A warm, winsome, and captivating forty-day journey to Godly leadership. It makes me, as a parent and Christian leader, want to follow the Shepherd more closely, as I seek to be a shepherd after God’s own heart.
Anne Graham Lotz, Founder and President, AnGeL Ministries

Real-life stories of the rugged nomadic lives of shepherds bring to life numerous Scriptures to teach us the hard lessons of leadership. Leaders are called to be not only tender and loving, but also tough and disciplined.
Dr. John M. Perkins, President, The John M. Perkins Foundation

Accomplishing what few authors can, Laniak creates powerful images with fascinating stories, exegetical insights, and stunning photos, bringing biblical leadership to life for pastors and lay leaders alike. I recommend this theologically integrated, visually stimulating, and thoroughly spiritual journey for today’s shepherd leaders. 
Dr. James F. Cobble, Jr. Founder, Institute of Church Leadership

Laniak brings to life the realties and rewards of leadership by illuminating a centuries-old image. Reading his fascinating anthropological observations and rich scriptural insights will make spiritual shepherds anywhere in the world better leaders and better followers.
Dr. Samuel J. Voorhies, Director, International Leadership Development, World Vision International

After pastoring for twenty-five years and reading everyone from Covey to Kostenbaum and Friedman, I have never found anything as valuable for engaging the topics of pastoral leadership. A must read for those who desire to lead congregations and bring the essential values of the Kingdom beyond the parish to the world.
Rev. Marty McCarthy, Rector, Saint John’s Episcopal Church, Charlotte, NC

More than an inspirational read, this book is a timely invitation into the shepherd’s world which will compel you to reflect on your Christian life and leadership with a new sense of awe and assurance. Be prepared to be taken deeper in your spiritual journey as you embark on this forty-day retreat.
Dr. Barry Corey, President, Biola University

In my work with Christian institutions that train leaders in the majority world, I discern a scarcity of mature theological reflection on the person and practice of the leader. Because Laniak’s reflection is so deeply grounded in Scripture and its cultural context, I will recommend this work enthusiastically to Jesus’ undershepherds everywhere, who will find its orientation immediately relevant.
Dr. David Baer, President and CEO, Overseas Council

In a day when leadership is often more about the leader than anyone else, Laniak helps us see our role as God’s undershepherds and our responsibility to care for those whom we lead. Laniak’s refreshing insights provide a roadmap for further reflection long after the 40 days of readings have been completed.
John Pellowe, CEO, Canadian Council of Christian Charities

Laniak invites us to pause beside still waters and consider forty inspiring and practical lessons at the intersection of biblical scholarship, organizational leadership and ministry practice.  Anyone entrusted with ministry responsibilities will be treated to exceptional leadership insights, welcome guidance, and rare encouragement to renew their passion for attending to the needs of God’s flock.
Dr. Mark W. McCloskey, Lead Faculty, Transformational Leadership, Bethel Seminary

Believing that the shepherding task flows from a heart of compassion and a clear sense of justice, Laniak reminds us of the places, people, perplexities, priorities, purposes, and perseverance to which we are called.
Dr. Claude Alexander, Senior Pastor, The Park Ministries, Charlotte, NC

A spiritual quest that could have been written specifically for military chaplains who, like the Bedouin, travel barren wildernesses, self-sacrificially serve God’s people, and advocate for the lonely and lost. I enthusiastically recommend this book for institutional chaplains whose work is beyond the confines and security of the parish setting.
Captain Jessie R. Tate, Fleet Chaplain, Commander US Fleet Forces Command

Pastors and leaders need now more than ever a clear biblical perspective of what it means to be “shepherds after God’s own heart.” A most needed and timely book that warms the heart and lifts the spirit, for it is by no means easy being a pastor or leader today.
Dr. Danny Goh, Associate Dean & Chair, Pastoral Theology, Singapore Bible College

More than a book on leadership theory, While Shepherds Watch Their Flocks is an invitation to undergo a cultivation process to become a biblical shepherd leader. Laniak writes with warmth and conviction, providing a mine of insights, reflections, and applications waiting to be unearthed!
Lim K. Tham, General Secretary, Bible Society of Singapore and National Council of Churches of Singapore

In this noisy world we live in, filled with every kind of leadership theory, it is refreshing to gain biblical insights from Tim Laniak’s Shepherd-inspired leadership paradigm
Dr. Peng Chung mien, Chairman of the Church Council, Bethesda Church, Singapore

A refreshing devotional that draws the long time Christian leader back to first base… and equally equips the new pastor, elder or deacon who desires to remain faithful over the long haul.
Dr. David Yap, Pastor, Yio Chu Kang Chapel, Singapore and Chairman, SIM East Asia

Tim Laniak draws upon the earthy experiences of real shepherds, exploring issues from the flock level up. He makes shepherding a difficult as well as an easy task - difficult because it requires everything we've got, but easy because it does not require anything else.
Dr. David Wong, Leadership Mentor, Finishing Well Ministries, Singapore.

A breath of fresh air for pastors and lay leaders alike. While so many leadership books focus on methodology, this book addresses the heart of ministry. Dr. Laniak masterfully rehearses the wide spectrum of pastoral theology that pervades the Scriptures. His personal experience among shepherds adds significant insight in understanding both Scripture and real life ministry. I'm recommending it as must reading for all my students!
S. Donald Fortson, Ph.D. Assoc. Prof. of Church History and Practical Theology
Reformed Theological Seminary