So, I’ve been thinking about the things that I am reading online, in books, through blogs, in a magazine…Are they really teach me? Are they exposing me to change? Will I retain knowledge from these words that I choose to ‘eat?’ I am learning that the heart and mind are essential to being guarded… Philippians 4:7…so what we choose to see, read, and engage with will begin to define who I am.
You see – I am not a reader by nature or by heart. It takes discipline for me to seek out a book to read for pleasure. I do have to admit though that every year I set a goal to read one non-assigned book a month. This year I have been extremely behind because of overload in my MBA classes. But there are some that I would recommend to you as you will see below.
Recommendations:
Safe People – Drs. Cloud and Townsend
HUSH – Nicole Bromley
Gifted to Lead – Nancy Beach
Changes that Heal – Drs. Cloud and Townsend
Mentoring – Tim Elmore
Talent is Never Enough – J. Maxwell
These books have really shaped my thoughts about being who God would have me to be. Some days its simply a friend…others I am the mentor…and even still other days I am to be a safe person for someone who needs counseling.
Some books I am hoping to get my hands on for next year…
Crazy Love – Francis Chan
Love & Respect – Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
John – Beth Moore
Gracism – David Anderson
IT by Craig Croeschel
What is it that defines you? Do you follow a particular blog or podcast? How do you get fueled up, especially if you’re a leader, to keep going even when you’re tired?
