CBM Christian Book Review - Greater Things: Unveiling 52 Epic Secrets of Leadership from Science and Scripture

Title: Greater Things:
Unveiling 52 Epic Secrets of Leadership from Science and Scripture
By: Dr. Heather Lyall
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Written as a Bible study for the Christian youth of today, the author highlights 52 leadership qualities that are proven through science and Scripture. Dedicated to the next generation these leadership qualities are defined and explained through a variety of ways, including using Scripture as an aid. The author notes that the study can be finished within a year if done one chapter per week. This Bible-study comes highly recommended for Christian youth that are interested in becoming their generation’s next leaders. “Greater Things” will come as you will see from the title.

Birthed out of a prayer and a question to the Lord, readers will see God’s answer: develop them. As a wife, mother, homeschooler, business leader, and Christian, Dr. Heather Lyall, writes to this generation to bring the “Greater Things” God wants them to accomplish. Well-written she covers such issues as: Leadership, Courage, Communication, Integrity, Confidence, Helping Others Build Confidence, Encouraging Others, Adaptability, and so much more. (Please see Table of Contents for a full list.)

She speaks to pastors as well on choosing a youth leader. Qualifications such as being nonjudgmental, possessing compassion, a positive attitude and unwavering love are foundational. Giving a suggested format, readers will appreciate the overlap of Biblical examples such as Moses, David, Joshua, Nehemiah, etc., connecting the Biblical to the stories the youth have heard growing up. This is an interactive study with discussion and application questions with plenty of room for notes. The author notes that quality trumps quantity and experience is the key. Putting into action each chapter suggestion is the fun part. As such, she has kept teaching sections short, as the author encourages the Bible-study to be led by interactivity and communication with each group member participating, making sure inclusivity and confidentiality bring a real togetherness and comradery within the group atmosphere. 

This comes as a much-needed and highly recommend read for pastors to inspire, teach, and encourage the next generation of leadership!  Greater Things is one of those reference books that blend Scripture and psychology into one timeless book that you will want on your library shelf.