John Stott: The Humble Leader*

John Stott

The Humble Leader

In the Trailblazers Series!  Kicked out of Sunday School at All Souls Church as a boy, for hiding a dagger in his sock, John Stott was certainly not expected to grow up to be a pastor! Even John’s father had other hopes and ambitions for his eldest son. So John received the best education that money could buy. He went to the best schools and the best university. John’s family wanted him to be a success and a credit to the Stott name.

And he was. John was bright, energetic and dedicated. However, something happened that changed the direction of his life. Family ambitions took second place to serving the Lord Jesus Christ and working for God’s glory. So, in a bizarre twist of God’s providence the little boy who had been banished from All Souls Sunday School eventually became its minister!

John was so highly regarded in England, he even became Chaplain to the Queen. What was it that brought the naughty little Sunday School student full circle? How did he get into Time Magazine as one of the 20th century’s most influential people? Why is ‘Uncle John’ listened to by many, read by thousands and recognized across the world as a pastor, friend and leader?

About the Author

Author Julia Cameron is Director of Publishing for The Lausanne Movement. She lives in Oxford, U.K.

Customer Reviews:

“Uncle John was a unique man with an extraordinary sense of self discipline, which I am sure children today can learn from. His clear conviction of the gospel, willingness to work hard, determination to live simply and truthfully and his authentic relationship with Jesus, are a real challenge and encouragement. This account of his life has been written in a way that engages young readers, and will make them feel they have met the man who was named as Time Magazine’s top 100 most influential people in the world!” — Brenda Beckett

More about John Stott: The Humble Leader

“The author gives a simple but detailed account of Stott’s life and ministry, which is accessible for younger readers. At the end of several chapters there are some brief fact-files with further information about some of the subjects covered. There are also some maps of some of the different locations mentioned within the book.

This book will serve as a useful introduction to one of the finest preachers and Bible expositors of the twentieth century. As this book is directed at younger readers, it does not mention some controversial issues such as the 1966 debate with Dr Martyn Lloyd-Jones or Stott’s views on eternal punishment. It does however, detail some of the key moments in his ministry, such as his acquisition and use of the Hookes retreat in South Wales, student missions with Billy Graham, and overseas trips.

There is still much to learn from his ministry today, and the full influence of his ministry still remains to be seen. This book could be a good for stimulating some discussion within Christian youth groups. Hopefully, this book will whet a few appetites to go on with further reading in later years. — Andrew Young, Fraserburgh, UK

Table of Contents

1. Living in Hartley Street
2. Off to School
3. Map of Cambridge
4. A Student at Cambridge
5. Spotlight on Pacifism and War
6. Training for the Church
7. A Curate Becomes Homeless
8. All Souls Retor
9. Escaping to the Hookses
10. Students, Students, and More Students!
11. The Worldwide Church
12. Spotlight on the Lausanne Movement
13. The Man Himself
14. Timeline
15. Thinking Further
16. Ideas for Things to do