I stood in their office for a minute and looked around, waiting for them to return.

One clear thought went through my head as my eyes scanned their bookshelves. “I am judging you based on the books you own and presumably read.”

For Christians to grow strong in their faith, they need to read good books. They must be exposed to the Christian classics that have endured the test of time. They must dig into some profound theology and have academic-level books. Their shelves should contain deep thoughts, great stories, and time-tested wisdom. 

A Christian should not read every new book being published. They cannot live on a steady diet of the latest pop theology. Their shelves should not contain all of the works from one author and nothing else. Growth will stagnate if you only expose yourself to shallow thinking, best sellers, and limited wisdom. 

Christians are disciples. And disciples are learners. One of the best ways to learn is to read. But please – read good books.