Joshua McElhaney

Joshua McElhaney is a passionate author, seasoned minister, and transformational leadership coach with over 20 years of ministry experience. From preaching behind pulpits to walking with people through the messiness of life, Joshua has faithfully served in both primary and secondary leadership roles. His writing is marked by authenticity, spiritual depth, and a commitment to equipping others to lead with integrity and purpose.

As the founder of the FORMED Leadership Group and Crowned for Ministry, Joshua creates books, tools, and teaching resources that challenge cultural norms, confront internal struggles, and call believers into spiritual maturity. Whether he’s unpacking the heart of biblical leadership, exposing the traps of narcissistic Christianity, or guiding leaders through seasons of personal formation—his message remains clear: God doesn’t just call the gifted; He forms the surrendered.

Joshua is joyfully married to his best friend, Emily, and together they are raising eight incredible children—Mayli, Jaxson, Asher, Addison, Claire, and their miracle triplets: Olivia, Jude, and Grey.