in higher education, to taking walks and shopping for groceries. With insights that are often humorous and light-hearted, McKenna offers a helpful game plan for people taking a serious look at retirement.

Retirement Is Not for Sissies

Parenting & Relationships

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