Recommended books, podcasts & websites
Below is a simple list of helpful resources to help you in your journey of faith. We have wanted to supply an easy-to-use list, highlighting some of the most helpful websites, substantive books and podcasts for you.
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Recommended books:
The Bible | http://amzn.to/i26nQ3 | This is the foundation of all that we believe, it's where we start and end. We suggest the English Standard Version (ESV), a very accurate, clear and understandable translation. Join us as we daily read the bible together: http://bit.ly/5PdwYp
The Truth of the Cross by R.C. Sproul | http://amzn.to/hTa4AC | A simple, must-read book on the cross and its implications for all of life.
What is the Gospel? by Greg Gilbert | http://amzn.to/fswE19 | Nothing could be more important than understanding what God has done for us through His Son.
God's passion for his glory by John Piper | http://amzn.to/e4oSyk | This book details the God-saturated vision of Jonathan Edwards (often said to be America's greatest theologian), looking at the life-altering topic of "the end for which God created the world."
Holiness by J.C. Ryle | http://amzn.to/gJMpF4 | A timeless look into the nature, hindrances, difficulties and roots of holiness. Written in the 19th century, Ryle writes one of the most practical books of its kind.
The Reason for God by Timothy Keller | http://amzn.to/fnnPES | Is there reason for belief in God in an age of skepticism? Highly recommended for skeptics and believers alike.
In my place condemned he stood by Packer & Dever | http://amzn.to/hQK3V3 | The cross of Christ is at the very center of gospel proclamation. This book helps us understand the importance and why of the cross, and how this impacts our everyday lives.
Doctrine by Mark Driscoll & Gerry Breshears | http://amzn.to/fxHTG2 | A great book to have around when you have questions about the nature of God.
Love that lasts by Gary & Betsy Ricucci | http://amzn.to/hht5I5 | This succinct yet impactful book gives a Christ-centered, insightful and practical perspective on building a marriage that will last, focusing specifically on the biblical roles of husband and wife, growing in communication and sexual intimacy.
To change the world by James Davidson Hunter | http://amzn.to/ehwKey | The call to make the world a better place is inherent in the Christian belief and practice. But why have efforts to change the world by Christians so often failed or gone tragically awry? And how might Christians in the 21st century live in ways that have integrity with their traditions and are more truly transformative? In this riveting read, Hunter offers some persuasive and provocative answers to these questions.
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Recommended podcasts:
All Souls Christian Church sermons | http://bit.ly/gkXO5u
The Gospel Coalition sermons | http://bit.ly/eKoLPc
Desiring God sermons with John Piper | http://bit.ly/hq7wUy
Renewing your mind with R.C. Sproul | http://bit.ly/eSGBzo
The Village Church with Matt Chandler | http://bit.ly/i3PFtH
Mars Hill Church with Mark Driscoll | http://bit.ly/eRz5KU
Recommended websites:
Bible Gateway | www.biblegateway.com
The ESV Bible online | www.esvonline.org
The Gospel Coalition | www.thegospelcoalition.org/
Monergism | http://www.monergism.com/
9Marks | www.9marks.org/
Together for the Gospel | http://t4g.org/
Desiring God | www.desiringgod.org/