Books

Brandon O’Brien’s Top Books on Small Church Ministry

Rather than being a subcategory of American ministry, the small church is the norm. If you take a longer and broader view, most churches throughout history and in most parts of the world are and always have been small.

Grover Park Baptist Church: A Thread of Hope

At auction, the quilts go for hundreds or even thousands of dollars that directly help women and children in need, providing funds for baby and maternity items at the pregnancy resource center.

James N. Sells: The Best Books on Church Care

People in pain do not live in the “post-Christian era.” They go to church for help.

Will We Trust God’s Timing and Provision?

God doesn't work on our timetable and doesn't always provide in the ways we expect, but will we trust him anyway?

Richard Mouw: Restless Faith

Holding Evangelical Beliefs in a World of Contested Labels

Understanding the Nature of Christ’s Atonement

Was Christ's work on the cross vertical, horizontal or both?

11 Books Every Leader Should Read

Each of these books has been instrumental in my development as a leader and has principles I return to frequently.

Drew Dyck: Your Future Self Will Thank You

Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science (A Guide for Sinners, Quitters, and Procrastinators)

Strategies for Self-Control in the Digital Era

Here are some tools I've found helpful to keep digital media from derailing my day.

3 Characteristics of Biblically Qualified Elders

Growing in these characteristics is the mark of a good candidate.

How to Implement Simple Discipleship in Your Church

Here are some simple ways to kick-start discipleship at your church.