He was the man behind the man. A true servant. A next-level leader.  
  
When longtime friend T. W. Wilson accepted the invitation to be Billy Graham's personal assistant, he had no idea how God would use him. But as he followed God's call, T. W. became the right-hand man whose wise counsel and dedicated service allowed Billy Graham's ministry to flourish. T. W. Wilson went on to greatly impact the world with his humble, purposeful servanthood.  
  
Discover the meaning, the purpose, and the kingdom calling of true biblical servanthood through the example of T. W. Wilson. Filled with interviews and stories from many of Billy Graham's associates, plus eight pages of photographs, this book offers a fascinating look inside the most successful evangelistic ministry of modern times, as well as an inspiring blueprint for purposeful servant-leadership.  
  
"T. W. Wilson was one of the most honorable, decent, nice men I have ever met. His love for Billy Graham knew no bounds, and his propensity for friendships was also unlimited."--George H. W. Bush, forty-first president of the United States  
  
"Stimulating and inspiring. Everyone will benefit from the leadership lessons that are revealed."--James T. Draper Jr., president and CEO, LifeWay Christian Resources  
  
"Precise, humorous, emotional, inspirational are words that effectively describe this book that should be read by every Christian."--Billy Kim, president, Baptist World Alliance; president, Far East Broadcasting Company, Korea

__Jay Dennis__ (D.Min., Fuller Theological Seminary) is pastor of the 5,000-member congregation of First Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida. A popular conference and seminary speaker, Dennis has coauthored three books: The Prayer Experiment, The Prayer Experiment Lab Manual, and Taming Your Private Thoughts. He also hosts a weekly television show and daily radio program. He and his wife, Angie, have two children.

"I want the world to hear the story of this great man."--Vonette Bright, Campus Crusade for Christ  
  
The church is composed of individuals equipped, gifted, and called to complete each other in ministry. Nowhere is there a better example of this than in the relationship Billy Graham had with his personal assistant and longtime friend, T. W. Wilson.  
  
Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader, or Christian who wants to make an impact in the world for Christ, you will be inspired and encouraged through the shining life example of T. W. Wilson. With humorous moments, behind-the-scenes accounts, and never-before-published stories, Leading with Billy Graham offers a candid look at a true servant.

Jay Dennis (DMin, Fuller Theological Seminary) is pastor of the five-thousand-member congregation of First Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida. A popular conference and seminary speaker, Dennis has coauthored three books: The Prayer Experiment, The Prayer Experiment Lab Manual, and Taming Your Private Thoughts. He also hosts a weekly television show and daily radio program. He and his wife, Angie, have two children.

Many Christians who want to impact the world mistakenly assume that influence belongs only to the ministry front-man-not to the next tier of leaders and unseen servants. But the life of T. W. Wilson proves otherwise. As Billy Graham's closest friend and longtime personal assistant, T. W. Wilson turned his own valuable leadership skills to the task of supporting Billy and ended up influencing thousands of lives both directly and indirectly. His life is an inspiring testimony to the power of "next-level" servanthood to maximize the power of the church for the twenty-first century.  
  
Filled with interviews and stories from many of Billy Graham's associates and eight pages of photographs, this book offers a fascinating look inside the most successful evangelistic ministry of modern times as well as an inspiring blueprint for purposeful servant-leadership.

Demonstrates principles of leadership and servanthood learned through T. W. Wilson's long-time involvement with Billy Graham and his ministry.

Dennis, Jay

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

A Personal Word from Billy Graham

Acknowledgments

1. What Is Next-Level Influence?

2. Who Was T. W. Wilson?

3. Spiritual Mile Markers: Next-Level Influencers Look Back

4. “Hello, Mr. President”: Next-Level Influencers Seize Divine Appointments

5. Beloved Barnabas: Next-Level Influencers Are Encouragers

6. Close Calls: Next-Level Influencers Trust God

7. Counseling Mr. Graham: Next-Level Influencers Are Discerning

8. Bob Hope, Romans 8:28: Next-Level Influencers Use Humor

9. Shhh! Don’t Tell: Next-Level Influencers Keep Confidences

10. The Accountability Factor: Next-Level Influencers Have Accountability

11. No Room for Wimps: Next-Level Influencers Have Courage

12. What Character Looks Like: Next-Level Influencers Have Integrity

13. Family and Friends: Next-Level Influencers Prioritize Relationships

Notes

About the Author

Many Christians who want to impact the world mistakenly assume that influence belongs only to the ministry front-man-not to the next tier of leaders and unseen servants. But the life of T. W. Wilson proves otherwise. As Billy Graham's closest friend and longtime personal assistant, T. W. Wilson turned his own valuable leadership skills to the task of supporting Billy and ended up influencing thousands of lives both directly and indirectly. His life is an inspiring testimony to the power of"next-level" servanthood to maximize the power of the church for the twenty-first century.  
  
Filled with interviews and stories from many of Billy Graham's associates and eight pages of photographs, this book offers a fascinating look inside the most successful evangelistic ministry of modern times as well as an inspiring blueprint for purposeful servant-leadership.

Dennis tells the story of T.W. Wilson, Billy Graham's closest friend and longtime personal assistant, and uses his life to demonstrate principles of leadership and servanthood.

Many Christians who want to impact the world mistakenly assume that influence belongs only to the ministry front-man-not to the next tier of leaders and unseen servants. But the life of T. W. Wilson proves otherwise. As Billy Graham's closest friend and longtime personal assistant, T. W. Wilson turned his own valuable leadership skills to the task of supporting Billy and ended up influencing thousands of lives both directly and indirectly. His life is an inspiring testimony to the power of "next-level" servanthood to maximize the power of the church for the twenty-first century. Filled with interviews and stories from many of Billy Graham's associates and eight pages of photographs, this book offers a fascinating look inside the most successful evangelistic ministry of modern times as well as an inspiring blueprint for purposeful servant-leadership.

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