The Need to Read

Jimmy and Joe are back talking about why reading is important and how to get the most of what we read. What is the value of reading fiction, history, politics, and theology? And the guys give 8 ways to get the most of what you read: 1. Know Your Goal 2. Choose Wisley 3. Get Oriented 4. Read Prayerfully 5. Read Carefully 6. Mark it Up 7. Take Notes 8. Share What You're Reading Be sure to check out our episode, The Need for Preachers and Teachers.  Our Sponsor This week's sponsor is Ligonier Ministries, and they are offering our listeners a risk free 3-month trial of their amazing periodical, Tabletalk Magazine. Click here for details. Recommended Books Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther Holiness by JC Ryle Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin Body of Divinity, The Lord's Prayer, The Ten Commandments by Thomas Watson Vital Godliness by William Plumer What is Reformed Theology by RC Sproul God is the Gospel by John Piper A Praying Life by Paul Miller The Reformed Pastor by Richard Baxter Communion with God by John Owen