The Kenosis Covenant: Wesleyan Perspectives on Leadership Formation and Renewal

“The Kenosis Covenant: Wesleyan Perspectives on Leadership Formation and Renewal” by David J. Gyertson, Ph.D., explores a holistic approach to leadership rooted in Wesleyan theology. This document outlines the need for leaders to integrate learning, loving, and serving through a renewed mind, sanctified heart, and sacrificial service. Gyertson emphasizes “kenotic leadership,” inspired by Jesus’ humility and self-emptying as described in Philippians 2:1-18, to foster a model of leadership that is Christ-centered and Scripture-anchored. Dr. Gyertson invites leaders to ruminate on this topic to inspire them into deep, transformative discipleship.

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