Perissos Book Picks

I just finished this and it’s filled with practical advice for men. Located in DC, Batterson pulls from lots of historical biographies and museum facts to share pictures of manly men over the ages. Add (John) Eldgredisms and stories from Mark’s own family life and its an easy read for the man that maybe doesn’t read very much. Add it to your library.

Pastor friend recommended this as one of the best books he’s read on anxiety and depression. Written by a pastor but designed to speaks to all of us. Let me know what you think if you’ve read it!

Recommended to me from a variety of sources, I’m anxious to get into this powerful book from Ruth Haley Barton. With this painful admission “I’m tired of helping others enjoy God―I just want to enjoy God for myself.” , Ruth Haley Barton invites us to an honest exploration of what happens when spiritual leaders lose track of their souls.

Ever wonder what you should be doing or if what you’re doing is what God intended? Smith says God calls us first to himself, to know and follow him, and also to a specific life purpose, a particular reason for being. This second call or “vocation” has implications not only for our work or occupation, but also includes our giftedness, our weaknesses, our life in community and what we do day to day.

This book was recommended as a beautiful look at the goodness of God and the beauty of the Gospel. Too many of us get head smart and lose the passion and glory of the Gospel story. The Magnificent Story.

Johnson and Van Vonderen provide a powerful gut check on how we are running the church. This is a foundational book for all Pastors as we assess our own ministry “rules” and expectations. An easy “hard” read that will help keep you healthy.

A powerful and personal journey from shame to failure to redemption. Whether you are dealing with harmful thoughts, anxiety, OCD or other mental struggle, Steve’s story is one of hope and insight. This is his story.

In this lively book, we find an introduction to Christianity and the Christian life that is from start to finish rooted in our triune God―Father, Son and Spirit. Not only do we understand the person and work of Christ through the Trinity, but also prayer, the church and every aspect of our faith.

Thompson’s powerful book on Shame shows how Satan uses it to cripple us. This book changes the way you see yourself and how you relate to others.

Through the lessons of history, business, and the social sciences, author John Dickson shows that humility is not low self-esteem, groveling, or losing our distinct gifts. Instead, humility both recognizes our inherent worth and seeks to use whatever power we have at our disposal on behalf of others.

Dangerous Calling reveals the truth that the culture surrounding our pastors is spiritually unhealthy—an environment that actively undermines the well-being and effectiveness of our church leaders and thus the entire church body.

Simon Sinek shows that the leaders who’ve had the greatest influence in the world all think, act, and communicate the same way — and it’s the opposite of what everyone else does.

Through the lessons of history, business, and the social sciences, author John Dickson shows that humility is not low self-esteem, groveling, or losing our distinct gifts. Instead, humility both recognizes our inherent worth and seeks to use whatever power we have at our disposal on behalf of others.

Reevaluate your priorities, determine the value of rest and simplicity in your life, and see where your identity really comes from. The benefits can be good health, financial stability, fulfilling relationships, and availability for God’s purpose.

A reminder of the impact of a life well lived, this is a powerful book to rekindle your evangelism efforts

Richard Rohr and Andrea Ebert’s runaway best-seller shows both the basic logic of the Enneagram and its harmony with the core truths of Christian thought from the time of the early Church forward.

Sometimes, a hearty breakfast and strong cup of coffee just aren’t enough. Offering more than a rush of caffeine, best-selling author Paul David Tripp wants to energize you with the most potent encouragement imaginable: the gospel.

Spiritual director and “recovering speed addict” Alan Fadling describes his journey out of the fast lane and into the rhythms of Jesus.

John Ortberg says we’ve neglected this eternal part of ourselves, focusing instead on the temporal concerns of the world―and not without consequence.

In this profound exploration of Christian identity, psychologist and spiritual director David G. Benner illuminates the spirituality of self-discovery.

See the Psalms for what they are and how you’ve never seen them before. Eugene Peterson takes us to our foundational prayer language and gives our prayer life life again.

Awarded as one of the best books of 2017 on evangelism and apologetics, Timothy Keller does a masterful job of connecting the “secular” world to the rationality of Christianity.

In this highly accessible book, Fred Lehr clarifies the nature and practice of clergy codependence. In short, insightful, and highly readable chapters, filled with many examples and stories from his own life and those he has counseled,

Eye opening look “under your hood”. David Murray looks at what burnout might look like in your personal ministry garage and how to know if you need a tune-up.

By Dallas Willard, this is one of the best books on the foundational power of practicing the disciplines. If you don’t already own it, add it to your library!

Reinvent your prayer life in practical ways. One of the easiest reads yet most powerful application on the topic we have come across. Add Miller to your library.