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Fun Books and Serious Books: Episode 847
Reading both fun and thought-provoking books, plus Jordan Raynor answers career questions, and should you fall into a relationship or pursue one?\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0
Featured musical artist: Jonathan Cain\\xa0
Roundtable: Reading to Think \\u2014 Or for Fun?
What\\u2019s on your reading list? What genres do you gravitate toward? Whether fiction or nonfiction, most books tend to either make us think and learn, or they allow us to relax and escape. It\\u2019s good to have a balance of both types, so our guests share their preferences, how they stretch their reading horizons, and what books they recommend you add to your reading lineup.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0
Culture: The Sacredness of Secular Work (Part 2)\\xa0
It\\u2019s easy to think your job matters to God only if you\\u2019re a pastor, missionary, or ministry worker. But what does God think of \\u201csecular\\u201d jobs? What if our jobs are just \\u201caverage\\u201d? What if we\\u2019re not even sure what we want to do for a career? Jordan Raynor is an expert at helping people get connected to their calling, and this week he answers listener questions about navigating your workplace and career options.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0
Inbox: Can a Relationship \\u201cJust Happen\\u201d?\\xa0
When it comes to romantic journeys, some people seem to unexpectedly meet someone, while other relationships are the result of intentional pursuit. Is one way better? What\\u2019s the balance between providence and effort? Counselor Glenn Lutjens weighs in.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0
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