Tidwell Summary Chapter 4

Next in chapter four Tidwell highlights the value of a plan which builds continuity and unity within the church. A good plan will develop leaders and member; it can help to bring others to Christ. (93) In chapter five Tidwell emphasizes the value of organization by utilizing the biblical examples of Moses and the twelve apostles. In addition four benefits of good organization are spell out. (109) In chapters six through eight Tidwell points out that human, physical and Financial resources are necessary for administration to be effective with in the church. Developing a Budget and sound stewardship practices will enable the church to implement the ministries of the church. (159) Next in chapter nine Tidwell focuses on administrative control
which incorporates suggestion from the previous eights chapter of the book. Tidwell concludes this book by considering the basic skills necessary for effective leadership such as planning, initiating, promotion, organizing, delegation, directing, motivating, controlling, performing, influencing, supervising, evaluating, communicating, and representing.