Resources of the Year

2025 Outreach Resources of the Year

The best Christian resources of 2026, hand-picked across every ministry category.

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.

Gary Thomas: When to Walk Away

Finding Freedom From Toxic People (Zondervan)

Edward Smither: Christian Mission

A Concise Global History (Lexham Press)

Outreach Magazine Names Resources of the Year

Highlighting recommended resources for church leaders.

Anxiety: A Barrier to Church Involvement

There is a spectrum of anxiety disorders that can make worshiping and serving difficult.

Stephen Grcevich: Mental Health and the Church

A Ministry Handbook for Including Children and Adults with ADHD, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, and Other Common Mental Health Conditions

Third World Rising

There are encouraging signs of economic development in some of the countries that were once considered third-world.

Meghan Larissa Good: The Bible Unwrapped

Making Sense of Scripture Today