I believe that we must read with discernment. But I don’t believe that Christians are limited to reading only books written about Christianity. I personally enjoy everything from theology and devotional studies, to classic mysteries and suspense, to travel-related memoirs, to biographical and historical fiction. I tend not to recommend much general fiction, simply because everyone’s tastes are so different. But anything that can help us grow as Christians, or expand our minds as mature adults, I’m happy to share.
Please keep in mind that a recommendation does not equal a wholehearted endorsement of everything that an author says. That being said –
Here are some favorite books that I think you might love.
And for more of what I’m reading, come find me on Goodreads!
Cultivating Intimacy with God
→ A Place of Quiet Rest, by Nancy Leigh DeMoss - read my review
→ A Call to Prayer
→ God is More Than Enough, by Jim Berg
→ Lord, Teach us to Pray
→ Sensational Scent of Prayer
→ The Quiet Place: Daily Devotional Readings
Living the Christian Life
→ Essential Virtues, by Jim Berg - read my review
→ From the Garden to the City, by John Dyer - read my review
→ From Pride to Humility, by Stuart Scott - read my review
→ Hinds Feet On High Places, by Hannah Hurnard
→ In His Steps
→ The Joy of Following Jesus
→ Lies Women Believe
→ Stepping Heavenward
→ Slave
→ True Community, by Jerry Bridges – read my review
→ Understanding and Applying the Bible, by Robertson McQuilken
Responding to Suffering
→ 21 Days to Finding Purpose in Pain
→ Affliction
→ A Place of Healing
→ Filling the Empty Places, by Beneth Peters Jones
→ Joni: An Unforgettable Story
Blogging & Writing
→ Blogging All-in-One For Dummies
→ Building a Life Out of Words
→ You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One)
→ The Writer’s Manifesto, by Jeff Goins
→ The 11 Secrets of Getting Published, by 
General Nonfiction
→ 21 Days To A More Disciplined Life
→ 31 Days of Twitter Tips, by Becky Robinson – read my review
→ Lit! A Christian Guide to Reading Books, by Tony Reinke
→ The Well-Educated Mind, by Susan Wise Bauer
→ Work Shift, by Anne Bogel – read my review
→ Tell Your Time, by Amy Lynn Andrews
Christian Fiction
→ Code Triage (Mercy Hospital)
→ A Room of My Own
→ Before I Wake
→ O’Malley Chronicles (Prequel, Vol.1, Vol.2)
→ Full Disclosure
→ Uncommon Heroes Series
→ The Witness
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Have you read any of the books recommended by (in)courage or ever done the book club?
This can be something a bit lighter than what you have been reading but it is a very fun way to hook up with on-line friends.
Beth, thanks for visiting! I actually just discovered (in)courage this past fall and am still finding out all they offer there. So far I have not joined in a book club, but it is something to keep in mind! I’m sure the ensuing friendship would be worth it. Thanks for mentioning it
This is great! I love the idea of including a “book shelf” in a blog! I might just have to swipe this idea from you!
This is a very long and rich list! I have read Andrew Murray’s and it was a huge blessing. Thanks for sharing, it have given me some ideas!
Have a super blessed weekend!
Love