Books and tools worth your time
Sorted by the leader who needs them most. A title earns a place here only when it has proven useful on a working pastor's shelf.
For Senior Pastors
Taking Your Church to the Next Level
What changes at each church size, and what it asks of the pastorView on Amazon
For Associate & Under-Shepherds
Leading from the Second Chair
Serving well under another leader without losing your voiceView on Amazon
For Worship Leaders
For Youth Pastors
For every leader
How To Manage God's Money
A Bible-based blueprint for building wealth without compromising your faithView on Amazon
Ministry gear
Tools for the study and the stage that working church leaders rely on.
Mighty Bright Hammerhead Music Stand Light
Readable charts on a dim stage without washing out the roomView on Amazon
ESV Vest Pocket New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs
Fits a jacket pocket for hospital visits and bedside prayerView on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate, Church Leader Today earns from qualifying purchases. It never changes what we recommend.
Leader Letters from Eric V. Hampton
Nearly 30 years as a senior pastor and executive pastor. Now leading operations for a church of 10,000+ weekly.
Just Because It's Working Doesn't Mean It's Sustainable.
Discover why successful church programs can become unsustainable and learn three questions every pastor should ask before planning for 2027.
Leader Letter · Oct 17, 2026Your Church Has a Culture. But Is It the One You Intended?
Discover how church leaders shape culture through everyday decisions, accountability, and the behaviors they reward or tolerate.
Leader Letter · Oct 10, 2026Delegation Doesn't Eliminate Responsibility
Delegation is essential for healthy church leadership, but accountability still matters. Discover four practical ways pastors can delegate without…
Leader Letter · Oct 3, 2026Don't Break the System to Get the Superstar
What can church leaders learn from the Kawhi Leonard and Clippers situation? Great leaders protect culture, accountability, and organizational systems even…
All Leader Letters at ericvhampton.com