Books

David Washington’s Top Books on Youth Ministry

Adolescence and teen years are a small window of time that will fundamentally shape who young people will become as adults. The church cannot afford to miss the opportunity to guide those under our care.

Tiffany Stein’s Top 5 Books on Grief

Tiffany Stein is an ordained minister who also serves as a fourth-grade teacher. She previously served as a women’s pastor and marriage and care...

Food for Thought

Shepherding the church has been and always will be theological at root.

Stop Segregating Youth

Mark Cannister: "Transformation happens ... when they are engaged in the broader life of the church and connected to a network of caring adults."

Transformation! The Heart of the Matter

Robert L. Saucy: "The heart, above all, is designed to seek wisdom and knowledge by hearing God’s Word."

Trading the Dream: One Family’s Story of Purpose

Hilary Alan: "In 2006 we let go of everything that was familiar to us. ... Nothing would ever be the same."

One Conversation: God Speaks Through a Casual Encounter

Holly A. Melton: "We need to be willing to ask the Holy Spirit to guide us when it comes to sharing the story of the gospel."

The Path to Discipleship Applauded by Jesus

Reggie McNeal: "Spiritual development does not occur in some kind of vacuum. It works its way out in these relationships that are part of everyday life."

Helping Men Discover a New Definition of Success

Colt McCoy and Matt Carter: "The real win for a man is built on two simple but strategic components—who you trust and who you serve."

Beyond Our Own Idolatry … Grace

Jud Wilhite: "Until we realize God rescued us for his fame and not our own, we’ll miss the ultimate purpose for life, which is him."

Jesus Justice: Learning and Living the Resurrection

Peter Goodwin Heltzel: "Christ’s kingdom was based on emptying oneself into shalom justice, emptying oneself into practical pacifism and emptying oneself into neighbor love."