Books and Resources for Community Groups *All books are available on Amazon, except for the Redeemer studies, which can be found on their website. Books WITH Discussion Guides Old Testament Studies Based on a Book of the Bible Genesis: Let Grace Begin, Will Hesterberg Genesis: What Were We Put in the World to Do?, Timothy Keller & Redeemer Pres. (23 studies) Genesis: A 12- Week Study, Mitchell M. Kim Deuteronomy. More Grace, More Love: Living in Covenant with God, George Robertson Living in a Pluralistic Society: Judges, Daniel & Joseph, Timothy Keller & Redeemer Pres. (25 studies) A Passion for Faithfulness Wisdom from the Book of Nehemiah, J.I. Packer Praying with the Psalms, Timothy Keller & Redeemer Pres. (20 studies) Proverbs: The Way of Wisdom, Kathleen Nielsen Isaiah: A 12- Week Study, Drew Hunter Daniel, Sinclair Ferguson New Testament Studies Based on a Book of the Bible Matthew, N.T. Wright & Dale Larsen Mark, N.T. Wright & Lin Johnson The Gospel of Mark, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Presbyterian Church (16 studies + 10 optional studies) Mark: A 12- Week Study, Dane Ortlund Luke, N.T. Wright & Patty Pell John, N.T. Wright & Kristie Berglund Getting to Know John s Gospel: A Fresh Look at its Main Ideas, Robert Peterson John: A 12- Week Study, Justin Buzzard Acts: Seeing the Spirit at Work, John Stott (18 studies) Evangelism: Studies in the Book of Acts, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Pres. Church (29 studies) Romans: Encountering the Gospel s Power, John Stott (20 studies) Romans: A 12- Week Study, Jared C. Wilson 1 Corinthians, N.T. Wright & Dale Larsen Paul for Everyone: 2 Corinthians, Tom (N.T.) Wright Galatians: Experiencing the Grace of Christ, John Stott (12 studies) Galatians: Living in Line with the Truth of the Gospel, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Pres. Church (13 studies) Ephesians: Building a Community in Christ, John Stott (12 studies) Let s Study Ephesians, Sinclair Ferguson Let s Study Philippians, Sinclair Ferguson Colossians & Philemon: 8 Studies for Individuals & Groups, N.T. Wright 1 & 2 Thessalonians: Living in the End Times, John Stott (10 studies) 1 Timothy & Titus: Fighting the Good Fight, John Stott (12 studies) 2 Timothy: Standing Firm in Truth, John Stott (8 studies) 2 Timothy, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Presbyterian Church James, Daniel Doriani James, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Presbyterian Church (21 studies) James: A 12- Week Study, Greg Gilbert 1 John: Christian Holiness and Love, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Presbyterian Church (7 studies) Revelation: The Triumph of Christ, John Stott (12 studies)
Topical Studies The Reason for God: Conversations on Faith and Life, Timothy J. Keller (6 studies with DVD) Jesus Christ: Teacher, Servant and Savior, John Stott (13 studies) Beatitudes: Developing Spiritual Character, John Stott (8 studies) The Prodigal God: Finding Your Place at the Table, Timothy Keller (6 studies with DVD) Gospel in Life: Grace Changes Everything, Timothy Keller (8 studies with DVD) Transforming Grace Discussion Guide: Living Confidently in God s Unfailing Love, Jerry Bridges Ø For CGs with people struggling with comprehending the enormity and implications of reformed theology, as well as those who come from a legalistic church background. Helping Others Change, Paul David Tripp & Timothy S. Lane (12 studies) Evangelism: A Way of Life, Rebecca Pippert & Ruth Siemens Studies in Prayer, Timothy J. Keller & Redeemer Pres. Church (10 studies) Books WITHOUT Discussion Guides *The pictured books are books we recommend strongly. I. Understanding Scripture How to Read the Bible How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth, Fee