This one might not seem so inspiring at first glance, but it has truly revolutionized my understanding of how a church is to be structured and led.  The premise is that the model of pastor as CEO of the church is more cultural than biblical.  The church was meant to be led by a team of biblically qualified men–a plurality of elders.  This idea has been such an encouragement to me in ministry.  While a “lead pastor/elder” has some unique responsibility, the burden of leading a church does not rest on his shoulders alone.   God knew what He was doing when He instituted this model for shepherding a church.  So, Biblical Eldership makes the cut of 20 “must pack” books.