Since you're reading this one, you already know that magazines are a great way to get a lot of information fast. You may get a great deal from pastors magazines and other Christian publications, but magazines from the secular world can also teach you about the world you live in and how to better connect with your audience. Ask other pastors what publications they read or scour the magazine racks at your local bookstore for these finds. For cutting-edge business and management ideas, some of the best in the business are Fast Company, Business 2.0, and Wired.
Entertainment has the power to affect millions of lives.
See what people are being spoon-fed by keeping up with Entertainment Weekly or USWeekly. Don't forget the local angle from your hometown newspaper. Take a break and simply enjoy reading while you absorb useful information from Readers Digest, Family Life, special interest magazines for men or women, or publications about your favorite hobby. And if you're really feeling cynical, grab a copy of the Christian satire magazine The Door. Also check out what your spouse and kids read.