As I look back on 2011, I think about all the amazing books I read and how I have learned from each and every one of them. I wanted to share some of them with you. I say “some of them” because I am sure I am missing a few. I challenge you to read the ones that are appropriate to your life. Reading is one of the best, least expensive ways to continue to grow in your knowledge.
Parenting Books I Read:
I tend to cycle through parenting books. It is one of the jobs I take the most serious in life, so I want to constantly remind myself of my duties. A little obsessive maybe, but I really do enjoy these books and I have no doubt that they make me a better father to my three girls:
Bringing up Girls by Dr. James Dobson
Daddy Dates by Greg Wright
Have A New Kid By Friday by Kevin Leman
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters by Dr. Meg Meeker
Marriage Books I Read:
Mandy and I read these books and then discuss them on the podcast. It is a subject I am extremely passionate about and love to soak up all the information I can on growing a strong marriage.
Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas
The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman
Stripped Down by Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo
The First Five Years of Marriage by Phillip Swihart and Wilford Wooten
Smart Couples Finish Rich by David Bach
Miscellaneous Books I Read:
Soul Surfer by Bethany Hamilton
The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness by Stephen Covey
In a Heartbeat: Sharing the Power of Cheerful Giving by Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy
Business Books:
Lynchpin: Are You Indispensable by Seth Godin
Book Yourself Solid by Michael Port
Let me know in the comments what books you read this year!
