Books

Fit for the Kingdom

The Lord prompted Reardon to think about combining Christian fellowship with fitness in order to create a new small group for men.

Flee, Fight, or Pray?

Fleeing may not be the answer, but falling on one's knees in open repentance to God for their part in the disagreement enables healing to begin in one's heart.

Truly Local: Church as the ‘Soul’ of the City

Belonging means different things to different people. My personal homecoming is bustling into a bar, keyboard under my arm, for a jazz gig with local musicians.

Following the Daily Rhythms of Jesus

Jesus lived a patterned life that serves as a good example for our own spiritual disciplines.

Justin Whitmel Earley: The Common Rule

Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction

8 Habits to Cultivate a Healthy Spiritual Life

Minimize distractions and refocus on drawing near to God.

Kevin Myers: Grown-Up Faith

The Big Picture for a Bigger Life

Will We Trust God’s Timing and Provision?

God doesn't work on our timetable and doesn't always provide in the ways we expect, but will we trust him anyway?

Richard Mouw: Restless Faith

Holding Evangelical Beliefs in a World of Contested Labels

Understanding the Nature of Christ’s Atonement

Was Christ's work on the cross vertical, horizontal or both?

11 Books Every Leader Should Read

Each of these books has been instrumental in my development as a leader and has principles I return to frequently.