Includes bibliographical references.

Part 1. Why read a book about leadership teams? Myths we believe: how many of these do you think are true? -- Your vantage point: how is your church being led right now? -- Expert commentary by Jim Tomberlin -- Part 2. Why do leadership teams make sense? The Bible speaks: scriptural foundations for senior leadership teams, with Sid Buzzell -- Expert commentary by Matt Carter -- Passing fad or here to stay: ten practical reasons for senior leadership teams -- Expert commentary by David Fletcher -- Part 3. How well is your team thriving? Reality check: eight common reasons teams fail -- Expert commentary by Geoff Surratt -- Our survey says: the collaborative disciplines of teams that thrive -- Expert commentary by Ed Stetzer -- Part 4. What are the collaborative disciplines of teams that thrive? Discipline 1: focus on purpose, the invisible leader of your team -- Expert commentary by Will Mancini -- Discipline 2: leverage differences in team membership -- Expert commentary by Morgan McKenna -- Discipline 3: rely on inspiration more than control to lead -- Expert commentary by Crawford Loritts -- Discipline 4: intentionally structure your decision-making process: part 1. collaborating while seeking God's voice -- Expert commentary by Ron Edmondson -- Discipline 4: intentionally structure your decision-making process: part 2. collaborating in the midst of conflict -- Expert commentary by Tony Morgan -- Discipline 5: build a culture of continuous collaboration -- Expert commentary by Jenni Catron -- Part 5. What's your best next step? Six ways to avoid sabotaging your team -- Expert commentary by Sam Chand -- Catalyze your team's growth -- Expert commentary by Mark DeYmaz.