and Stuart Ø A thorough, but still readable, treatment of interpreting scripture Getting the Message, Daniel Doriani Ø A bit programmatic, but still useful, tool for understanding the Bible Ryken's Bible Handbook, Leland Ryken Knowing Scripture, R.C. Sproul Biblical Theology: The Big Picture The God Who is There, D.A. Carson Ø A book for anyone who wants to grasp the story of the Bible. One thing that sets it apart is that it assumes no prior bible knowledge accessible to everyone. The Unfolding Mystery, Edmund Clowney God's Big Picture, Vaughan Roberts Old Testament Overview Epic of Eden, Sandra Richter Ø A book designed to give its readers a helpful framework for understanding the Old Testament. One of the best OT introductions. Roots, Alec Motyer Ø One of the best OT scholars of our time provides readable and profound insights into the Old Testament narratives. New Testament Overview The Story of the New Testament, Stott and Motyer
II. Theology: The Art of Knowing God Introduction to Christianity) The God Who Is There, D.A. Carson Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis Ø The classic must read book. And a must re- read book. Simply Christian, N.T. Wright Ø A great introduction, important because it lays out the historical foundations of Christianity Orthodoxy, G.K. Chesterton Basic Christianity, John Stott Who is this Jesus?, Michael Green Knowing God Concise Theology, J.I. Packer The Holiness of God, R.C. Sproul Jesus: Teacher, Servant, and Savior, John Stott Knowing Jesus Through the Old Testament, Christopher Wright Ø A brilliant book which connects every part of the Bible to Jesus. Keep In Step with the Spirit, J.I. Packer Knowing the Holy Spirit Through the Old Testament, Christopher Wright Growing in Christ, J.I. Packer The Heidelberg Cathechism, G.I. Williamson The Christian Life, Sinclair Ferguson Body of Divinity, Thomas Watson Systematic Theology Salvation Belongs to the Lord, John Frame Bible Doctrine, Wayne Grudem Systematic Theology, Wayne Grudem Ø One of the most accessible and thorough systematic theologies today. Grudem does a great job of using theology to lead us to worship, ending each chapter with a hymn. The Doctrine of God Knowledge of the Holy, A.W. Tozer Keep in Step with the Spirit, J.I. Packer Knowing God, J.I. Packer Ø Another must read book, Packer helps the Christian set up a framework for pursuing the knowledge of God. The Pleasures of God, John Piper The Doctrine of Salvation Redemption Accomplished and Applied, John Murray The Cross of Christ, John Stott Church and the Sacraments Baptism, Three Views, David Wright (ed) Christian Hope Surprised by Hope, N.T. Wright Ø A clear presentation and defense of the biblical view of resurrection.
III. The Christian Life: The Art of Godly Living Christian Identity Abba s Child, Brendon Manning Children of the Living God, Sinclair Ferguson The Gospel and the Christian Life The Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning Dynamics of Spiritual Life, Richard Lovelace Prodigal God, Tim Keller Counterfeit Gods, Tim Keller Spiritual Formation and Discipleship The Cost of Discipleship, Dietrich Bonhoeffer The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis The Christian Life, Sinclair Ferguson Holiness by Grace, Bryan Chapell The Weight of Glory, C.S. Lewis A Call to Spiritual Reformation, D.A. Carson The Divine Conspiracy, Dallas Willard Eat This Book, Eugene Peterson A Hunger for God, John Piper Desiring God, John Piper Celebration of Discipline, Richard Foster Worship With One Voice, Reggie Kidd Worship in Spirit and in Truth, John Frame The Worship Architect, Constance Cherry Worship Matters, Bob Kauflin Fellowship Life Together, Dietrich Bonhoeffer The Wisdom of Each Other, Eugene Peterson Conflict and Reconciliation The Peacemaker, Ken Sande Stewardship The Treasure Principle, Randy Alcorn Prayer A Praying Life, Paul Miller Praying Backwards, Bryan Chapell Pray With Your Eyes Open, Richard Pratt The Ministry of Intercessory Prayer, Andrew Murray Praying Hyde, E.G. Carre
