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What Are Your Favorite Books/Resources?

Orginally published on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at 2:15 PM
by Todd Rhoades

Books Hey, many of you know that I'm working feverishly on the new design and plan for MMI. Part of that plan is the addition of more book reviews and even an online store. I'm working pretty hard on getting things set-up this week, and need your help. Could you take just a few moments to give me your top five (or ten) books or resources that you think EVERYONE should read... Could be a bestseller, or something a little more obscure. I'm gathering a list of things to review and offer; and want to be sure that I don't leave out anything really really good. Please include the Title AND Author.

So... if you could, please let me know your top five. What five books/resources have helped you the most in your ministry? What would you recomment to others to read?

Thanks!

Todd

PS... I currently have a couple of new books that are ready to order from the MMI Store if anyone's interested. One is "Chazown" by Craig Groeschel and the other is "Confessions of a Reformation Rev." by Mark Driscoll. I highly recommend both of these to add to your library. Also, if any of you need any particular title(s) or need to order anything for your church and would like to support MMI in the process, please email me and let me know what you're looking for. It looks like we'll be able to offer about 15% off on all orders made through the MMI website.

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Posted by Andrew

Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 10:59 AM

Its been mentioned before but Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

Brothers, We Are Not Professionals - John Piper

I know that many of you have your issues with various theologies but I would say Velvet Elvis by Rob Bell and Radical Reformation by Mark Driscoll (I don’t know about his new one yet because I haven’t gotten my pre-release copy yet)

The rest that I’m going to list are on my recommended list from pastors and professors at my school....

Our Father Abraham by Marvin Wilson

The Relevant Church: A New Vision for Communities of Faith by Mike Howerton

Slaves, Women, and Homosexuals: Exploring The Hermenutics of Cultural Analysis by William Webb

The Revolutionary Communicator: Seven Principles Jesus Lived to Impact, Connect and Lead by Erik Lokkesmoe and Jedd Medefind

The Coffeehouse Gospel: Sharing Your Faith in Everyday Conversation by Matthew Paul Turner

The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning

The Wounded Healer by Henri Nouwen

Organic Church: Growing Faith Where Life Happens by Niel Cole

The list goes on but I think Todd wanted a susinct list....regardless...thank you to everyone who posted books that I have not as of yet added to my list of reading to obtain for my collection
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 11:41 AM

I saw someone else mentioned fiction so I wanted to add my .02.

“Black”, “Red” and “White”, The Trilogy by Ted Dekker deal with Christian theology in a way that is both thought provoking, hugely entertaining, and potentially life changing.
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 12:25 PM

“In His Steps” by Charles Sheldon
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 12:26 PM

“The Contemplative Pastor” by Eugene Peterson
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 12:54 PM

The Fair-Tax Book by Neal Boortz and Congressman John Linder.
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 12:55 PM

Nothing to do with ministry, sorry, we just like keeping more of the money my husband works so hard to earn.
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 1:41 PM

“The Present Future” R. McNeal
“Dog Training, Fly Fishing & Sharing Christ in the 21st Century” T. Haggard
“The Unstoppable Force” E. McManus
“Pastor’s At (Greater) Risk” London & Wiseman
“Purpose Driven Church” R. Warren
“Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” J. Cymbala
“Dangerous Wonder” M. Yaconelli
“Sacred Romance” Curtis & Eldridge
“Wild At Heart” & “Waking the Dead” Eldridge
“Suprised By Joy” & “Mere Christianity” CS Lewis (okay, anything CS Lewis)
General Reading:
“Undaunted Courage” (Lewis & Clark Expedition) Ambrose..."Flags of Our Fathers” & “Flyboys” J. Bradley..."Lonesome Dove” MacMurtry(?)..."1776" (forgot?) “Gettysburg” N. Gingrich & someother guy.
Most any “Far Side,” “Calvin & Hobbes” or “Foxtrot” collections AND...the very first “Bloom County” comic collection by Berkly Breathed.

Ben E
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Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 5:16 PM

“The Day I Was Crucified” by Gene Edwards

“Know Why You Believe” by Paul E. Little

“One Nation Under God” by Dr. David C. Gibbs, Jr.

“Women of the Bible” by Anne Spangler & Jean E. Syswerda

“Covenant Marriage” by Dr Fred Lowery
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Saturday, April 29, 2006 at 1:40 AM

1. Harry Potter 1 - 6

2. Lord of the Rings 1 - 3 (incl the Hobbit -MUST READ)

3. Braveheart the non-abridged version

4. Anything by curious george

5. Green Eggs and Ham

and A+++ Dan Brown’s Davinci Code for any serious student
Posted by Linda

Saturday, April 29, 2006 at 1:15 PM

Thanks for the list.

Now I have to add to mine:

Anything by A. W. Tozer

Anything by Charles Hadden Spurgeon

A Tale of Three Kings By Gen Edwards—A Study in Brokenness--
If you’ve ever been involved in church conflict you have to read this book!!!!

Organic Church By Neil Cole—Awesome book! He spoke in my church last night about asking the Lord of the harvest for laborers. He encourages people around the globe to be begging God everyday for workers. The harvest is plentiful. That is good news to a farmer. I’m adding that to my daily prayers!!!

An interesting read:

No More Christian Nice Guy: When Being Nice--Instead of Good--Hurts Men, Women And Children
by Paul T. Coughlin
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Saturday, April 29, 2006 at 2:51 PM

Hey Todd? You’re always talking about MMI being used as a resource place. Proof positive:

Thanks to all who unknowningly have helped me with my homework and therefore, in ministry as well. You guys/gals are greatly appreciated and prayed for daily!

Just wanted to say thanks…
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Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 6:35 PM

My list is geared for Pastor’s wives (because i am one)
1. Lies Women Believe by Nancy Leigh DeMoss
2. Not Even A Hint by Joshua Harris (a must read on personal purity)
3. Feminine appeal by Carolyn Mahaney
4. Addictions: A banquet in the Grave by Edward Welch
5. Teach Them Diligently by Lou Priolo
6. Federal Husband by Douglas Wilson
7. One With A Shepherd by Mary Sommerville
8. The Hand of God by Alistair Begg
9. Anything by puritan author Thomas Watson

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Hi... I'm Todd Rhoades. I'm a Christ-follower, husband, father and I love to connect leaders with other leaders. Hopefully you'll find something here at MMI you like and will return often. If you want, you can find out more about me or follow my every step on Twitter.