Succession: Preparing Your Ministry for the Next Leader by Wright, Bryant

One of the most daunting tasks that a pastor will ever face is leading his congregation to the future he will not see. It is a reality that no leader wants to admit exists, but whether they like it or not, they will all have to face it one way or another.

Bryant Wright, the former long-term pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, faced this issue. After decades of serving his church, the Lord led Bryant to carry out a succession plan. This book captures that journey from the first conversations about stepping down to the final sermon he preached.

Succession discusses this journey in a way that shows the leadership of an experienced pastor, the wisdom of a knowledgeable shepherd, and the humility of an obedient servant. This book not only displays the heart of a man who loved and led his church well, but also serves as a model for those preparing for the most difficult task they will ever face.

Author: Bryant Wright
Publisher: B&H Books
Published: 06/07/2022
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 7.10h x 5.00w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781087758756

About the Author

Bryant Wright served in Southern Baptist life as both a pastor and SBC president before becoming the first President of Send Relief in 2020. He retired as the founding Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia, on December 15, 2019, where he pastored for 38 years.

Bryant is a straightforward communicator who uniquely connects God's unchanging truth with a diverse culture through compelling and creative teaching. In addition to his presidential duties at Send Relief, Wright serves as founder and chairman of Right From the Heart Ministries, a media ministry with an international presence, and continues to mentor younger pastors through this platform. He and his wife, Anne, live in Marietta and have three grown sons, three daughters-in-law and seven grandchildren.