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Eugene H. Peterson: A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society
The author of The Message speaks out on discipleship. Great! (*****)

Andy Stanley: Visioneering
I love Andy Stanley's writing. This books is helping me understand the difference between a mssion and a vision statement. (*****)

John Bevere: Thus Saith The Lord
This author has become one of my favotites. This book is about understanding what genuine prophecy is and helps the believer to distinguish the genuine leading of the Lord. (*****)

John MacArthur: Think Biblically!: Recovering a Christian Worldview
Recommended to me by a current seminary student, this book is deep, but profound. For me it is a revisitation of the groundwork that formulates our worldview and then some! (*****)

Viktor E. Frankl: Man's Search For Meaning
Tremendously sobering and amaziningly encouraging at the same time. (*****)

John C. Maxwell: Winning With People
Brian Tracy called this book the "How To Win Friends and Influence People for the 21st Century..." What else can I say? (*****)

John Eldredge: The Way of The Wild at Heart
I loved "The Wild At Heart" and "The Epic" both written by this author. Books written to the heart of Christian men encourage mine and this book so far is on the same level as the others.

Jim Collins: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't
Always have to have at least one business book going

J.I. Packer: Knowing God
The title spoke to my heart's desire to know Him better!

Dutch Sheets: Authority In Prayer
Another powerful book by this author. An exciting read so far.

Ortberg: God Is Closer Than You Think

Thom S. Rainer: Breakout Churches

Mark Mittelberg: Building A Contagious Church

N. Cindy Trimm: The Rules of Engagement: The Art of Strategic Prayer And Spiritual Warfare
Small - Short - Powerful! A must read for the serious prayer warrior!

Cindy Jacobs: Possessing the Gates of the Enemy
With a forward by C. Peter Wagner, you know this book has to be good. For anyone looking for a more spontaneous prayer life, this book is for you! (*****)

Dutch Sheets: Intercessory Prayer: How God Can Use Your Prayers to Move Heaven and Earth
POWERFUL!!!!!!!!!

Ron Auch and Dean D. Niforatos: The Jesus Sensitive Church
Anyone calling themselves Pentecostals will benefit from this book. While I may not see eye to eye with every aspect of the authors' Theology, this book inspired me greatly and gave me a deep appreciation for my Pentecostal roots! (*****)

Ronnie Floyd: Ten Things Every Minister Needs to Know
Pastors, get this book! Ronnie Floyd offers ageless, as well as timely advice. One of the most relevant books written to pastors and ministers that I have read. (*****)

John Bevere: The Bait of Satan (Inner Strength Series)
If you have ever been offended, this book is for you, which means it is for everyone! I have to admit that I was finally able to let go of a few things that I thought I had already let go of. I highly recommend this book! (*****)

Dave Ramsey: The Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness
Dave Ramsey does it again. Solid Biblical principals on finance. I've read several other books by Dave Ramsey and they have all been excellent! (*****)

Randy Frazee: Connecting Church, The
My small group persepective will never be the same. The advice offered in this book can help take your small group ministry to the next level. Small groups need to be more than just a weekly meeting, but a close-nit group that minister to each other. (*****)

George Barna: The Habits of Highly Effective Churches: Being Strategic in Your God Given Ministry
Thought provoking! I've read a lot by Barna and he never fails to offer nuggets of gold throughout his writting. His extensive research will help you re-evaluate your current methods and seek the leading of God's Spirit as you reconsider your church's strategies. (****)

Elmer L. Towns: Fasting for Financial Breakthrough
Sometimes it seems like our resources are limited, however, God has an infinite supply and wants us to learn to trust Him completely! This book contains a lot of good information about Biblical money management. An excellent resource! (*****)

John Bevere: Under Cover: The Promise of Protection Under His Authority
I strongly recommend this book for every believer! The best book I have ever read on spiritual authority. This book could change your life!

Malcolm Gladwell: Blink
A very insightful look into the world of human intuition. I enjoyed the thorough research and detaled examples, although I could have done without a few of the vulgar verbatim quotes. Overall, a good book. (*****)

David Zinczenko with Ted Spiker: The Abs Diet
Get in shape and stay in shape. I really enjoyed this book. Build muscle to eliminate fat. Great suggestions for Power Foods in acronym "ABSDIETPOWER" (*****)

Mr. R.T. Kendall: Tithing
Discover the freedom of Biblical giving (*****)

John Maxwell: Thinking For A Change
Chalked full of anecdotes for getting what Zig Ziglar describes as a "check up from the neck up." (*****)

Maxwell Maltz: New Psycho-Cybernetics
Updated version of the classic. Great insight into the power of thinking right.

Andy Stanley: The Best Question Ever
Don't wait until the end of your life to decide what is important. (****)

Hugh Hewitt: Blog : Understanding the Information Reformation That's Changing Your World
Anyone thinking about blogging had better think about reading this book! (*****)

Andy Stanley: Creating Community : Five Keys to Building a Small Group Culture
Excellent resource for those trying to take small groups to the next level. (****)

Andy Stanley: Louder Than Words
What can say, I'm an Andy Stanley man? (****)

Gordon MacDonald: Ordering Your Private World
This book is for everyone. I really benefited from it as a pastor and a man. (*****)

John Eldredge: Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul
The best book for men that I have ever read! An instant classic. I love the line where the author says, "When a man comes to the mountains, he comes home." I just happened to have been in the Rockies skiing when reading the book and it really hit home. (*****)

Arthur Wallis: God's Chosen Fast
I read this book 25 years ago after borrowing it from a friend and it really impacted my life. I finally decided to purchase my own copy and re-read it and once again, a great impact. (*****)

David Schwartz: The Magic of Thinking Big
Referred to regularly by other authors. (*****)

Gene Edwards: A Tale Of Three Kings
Best book on how to be a great follower. (*****)

Os Guinness: The Call
Ministry is for eveyone. (*****)

Rick Warren: The Purpose Driven Church
Before the Purpose Driven Life, this book was a classic among church planters and those interested in church growth. (*****)

Rick Warren: Purpose Driven Life
Warren tells us what we already knew, but just needed someone to say it to us. This book with get you on track if you've never been, and back on track if you've fallen off.

Donald G. Barnhouse: Invisible War, The
Astounding!

J. Oswald Sanders: Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer (Commitment to Spiritual Growth)
This is one of the best books I've ever read. If you desire leadership that is spiritual, this book's for you. In my top 10 favs.