Books to Read in 2013

One of my goals for 2013 is to spend more time reading with the purpose of learning about the lives of different people, being challenged in my faith, learning practical ways to be a better wife, mother, and homemaker, and grow in hospitality and reaching out to others.  I thought if I actually posted the list, it might provide better motivation to stay on track and be reminded of the ones I want to focus on for the coming year.

Real Marriage: The Truth about Sex, Friendship, and Life Together

by Mark and Grace Driscoll

 

 Give them Grace by Elise Fitzpatrick

Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Reilly

Killing Kennedy by Bill O’Reilly

Because He Loves Me by Elise Fitzpatrick

Don’t Make Me Count to Three by Ginger Plowman

Practicing Hospitality by Pat Ennis and Lisa Tatlock

Loving the Little Years by Rachel Jankovic

The Explicit Gospel by Matt Chandler

Feminine Appeal by Carolyn Mahaney-I have read this one before but would like to reread it as I think it will be helpful in the current season of life.

Biblical Womanhood in the Home by Nancy Leigh DeMoss-This one has been sitting on the shelf for awhile and is written by several women who offer great insights to the role God calls us to as women of God.

Treasuring God in Our Traditions by Noel Piper-I  have read parts of this book but would really like to sit and read the entire book, especially in looking towards the future with Nathan. 
 

Fit to Burst by Rachel Jankovic-a new book coming out at the end of January.  Her writing is fun, easy to read, and practical. Looking forward to getting this when it comes out. 
 

To the Golden Shore by Courtney Anderson-a biography about the life of the first Baptist missionary from the United States, Adoniram Judson.  My husband has been trying to get me to read this for a long time, so I think this is the year to do it.  He says it is one of his favorite books.