Recommended
Books - God
Know God by J.I. Packer
Packer confronts the ‘ignorance’ that is at the root of most Christians’ weakness today: an ignorance of God. We simply don’t know Him. Therefore, we don’t walk with Him. Therefore, we don’t live for Him. Therefore, we don’t glorify Him. While the books on this list are all great, this one already a Christian classic.
Books - Christian Living
Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman
First published in 1985 this book still presents remarkably relevant and helpful social commentary. Nearly 25 years after he wrote, Postman’s words seem more like prophecies than observations. His work centers on the shift from print to television as the primary medium for receiving public information. He then investigates the effects of this shift, which happened during the last half of the 20th century, on American culture. While the book is not ‘Christian’ his commentary on culture is helpful for understanding the setting in which we are trying to live for Christ.
Christ and Culture Revisited by D. A. Carson
How can a Christian balance living in the world without becoming like the world? To answer this relevant question, Carson examines H. Richard Niebuhr’s five options (presented in his book Christ and Culture) through a biblical-theological lens. His conclusion challenges believers to allow a comprehensive biblical theology to shape their lives.
Pathway to Freedom by Alistair Begg
In this study on the Ten Commandments, Begg provides a 21st century understanding of these ancient and significant words from God. Jesus said to His disciples, “If you love Me, keep My commandments” (John 14:15). Learn this important truth presented in a clear and straightforward style.
Books - Evangelism and Missions
Five Who Changed the World by Daniel Akin
Akin - the president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - preached five sermons in which he used stories from missionary biographies to illustrate and emphasize the biblical call to reach the world for Christ. This short book presents these sermons highlighting God’s call as seen in and through five men and women. The combination of clear biblical explanation and moving testimonies makes these messages particularly inspiring.
The Master Plan of Evangelism by Robert Coleman
Coleman’s work is perhaps the best book (outside the Bible) ever written on evangelism. I consider it essential reading for men and women who are serious about fulfilling Jesus’ commission to make disciples.
The Reason for God by Timothy Keller
Keller, the pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City, draws on more than twenty years of pastoral ministry in an environment of skepticism to present common doubts and provide succinct, biblical responses. Whether you are struggling to believe or feeling overwhelmed by the questions of unbelieving friends, this book is an excellent resource.
Podcasts
Alistair Begg, Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, OH.
John Piper, Pastor for Preaching and Vision at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, MN.
Matt Chandler, Lead Pastor at The Village Church in Highland Village, TX.
Neil McClendon, Pastor at Grand Parkway Baptist Church in Richmond, TX.
Authors
Sinclair Ferguson, Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church in Columbia, South Carolina.
A.W. Tozer (1897-1963), American pastor and author.
Donald A. Carson, Research Professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
Andrew Murray (1828-1917), South African writer, teacher, and Christian pastor.
Resources
Building a Theological Library by Daniel Akin
Looking for the best resources for biblical and theological study? Akin, the president of Southestern Seminary, has complied a list of his recommendations for studying everything from general biblical reference, to commentaries for each book, to church history. Follow the link above to downlad this 33-page pdf. file.