BOOK LIST oUR PICKS
Lifestyle Books
“Atomic Habits” by James Clear has been life-changing for us personally. It has revolutionized our approach to health, habits, and work by providing practical strategies for building and maintaining positive habits. This book is the ultimate motivator for achieving lasting, transformative change.
–Matt + Irene
“Chase the Lion” by Mark Batterson has been incredibly inspiring and challenging for me personally. It has changed the way I view faith, courage, and pursuing God-given opportunities by encouraging readers to step out boldly and trust God with impossible dreams. This book is a powerful motivator for taking risks, overcoming fear, and living a life of bold faith and purpose.
–Matt
“Family Driven Faith” by Voddie Baucham Jr. has deeply impacted my perspective on parenting, discipleship, and the home. It challenged me to see the family as the primary place where faith should be taught, modeled, and lived out daily. This book is a powerful reminder of the importance of intentionally leading your family spiritually and building a Christ-centered home that honors God.
–Matt
“Life Is 10% What Happens to You and 90% How You React” by Charles R. Swindoll has been an encouraging and perspective-changing book for me personally. It challenged me to focus less on circumstances I cannot control and more on the attitude, faith, and response I choose in difficult moments. This book is a powerful reminder that hope, resilience, and inner strength are often developed through how we respond to life’s unexpected challenges
–Matt.
“The 6 Types of Working Genius” by Patrick Lencioni has been extremely insightful and practical for us personally. It helped us better understand our strengths, frustrations, and the kinds of work that energize us most. This book is a valuable tool for improving teamwork, communication, and productivity by recognizing how different people are uniquely gifted to contribute and thrive.
–Matt + Irene
MARRIAGE & FAMILY Books
“Point Man” by Steve Farrar is a book that has helped countless men find their path in marriage and family life. Through its practical and faith-based guidance, the book empowers men to become strong, godly leaders within their families. It offers valuable insights and encouragement, making it an invaluable resource for men preparing for marriage or seeking to enhance their roles as husbands and fathers.
–Matt
“The 5 Love Languages” by Gary Chapman has been a very eye-opening and meaningful book for us. It helped us better understand how people give and receive love in different ways and how intentional communication can strengthen relationships. This book is a powerful guide for improving marriages, families, friendships, and everyday relationships through greater understanding, thoughtfulness, and care
–Matt + Irene
“Tender Warrior” by Stu Weber has been a challenging and encouraging book for me personally. It reshaped my understanding of biblical manhood by emphasizing the balance of strength, courage, leadership, and compassion. This book is a powerful call for men to live with conviction, protect and lead their families well, and pursue godly character with both toughness and tenderness.
– Matt
“Mother and Son: The Respect Effect” by Emerson Eggerichs has been a very insightful and encouraging book for me personally. It offers a helpful perspective on the unique relationship between mothers and sons by emphasizing the importance of respect, understanding, and intentional communication. This book is a valuable resource for strengthening family relationships and fostering deeper connection, trust, and emotional health within the home.
– Irene
“Love & Respect” by Emerson Eggerichs has been a deeply practical and eye-opening book for us personally. It helped us better understand the unique emotional needs within marriage and how love and respect work together to strengthen communication and connection. This book has encouraged us to be more intentional in the way we care for, support, and understand one another, making it a powerful resource for building a healthier, Christ-centered marriage.
– Matt + Irene
LEADERSHIP BOOKS
“Good to Great” by Jim Collins is an insightful book that uncovers the secrets of what makes companies transition from good to great. By analyzing the practices of successful organizations, it offers essential principles for achieving sustained excellence. This book is a must-read for those interested in the keys to long-term success in business.
–Matt
“Start with Why” by Simon Sinek has been a motivating and thought-provoking book for me personally. It challenged me to think beyond simply what I do and focus more deeply on why I do it. This book is a powerful reminder that clarity of purpose inspires people, drives meaningful leadership, and creates lasting impact in every area of life and work.
–Matt
“No-Fail Communication” by Michael Hyatt has been an incredibly practical and insightful book for me personally. It has helped me better understand how communication impacts leadership, teamwork, and organizational health by offering clear solutions to common workplace communication challenges. This book is an excellent resource for improving clarity, strengthening relationships, and creating more effective and healthy communication in every area of leadership and work.
–Matt
“Lead” by Paul David Tripp has been a deeply convicting and encouraging book for me personally. It challenged me to view leadership not simply as a position or skill, but as a reflection of personal character and spiritual health. This book is a powerful reminder that effective leadership begins with humility, self-awareness, and a daily dependence on God in both ministry and life.
–Matt
“Leading on Empty” by Wayne Cordeiro has been a deeply refreshing and challenging book for me personally. It gave me a greater understanding of the importance of spiritual health, rest, and balance while serving in leadership and ministry. This book is a powerful reminder that you cannot effectively pour into others if you are constantly running on empty, and it offers practical wisdom for leading with endurance, passion, and a healthy soul.
– Matt