Cultivating a Reading Habit with Dr. Taylor Combs

In this episode, Dr. Mason Ballard interviews Dr. Taylor Combs, discussing the significance of reading in the life of a Christian. They explore the importance of engaging with literature, both theological and fictional, as a means of personal growth and understanding. Dr. Combs shares insights on how to cultivate a reading habit, recommends several impactful books, and emphasizes the role of reading in connecting with the past and enriching one's faith journey.Taylor Combs Substack: https://eastandeden.substack.com/Kings Cross Church: https://www.kingscrossnash.org/Mason Ballard Ministries: https://masonballard.com/Resurrection Church: https://resurrectionwv.com/CONTENTS OF THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Meet Dr. Taylor Combs: Background and Interests03:09 The Importance of Reading for Christians06:52 Reading as a Non-Negotiable for Christians08:49 Pastoral Responsibilities in Encouraging Reading12:13 Finding the Right Books for Different Readers15:04 Transformative Literature and Its Impact17:23 Books That Shape Ministry Philosophy18:59 The Role of Fiction in Personal Growth20:39 Deep Reading vs. Surface Reading22:42 Practical Reading Habits for Everyone26:06 Embracing the Journey of Reading