What Have I Been Reading?

One of the questions I get asked fairly often is, "What are you reading?" Here are a few books I've been working through over the past month, along with some brief thoughts on each.

Fiction*

• Back of Beyond by C.J Box // I stumbled across this at Half Price books while there w/ my family. Some interesting Law Enforcement themes that had me thinking. It was on the shelf all last month and decided to pick it up. I found it interesting that the book has a discussion guide. I was not aware that people discussed fiction novels. Who knew!

• My Friends by Fredrick Backman // While I disagree with the choices of the characters in the book, it's a thought provoking endeavor for sure. I can resonate deeply with so many characters and their backgrounds.

*I read as much fiction as I can in the summer to give my mind a "rest" from extensive Biblical study and educational material that transpires in the Fall, Winter, and Spring season. The titles above are "non-Christian." I love a good story!

Nonfiction

• Living Life Backwards by David Gibson // This was a free book we received at the Worship GOD Conference. It's a delightful take on Ecclesiastes.

• Coming to Grips with Genesis: Biblical Authority and the Age of the Earth by Terry Mortenson // This is for my current doctoral class. I'm not passionate about the topic but interesting perspectives on an Old Testament concept (and ongoing debate).

NOTE: I don't recommend everything equally. Some resources have become staples that I enthusiastically place into the hands of others. Some are helpful with discernment. Others simply sparked reflection or conversation. My goal isn't to offer a list of perfect resources but to share what's currently shaping my thinking, ministry, and conversations.