What to Read?

My day, busy. My life, a little stressed. And a way to relax, a good book.

And since the day was hard, the default is to gravitate towards a book that requires less thought. Something that amuses, that entertains, that does not demand the use of tired brain cells.

So a book is chosen to relax, to entertain, to soothe the tired mind. But when I lay my head on my pillow, I do not look forward to the next day, refreshed and encouraged. Rather I shut my eyes with a weary sigh.

What I thought would entertain me, would amuse me, did just that. But it did not feed me. The book was not wrong. But it did not challenge a closer walk with Christ.

So rather, I choose a book that requires more thought, more mental exertion. But most importantly, it pushes me towards Christ. And in the morning, I rise, more ready to face the day.



What books have you read that pushed you closer to Christ? What are your thoughts on wise book choices?