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.

This Year’s Best Cross-Cultural and Missional Books

Evaluated by Robert Gallagher, director and professor of intercultural studies at Wheaton College Graduate School.

This Year’s Best Books on Leadership

Evaluated by Greg Ligon

This Year’s Best Books on Spiritual Growth

Evaluated by Glenn Paauw, director of content for the Institute for Bible Reading.

The 28 Best Books of the Year

17th annual celebration of the best resources from the past year

This Year’s Best Books on Evangelism and Discipleship

Evaluated by Michelle Sanchez, executive minister of Make and Deepen Disciples

Gary Thomas: When to Walk Away

Finding Freedom From Toxic People (Zondervan)