Great Leaders are Great Readers
Barry’s new book recommendation list.
While I crave learning and love to read, I often feel I don’t have the time to satisfy my appetite. But, this year the Elders of our church granted me a one-month study break! It was wonderful. This was the first time I took a whole month to read and write, the two things I love to do. I spent a few hours each day writing a church planting manual which is now published. The rest of the time I spent reading, researching, or listening to books on Audible. I finished nearly 20 books in the month!
Today I want to recommend a few of them to you as worth reading. Look over the list as I am sure one or two will grab your attention.
Self-care
Resilient by John Eldridge - A must-read for those feeling the effects of & challenged by the last 3 years.
Sifted by Wayne Gordeiro - What to do when you go through a difficult time of sifting & testing.
On The Edge of Hope by Dr. Mark Chironna - Mark is my favorite preacher. This book is about finding hope in difficult times.
The Deepest Well by Dr. Nadine Harris - Research on how childhood trauma affects adult health.
Leadership and Church Health
Turn The Ship Around by J. David Marque - A true story of a nuclear submarine commander on turning followers into leaders.
Passing the Baton by Terry Roberts - A great book on passing a local church on to the next pastor.
Succession by Peter Greer - Lots of wisdom on transitioning an organization or church to a successor.
The New One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard - A classic book on management made simple.
Replant 101 by Mark Hallack - Instead of trying to revitalize a dying church why not replant it?
What’s Next by Chris Hodges - A practical guide on taking steps to spiritual growth or leading others to take the next steps.
Stay in Your Lane by Lee Downingue - How to find your unique lane in life and learn to stay in it to succeed.
Church History
The Lost History of Christianity by Phillip Jenkins - Analysis of regions that were once Christian but have lost the faith.
Please feel free to comment below any books you would recommend I read next.
