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This chapter explores the significance of vision in personal development and leadership, emphasizing its role as a guiding force in sha** individual growth and inspiring others. It examines the concept of vision from both a biblical perspective, with a focus on agape love in the New Testament, and an organizational leadership perspective. The chapter highlights the transformative power of vision, its impact on personal and collective success, and the consequences of lacking a clear vision or visionary leader. The analysis includes research findings on the correlation between vision and New Testament Organizational Spirituality (NTOS-L) and the importance of vision in promoting commitment, productivity, and organizational culture. Overall, the chapter provides valuable insights and practical strategies for individuals seeking personal growth and aspiring to become effective leaders.
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Dean, D.J. (2024). The Relationships of New Testament Organizational Spirituality Behaviors and Vision. In: Dean, D.J., Winston, B.E., Bocarnea, M.C. (eds) Biblical Organizational Spirituality, Volume 3. Christian Faith Perspectives in Leadership and Business. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-51761-7_6
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