Summer Reading

This summer i've read more books, that i've actaully wanted to read, and have therefore enjoyed, than ive been able to in a really long time! They have really contributed to the work Christ has done in my life this summer... and since transformation is crucial, i thought i'd pass along the titles.
Don't Waste Your Life, John Piper-- it's an easy read, yet deeply challenging. Not to live for what the world esteems as important... but that the Cross of Christ would direct our steps and to live for the supreme glory of God is what we were created to do.
Prayer, Philip Yancy-- this book is a humble and straightforward attempt to understand and reveal the truths about prayer and the prayer life of a follower.
Strong Women, Soft Heart, Paula Rineheart-- this book hit me right between the eyes. It's a convicting and deeply compassionate look into the heart of a women... the hurts we've experienced and how often we let those hinder the joy created us for, and damper our ability to love others as Christ has loved.
Walking With Christ, John Eldrege a intimate look at the life of a man and his attempt to practice the presence of God over the course of a year. The prayers, thoughts, convictions, and life stories of how God is intimately involved in our daily lives and how he desires only joy for us. That requires wholeness, in HIm, and holiness in our ways before him.

I recommend all of these to you... they are amazing!!