Journal of Biblical Perspectives in Leadership

The Journal of Biblical Perspectives in Leadership (JBPL) is a refereed scholarly journal that provides a forum for international research and exploration of leadership studies focused on the Hebrew and Christian scriptures. Representing the multidisciplinary fields of biblical, social-science, historical, and leadership studies, JBPL publishes qualitative research papers that explore, engage, and extend the field of knowledge and understanding of the phenomenon of leadership within the contexts of the Hebrew and Christian scriptures.

Winter 2027 Issue Call for Papers:

JPBL encourages manuscript submissions that contribute to diverse conceptualizations of the theme for the Winter 2027 issue: Steward Leadership and Human Flourishing. We had such a profound interest in this theme for our prior issue that we are continuing it for one more. This important topic has implications for both sacred and secular organizations. We invite scholars of all Christian faith traditions to respectfully engage the field of knowledge and understanding of organizational spirituality as found within the scriptures. We encourage research exploring topics including, but not limited to: (a) One or more dimensions of steward leadership and how these dimensions foster flourishing, (b) The biblical roots of steward leadership and their practical implications for contemporary leadership contexts, (c) Comparisons and contrasts between steward leadership and other leadership theories, (d) Steward leadership from the perspectives of both leaders and followers, (e) Critical analyses of stewardship and leadership resilience from the biblical narrative, (f) Biblical stewardship and the role of artificial intelligence on leadership theory.

While Servant Leadership and Human Flourishing is the theme for Winter 2027, authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts that explore various leadership topics from a biblical perspective. Abstracts are due by October 15, 2026, and completed manuscripts are due by December 15, 2026, to be considered for the Winter 2027 issue of JBPL.

Submission Guidelines: The editor will screen the manuscript for appropriateness and then send it to at least two reviewers for detailed assessment. Exegetical, social, leadership, organizational, conceptual, and historical studies using qualitative methods are welcome. The primary criteria will be the soundness of the methodological approach and grounding in exegetical and leadership studies theories. Exegetical contributions extending existing leadership concepts and theories in the Hebrew and Christian scriptures are welcome.

Manuscripts should be submitted to the editor as an email attachment in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format to jbpl@regent.edu.

Include correct author identifying information on the title page only, and remove the author's information in the "tools-options-user information" section. If there are multiple authors, please identify the contact author. Please ensure that:

The title of the manuscript is placed at the top of the abstract page.
The submission contains all tables, figures, and references in a single file.
Three or four keywords are included in your e-mail to help us assign the manuscript to the appropriate reviewers.
You include your assurances that the manuscript is original and is not under review at any other journal.
Your submission (including references) conforms to the writing style as outlined in the Chicago Manual of Style (18th edition) or APA (7th edition).
All text, including references, is double-spaced in Arial font (12-point type) with one-inch margins.
Your title page includes complete contact information for all authors, including mailing addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, and fax numbers.
Your abstract is 200 words or fewer.
Your submission contains only the necessary footnotes.
Nothing in your manuscript file other than the title page identifies the authors. Before submission, please erase the manuscript's "properties" (under FILE in Microsoft Word).
The text of your submission (including the title page, abstract, body of the paper, tables, figures, and references) is between 4000 and 8000 words.
Any prior publication of data featured in the manuscript is explicitly acknowledged either in the manuscript or in the transmittal letter to the editor. Any forthcoming or "in press" articles that use the data should be forwarded to the editor with the submission. Please provide proof of copyright clearance for any previously published materials used in the article, such as photographs, tables, charts, graphics, etc.
Your submission includes a brief author's bio for each author, noting name, position/title, organization, and email address.

Your submission will be acknowledged by return e-mail when assigned to reviewers (usually within one week of receipt). All authors submitting for publication will be asked to complete a Permission to Publish form.

Any questions concerning electronic submission should be directed to the editorial staff at paulpal@regent.edu or alexg.wright@gmail.com.

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