Practicing Greatness

The book Practicing Greatness 7 Disciplines of Extraordinary Spiritual Leaders by Reggie McNeal and Ken Blanchard presents a practical, faith-centered roadmap for church and ministry leaders seeking to move from good intentions to sustained impact. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, the authors outline seven core disciplines—ranging from personal spiritual formation and character development to vision casting, team building, empowering others, leading change, engaging community, and creating systems for disciple-making—and offer real-world stories, reflective questions, and actionable practices to help leaders embed these disciplines into daily life and organizational culture. Clear and accessible, the book emphasizes habits that produce measurable growth, servant leadership, and flourishing congregations and communities.