Paul says, “Study to show yourself approved…” (2 Timothy 2:15) Whatever the subject, being intentional about study makes us more proficient, more productive, and more prepared to share our wisdom. Study, specifically study of our faith and the Word of God, improves our walk, informs our talk, and enhances our life in Christ. Here are some simple places to begin studying in this season of life.
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12 great books to read in 2024 (read 1 a month. Start now.) These are all books that significantly impacted my thinking.
Falling Upward. Richard Rohr
Faith In the Age of AI. Dan Scott
Conquering the Chaos in Your Mind. Eddie Turner
Celebration of Discipline. Richard Foster
Believing God. Beth Moore
Mere Christianity. C. S. Lewis
Grace, Faith, and, Holiness. H. Ray Dunning
The Search for Significance Robert McGhee
A Reasonable Faith Tony Campolo
The First 1000 Years William Bennett
The Power of Praise Terry Law
How People Grow Henry Cloud and John Townsend
The Body Chuck Colson
Surprised By Hope N. T. Wright (I know that’s 14 😬 It’s hard to stop.)
Five Podcasts to consider subscribing to for 2024. Pick three. (Or list some of your favorites here.)
Michael In the Middle Michael Johnson
Ask NT Wright Anything N. T. Wright
Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast Carey Nieuwhof
The Bible Poject Tim Mackie
Breakpoint The Colson Center
Three good one-volume commentaries
Matthew Henry’s Commentary on the Whole Bible
The New International Bible Commentary
The Believer’s Bible Commentary
Happy Studying