Understanding Ourselves CrossTalk, Michael Emlett Ø One of the best presentations today on how to interpret the Bible well, and apply it to our own lives. Instruments in the Redeemer s Hand, Paul David Tripp Spiritual Depression, D. Martin Lloyd- Jones On Suffering The Problem of Pain, C.S. Lewis A Grief Observed, C.S. Lewis A Grace Disguised, Jerry Sittser Making Sense of Suffering, Peter Kreeft Disappointment with God, Philip Yancey Apologetics: Gracious Defense Reason for God, Timothy Keller Evil and the Justice of God, N.T. Wright Church and Mission The Mission of God, Christopher Wright Ø A magnum opus, demonstrating the Mission of God across the pages of the whole Bible. Missional Church, Darrell Guder The Continuing Conversion of the Church, Darrell Guder Let the Nations Be Glad, John Piper Bible and Mission, Richard Bauckham Evangelism Powerful Evangelism for the Powerless, C. John Miller A Faith Worth Sharing, C. John Miller Be My Witnesses, Darrell Guder Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God, J.I. Packer Out of the Saltshaker, Rebecca Pippert Hope for Los Angeles, Justice and Urban Ministry Not for Sale, David Batstone Evangelism: Doing Justice and Preaching Grace, Harvie Conn A Theology as Big as the City, Ray Bakke The Hole in Our Gospel, Richard Stearns Theirs is the Kingdom, Robert Lupton Generous Justice, Tim Keller Ø Gives a big picture of God s concern for the poor, and the implications of that concern for us. When Helping Hurts, Corbett and Fikkert Ø A helpful discussion of the spectrum of poverty, and our responsibility and means of fighting it Ministries of Mercy, Timothy Keller Vocation and Calling The Call, Os Guinness Just Do Something, Kevin DeYoung Ø Short, clear, and fun discussion of seeking and following God s will Discovering God s Will, Sinclair Ferguson Christianity, Cultural Engagement and the Arts Creation Regained, Albert Wolters
Hollywood Worldviews, Brian Godawa Mysteries and Manners, Flannery O'Conner Art and the Bible, Francis Schaeffer Parents and Families Big Truths for Young Hearts, Bruce Ware Long Story Short: Ten Minute Devotions to Draw Your Family to God, Marty Machowski The Jesus Storybook Bible, Sally Lloyd- Jones Ø NOT JUST FOR KIDS!!! This book is incredibly well written and a great introduction to the Bible and its main themes. Big Truths for Little Kids, Susan Hunt Sacred Parenting, Gary Thomas Grace Based Parenting, Tim Kimmel Marriage Sacred Marriage, Gary Thomas Intimate Mystery, Allender and Longman The Marriage Builder, Larry Crabb The Mystery of Marriage, Mike Mason What did you Expect?, Paul Tripp Devotional Classics, Puritan Literature and Jonathan Edwards The Life of God in the Soul of Man, Henry Scougal Words to Winners of Souls, Horatius Bonar The Everlasting Righteousness, Horatius Bonar The Pilgrim's Progress, John Bunyan Overcoming Sin and Temptation, John Owen On Knowing Christ, Jonathan Edwards The Religious Affections, Jonathan Edwards Personal Declension and Revival or Religion in the Soul, Octavius Winslow The Reformed Pastor, Richard Baxter Letters of Samuel Rutherford, Samuel Rutherford The Valley of Vision, A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions Precious Remedies Against Satan's Devices, Thomas Brooks Body of Divinity, Thomas Watson Biographies Robert Murray M'Cheyne, Andrew Bonar Praying Hyde, E.G. Carre The Shadow of the Almighty, Elisabeth Elliot The Life and Diary of David Brainerd, Jonathan Edwards Church History Turning Points, Mark Noll