Leadership is one of the greatest challenges and opportunities of our generation. Across every sphere of society—business, government, education, and the church—the call is the same: We need leaders who can be trusted.
In Empowered to Lead, Dr. Billy Wilson, President of Oral Roberts University and a respected global leader, shows how to develop the character and skills that sustain impactful leadership. Drawing on decades of executive leadership and global ministry, Dr. Wilson offers a Spirit-empowered roadmap for leading with integrity, courage, and vision in the twenty-first century. Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time or seeking to expand your influence, this book will equip you to lead with faith, wisdom, and practical insight—and to make a lasting difference.
True leadership doesn’t just manage: it inspires, empowers, and transforms. You can become the kind of leader who impacts the world.
DR. BILLY WILSON serves as the fourth president of Oral Roberts University. Since taking office in 2013, he has guided the university through the largest campus expansion in its history and a season of unprecedented growth and global impact. With more than four decades of executive leadership experience, Dr. Wilson also serves as global chair of Empowered21 and chair of the historic Pentecostal World Fellowship. He is recognized globally for his unwavering ethics in leadership and as a champion for new generations of Spirit-empowered leaders. Previously, Dr. Wilson served as executive officer of the Azusa Street Centennial and helped launch the Awakening America Alliance, fostering national prayer and spiritual renewal movements. He has authored several books, including Generation Z: Born for the Storm, The Power of One, and the revised editions of Fasting Forward and Father Cry. A sought-after Bible communicator, his weekly television program, World Impact with Dr. Billy Wilson, can be seen in over 150 nations. Dr. Wilson and his wife, Lisa, have two children and seven grandchildren.
“ Empowered to Lead should be required reading for every leader
and anyone aspiring to lead in any sphere of life. ”
– Christine Caine; Founder, A21 & Propel Women
“ Dr. Wilson combines his life experiences and knowledge of the Spirit’s work in the life of a leader to give us a resource that will help
leaders turn their vision into reality. ”
– Doug Clay; General Superintendent, Assemblies of God
“ Empowered to Lead reignites your passion for living out your purpose by refueling your faith. ”
– Chris Hodges; Chancellor, Highlands College, Founding Pastor, Church of the Highlands; Author of Pray First and Breathe Again
“ This encouraging book will undoubtedly serve as an invaluable resource for anyone who desires to be a leader not just of people, but of
transformation, all through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. ”
– Bill Johnson; Senior Leader, Bethel Church, Redding, CA; Author of Removing the Sting of Death and God Is Good
“ Developed through decades of leadership experience, everyone, regardless of their role or responsibilities, will benefit from Dr. Wilson’s wisdom and perspective. ”
– Samuel Rodriguez; Lead Pastor, New Season
“ What an edifying, powerful book. Every Spirit-filled leader should read it. ”
– Larry Stockstill, D.D.; Founder and Director, Pastors University




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