My Reading List for 2010 - At Least a Start

Since my last blog several have asked about my current reading list. Here is a look at what is on the list for the start of the year. The easiest way to get a chapter to download is to “google” the title.

Holy Bible – I have the NIV (new one for Christmas) and NKJV at my reading morning place.

Devotional – Streams in the Desert by L. B. Cowman, edited by Jim Reimann. The Exec Leadership team of Seismic Publishing Group decided that we would each use this devotional in 2009. I am continuing with the same one this year.

Books

Men of Honor Women of Virtue, Chuck Stecker, 2010, Seismic Publishing Group. I am re-reading what I wrote. It is not an ego trip but I did a lot of research for this book and I am refreshing to keep myself fresh – if that makes sense. One of the changes in the book is that we have moved the study guides from the end of the book to having them follow each chapter. Should be available at the end of January @ www.achosengeneration.org

Master Leaders, George Barna, 2009, Barna Books (an imprint of Tyndale House) – This is really a great book and one that needs to be processed. A very good book for small group study as well. You may download a chapter at:

Leadership as an Identity, by Crawford W. Loritts, Jr, 2009, Moody Publishers – Crawford Loritts has long been one of my favorite speakers at men’s events. His messages are always worth the time and hit me right between the eyes. This book is no different. He identifies four traits that leaders have; 1) Brokenness 2) Uncommon Communion 3) Servanthood as an Identity and 4) Radical, Immediate Obedience. Filled with “Notes on Leadership.”

What Americans Really Want…Really, Dr. Frank I. Luntz, 2009, Hyperion Books. This book helps us understand and then develop strategies to reach this generation. “No one in America has done more observing of more people than Dr. Frank I. Luntz. From Bill O'Reilly to Bill Maher, America's leading pundits, prognosticators, and CEOs turn to Luntz to explain the present and to predict the future. With all the upheavals of recent events, the plans and priorities of the American people have undergone a seismic shift. Businesses everywhere are trying to market products and services during this turbulent time, but only one man really understands the needs and desires of the New America.”

Think Orange, Reggie Joiner, 2009, David C. Cook. An amazing book that speaks to the very issue of “InterGenerational Ministry” in youth ministry. It is a book that needs to be read by every pastor, youth leader and parent. What Joiner advocates is the power of church and family combined in a young person’s life.

Lost and Found, Ed Stetzer, 2009, B&H Publishing Group. The sub-title is “The Younger Unchurched and the Churches That Reach Them.” Stetzer and the co-authors have researched and share some very good insights, not the least of which is the power of “intergenerational” relationships. This is a very important book for church leaders.

The Intergenerational Church, Peter Menconi, 2008, Mt. Sage Publishing. Pete has done a great job in analyzing the generations within this current generation. Pete has been doing “Intergenerational” ministry for many years and his book is a foundational look at the world we live in today. You can get this book from www.achosengeneration.org.

Good Day! The Paul Harvey Story, Paul J. Batura, 2009, Regnery Publishing. Billie and I listened to the author at a local book store several months ago and after hearing the author, we both wanted to read the book.

In addition to the books listed, I have several books from Search Institute. This organization primarily targets schools, but has some great materials for teens and pre-teens. I am reviewing a few of the books including; Parenting Preteens with a Purpose, Empowering Youth, Launching Your Teen into Adulthood and Engage Every Parent. Find them at: http://www.search-institute.org/

This is a start for 2010. There are so many good books and resources. As the year progresses, I will share other books and resources that find their way to my reading table. Happy reading. Have a great year!