This week the blog is sponsored by AccelerateBooks. Used by 5000+ leaders, AccelerateBooks keeps you sharp for ministry and life by giving you access to an arsenal of soul-shaping insights from the most important books. Get 33% off forever on all membership at https://partner.acceleratebooks.com/challies. You’re probably too busy to read this. You probably have 5 other browser tabs currently open, a lineup of articles bookmarked for later, and a growing stack of books you’ll read “one day”. And you probably have a to-do list of all the other tasks you should be doing right now. And that’s precisely why you should read this article. How Many Books Should Leaders Read? You’ve likely opened this article because, as a leader, you already know how important reading is; you already know how essential continued learning is for staying sharp and effective. As Albert Mohler, president of SBTS, says: There is no substitute for effective learning when it comes to developing and maintaining the intelligence necessary to lead. Your brain is a powerful tool that must be sharpened and stewarded, otherwise, it will waste away. And while you’re well aware of this, too often the urgent demands of life and ministry keep your hands tied and your books untouched. But your inner critic reprimands you: wake up earlier, skip breakfast, drink more caffeine, read faster! You feel guilty when others seem to read more than you; you’re both inspired and devastated when you consider that: At this point, you’re likely either inspired to try harder, set more ambitious … Continue reading How to Stay Sharp and Effective This Summer