Which #GC2012 book first?
I spent a little of my ‘continuing education’ budget on the short books for the General Conference delegates. Which should I start with first? Is there a recommended order?
I asked GBHEM, Abingdon, and Cokesbury, to no avail. So, your suggestions?
Also…anyone interested in a book study? We can do it over twitter or blog conversation. Comment below if you are in.
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Did you pick up Focus, by Dr. Weems?
I answered on behalf of GBHEM when you asked – I suggested the Back to Zero book. Happy reading!
I got “Focus” mailed to me as part of the delegation, so I’d join in a book discussion on that one, but I’m also interested in back to zero!
I read _Contagious Christian_ first and then _Back to Zero_ because they were the only two I could get for my nook in January. Last night I finished _Focus_ and purchased _Jesus Insurgency_ since it just became available. It’s nice that they are all short.
I’d start with
_Focus_ Weems writing is clearer and I think he has clear reasoning. I’d like to hear you take on some of what he says. I have some disagreements with a couple of chapters, but who am I to argue with Dr. Weems? After reading it I had the feeling that I understood better why the Call to Action even exists. No one yet has given me a justification for keeping the District Superintendent structure though.
_Back to Zero_ next – He focuses a lot on the concept of Citizenship and is what I’d call counter cultural. It’s a book that won’t matter in the long run.
_Contagious Christian_ next is my favorite of all of them so far with “Faith is more caught than taught” as a theme. I like cheer leading books with an upbeat theme and we need someone with a positive attitude to keep us slogging through our daily life as pastors.
Blessings,
Tom
I would join a book study, since I am going to read them all anyway.
I’m not sure how an e-book study works but I’d like to be a part too.
Blessings,
Tom