Do you read books that make you uncomfortable, books you disagree with, or books that freak you out? Leaders look for books that try to help them see things in a new way. In this month's article, find out what Erwin McManus is reading as he shares with us insights and reflections on what he's learned.

You live from the heart. You love from the heart. And yes, you lead from your heart. Leaders who fail to monitor their hearts jeopardize their organizations. In this article, Andy teaches us how to pay attention to our hearts.

Recently Gabe Lyons, co-founder of Catalyst, sat down for an interview with Eugene Peterson, author of The Message Bible. Find out how this spiritual sage views the role of a pastor, learn the history and purpose behind The Message and discover thoughts on leading a balanced life.

Don't miss Eugene Peterson at Catalyst Labs on October 4 in Atlanta!

"Can I offer something towards the end of suffering or do I mostly create suffering?" In this thought-provoking article, Tim Sanders explains that our mission in life is to participate in the end of suffering. If we reduce suffering in the world, we enable the positive. We make a difference. You cannot make people happy and you cannot make them like you. You can, however, be a part of the solution instead of being part of the problem.

People are looking for breathing space in their cluttered and complicated lives - in fact, they're desperate for it. While people are looking for escape, and finding it, most are only finding a temporary fix. Are you pursuing happiness or fullness? Find out how an abundant life may be anything but simple, but it's the only kind worth living.

Most of us feel utterly ransacked by endless demands and stifling routines. Even our vacations have a panicky, task-like edge to them. "If I only had more time," is the mantra of our age. But is this the real problem? Buchanan states that what we've really lost is "the rest of God-the rest God bestows and, with it, that part of himself we can know only through stillness." Sabbath is a gift for our sanity and wholeness--to prolong our lives, to enrich our relationships, to increase our fruitfulness, to make our joy complete.

What sets a great boss apart from an average boss? Research on this is rife with provocative writing about the qualities of managers and leaders and whether the two differ, but little has been said about what happens in the thousands of daily interactions and decisions that allows managers to get the best out of their people and win their devotion. What do great managers actually do?

A former athlete, trainer, and Nike exec, Kevin Carroll is a kid at heart. It was in a neighborhood playground that Kevin first picked up the red rubber ball that became his inspiration and his trademark. The red rubber ball represents "any activity, topic, or purpose that makes you excited about the day." Kevin's message is, "Find your own red rubber ball and chase it to your heart's content." In his award-winning book, Rules of the Red Rubber Ball, he illustrates seven simple rules of success.

Click here to check out Rule #4: Prepare to Shine.

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