IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL PRACTICE (IJRCP )

E-ISSN 2579-0501
P-ISSN 2695-219X
VOL. 10 NO. 1 2025
DOI: 10.56201/ijrcp.vol.10.no1.2025.pg27.35

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The Emergence of Transformational Leader: An Exegetical Study of Joshua 1:1-9 For Effective Church Leadership

Sunday Oluwafemi AJEDOKUN

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Abstract

The Church like any organization is in the era marked by societal shifts, cultural complexities, and a rapidly changing religious landscape which makes the need for effective leadership; transformational leadership paramount. This paper explores Joshua 1:1-9 as to the emergence of a transformational leader within the context of effective church leadership exegetically. The paper points out the divine commission, visionary direction, inner strength, and continuous learning demonstrated by Joshua. Moreover, the pericope is considered a timeless blueprint for inspiring, empowering, and guiding congregations toward transformative change. This study conclusively underscores the fact that effective church leadership is not merely about achieving goals but empowering others to live out their faith and make a difference in the world, guided by the principles of God's Word as it was demonstrated in the emergence of Joshua after Moses.

keywords:

Effective leadership, Transformational leadership, Church leadership, Visionary

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