August

1. No Little Places by Ron Klassen and John Koessler
This is an encouraging little book for pastors in small places. Good stuff!

2. Passion, Power and Purpose ed. by Joe Colson
A good reminder of the importance of preaching. Good foundational thoughts, as well as practical applications. I had the privilege of going to Israel a few years ago with Dr. Colson.

3. Ephraim's Founding Father by Paul and Frances Burton.
This is the sad but inspiring tale of Moravian pastor, Rev. A. M. Iverson, who founded the Door County village of Ephraim. I gleaned much wisdom concerning pastoral leadership from this biography. On vacation in Door County last month, I had the privilege of visiting Iverson's house, as well as his little girl's grave.

4. Gift from the Sea by Ann Morrow Lindbergh

Lindbergh, who married to the great aviator, Charles, writes deeply and beautifully. She reminds us of the call to simplicity and stillness.

5. The Last Battle by C. S. Lewis

The final book in the Chronicles of Narnia. Luke and Wes really enjoy me reading these aloud to them.

6. The Charismatic Century by Jack Hayford and S. David Moore

This is the story of the Pentecostal movement in America over the last 100 years -- an interesting study of fascinating characters. The charismatic movement certainly had it's share of kooks -- but what a revival!

7. The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson

Dickinson was a master of the English language. Most of her poetry was found in her bedroom chest by her sister after her death. Her poetry grabs my heart!