Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1. Introduction to emotional intelligence. Six basic assumptions of emotional intelligence -- A brief history of emotional intelligence -- The importance of emotional intelligence -- Part 2. Understanding emotional intelligence. The definition of emotional intelligence -- The definition of an emotion -- The primary, core emotions -- A biblical theology of the emotions 1 -- A biblical theology of the emotions 2 -- Assessing emotional maturity -- Part 3. Becoming an emotionally mature leader. Developing emotional maturity models 1-3 -- Developing emotional maturity model 4.

There are many things that make up a great leader. The ability to motivate, to see the big picture, to delegate. But perhaps just as important, if not more so, is the leader's emotional intelligence (EQ). How we feel impacts how we lead, and how those we lead feel about themselves when they're around us affects how well they follow our leadership. It follows then that if we want to be the most effective leaders, we must be emotionally mature. In this practical book, church leadership expert Aubrey Malphurs shows church and ministry leaders how to assess, understand, and improve both their own EQ and that of their followers, so that they can inspire the very best in their churches and organizations. -- ‡c From back cover.