THE MAXWELL LEADERSHIP BIBLE Published by Thomas Nelson

I have had a copy of   THE MAXWELL LEADERSHIP BIBLE  since 2005,which is why I was very interested in reviewing the THIRD EDITION  of the New King James Version of the Bible with notes by the famous author / speaker John C Maxwell.  Two questions I am asking myself:

1. Why would anyone purchase a John C Maxwell Bible?
2. Is it necessary to get the newer edition if you have an older one?

Superficially, the newer copy has a great book cover but the Bible itself is red with writing on the sleeve identifying it as THE MAXWELL LEADERSHIP BIBLE - John C Maxwell NKJV. The print is bolder much easier to read. The older version I have , copyright 2002, has 1,616 pages whereas the newer one has 1,629. But we are looking for the added value as is provided by John C Maxwell himself  so let's now look at content.

First I see an exert from the writings of Kevin A. Myers "What On Earth Is God Doing? Pretty much an overview of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation - confirming that there is nothing happening today that is a surprise to God.

As I moved forward into the Bible itself, beginning with the beginning I noticed how information is presented is different but it is still the same information. Both Bibles present Mr. Maxwell's teachings on leadership laws, qualities. and issues as well as Profiles in leadership.

But with the newer edition there is more!  For years, perhaps decades, John C Maxwell has shared his knowledge of leadership from a biblical perspective through speeches, classes and book. Anyone who has ever read the Bible knows that every time you read it you learn something- THE MAXWELL LEADERSHIP BIBLE contains the somethings Mr. Maxwell has learned over the years some of which you will find in greater detail in his books.

Why would anyone purchase THE MAXWELL LEADERSHIP BIBLE?  Because Christians have to distinguish themselves from worldly leadership and the only way to do this is by studying God's words. By having leadership principles and their modern day applications pointed out being a God pleaser and not a man pleaser is that much easier.

Is it necessary to get the newer edition if you have an older one? I would say YES, if you don't have all of John C Maxwell's leadership books. NO, if you have and have read all of John C Maxwell's leadership books.  YES, if you are like me and like the idea of having reminders of various principles written in your Bible.

Though this is a review copy and I often give away such Bibles- this one is a keeper for me! 
                                                                                                   written by Marsha L F Randolph

I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

BOOK REVIEW: LEADERSHIP PROMISES FOR EVERY DAY

THE COMPLETE 101 COLLECTION by John C. Maxwell

John C. Maxwell is an expert at teaching individuals how to be effective in speaking as well as leading; he does this through his books, videos and workshops. The 101 series is a must have set of books for anyone who is interested in being the best at whatever he or she chooses to be which is why THE COMPLETE 101 COLLECTION is a must have.
My personal opinion is that THE COMPLETE 101 COLLECTION is an excellent resources for not only developing leadership skills but also great tool for self-evaluation. Read book 1/ chapter 1 “Attitude”, by the time you get to the chapter/ subchapter “What Shapes A Person’s Attitude” you will understand how reading this book can help in all of your interactions with people.
By the time you get to the last book / chapter of THE COMPLETE 101 COLLECTION- “Mentoring 101”- it will be easy to see how the tips and observations John Maxwell shares in this book can apply to not just being a leader but a spouse and a parent.
Of course, John C. Maxwell’s target audience are individuals who are or want to be leaders.  I have quite a few of his books including The John C. Maxwell Leadership Bible, as a Christian I appreciate his faith based lessons on leadership. The six 101 leadership books found in THE COMPLETE 101 COLLECTION- What Every Leader Needs To Know provides any leader a resource for self evaluation as well as career development. I recommend this book. xxx Marsha L Randolph

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