Resources of the Year

The 22nd Annual Outreach Resources of the Year

The Outreach Resources of the Year honors the past year’s best books that emphasize outreach-oriented ideas that churches and organizations of all sizes can use. In this section you will discover valuable tools that belong in your library of resources to further the kingdom of God. You will reach for them time and again as they enhance your effectiveness in ministry through the years.

New Report on Sin Yields Surprising Results

Among those who do believe not attending worship is sin, 36% do not attend weekly, and 24% do not even attend monthly.

Outreach Resources of the Year: Kids

This children’s book does a good job of showing children the point of the gospel message—that Jesus came to rescue us.

The Science of Virtue

Mark McMinn: Why Positive Psychology Matters to the Church

The Quiet Practice of Solitude and Secrecy

Solitude is uncomfortable and takes practice. That's OK. It's worth it to cultivate intimacy with God.

Recapturing the Wonder

Mike Cosper: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World

What Happens When We Practice What We Preach?

Simply living out your faith day by day speaks the gospel more powerfully than any sermon.

The Minister as Moral Theologian

Sondra Wheeler: Ethical Dimensions of Pastoral Leadership

Why Young Evangelicals Are Turning to Catholicism

Examining the motivations for the Protestant exodus

In Search of Ancient Roots

Kenneth J. Stewart: The Christian Past and the Evangelical Identity Crisis

Serving Local Schools

Chuck Bomar: Bring Christ’s Compassion to the Core of Your Community