I am an avid reader and I try to plan out the books I want to read each year. I always pick some I end up not reading and add others that were not on my list. I thought I would share what I am currently reading and the books I plan on reading in 2012. You can actually go to this link to follow along all year – Good Reads. I keep my Good Reads list up to date and will often write a review on the books I finish.
Reading is a way to stretch ourselves and to learn and grow. Reading causes our minds to expand and stretch, which helps us to interact better with other people and handle situations better. Setting a goal to read a book or read 10 books is a great way to expand your horizons. Of course we need to be careful about the type of things we are reading, because what we read, feeds our belief systems and affects what we do in our relationships. I always try to make sure I am balanced in what I read. I also try to consistently read the Bible in order to make sure I am getting the real truth on a regular basis. I also read a daily devotional or two. This year I am doing the Message Devotional called Solo. I am also using my YouVersion app on my phone to do a daily devotion.
Currently Reading
The Flinch by Julien Smith
Practically Radical by William C. Taylor
Do More Great Work by Michael Bungay Stanier
Mentoring Leaders by Carson Pue
Leading at a Higher Level by Ken Blanchard
Fearless by Max Lucado
Courageous Leadership by Bill Hybels
On my to read list:
- Poke the Box by Seth Godin
- Helping People Win at Work by Ken Blanchard
- Slave: The Hidden Truth About Your Identity in Christ by John F. MacArthur Jr.
- The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs by Carmine Gallo
- Church Diversity by Scott Williams
- Great by Choice by Jim Collins
- Clever: Leading Your Smartest Most Creative People by Rob Goffee
- Leaders Who Last by Dave Kraft
- We Are All Weird by Seth Godin
- EntreLeadership by Dave Ramsey
- Leading from the Sandbox by T.J. Addington
- Outstanding: 47 Ways to Make Your Organization Exceptional by John G. Miller