12 Books Every Christian Should Read
If you desire to “press on in maturity” (Hebrews 6:1) in your walk with God, we recommend the following 12 books:
Knowing God by J. I. Packer. An introduction to the person of God. Packer introduces you to who God is so you can believe in God as He is.
The Holiness of God by RC Sproul. An introduction to understanding the God who is holy, holy, holy.
The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges. Shows the centrality of the gospel in the Christian life and the church.
The Enemy Within by Kris Lundgaard. A helpful guide to understanding the sin that lurks in each one of us and how to fight against it every day. This book draws on the wisdom of John Owen’s masterwork The Mortification of Sin. If you would like to tackle that classic work in an easier to read version read Overcoming Sin and Temptationby John Owen, edited by Justin Taylor and Kelly Kapic.
131 Christians You Should Know by the Christian History Magazine Editorial Staff. A succinct yet thorough introduction to 131 Christians whose courage and faith will inspire your own. If you would rather read a short, solid biography of the great 19th century figure, Charles Spurgeon, who was known as the Prince of Preachers, try Spurgeon: A Biography by Arnold Dallimore.
Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney. A book to help you understand the disciplines of the Christian life that serve as means by which we take hold of the grace God offers us.
The Pleasures of God by John Piper. A classic book to help you see and savor what the pleasures of God show us about Him.
Redemption Accomplished and Applied by John Murray. A classic book about the two sides of redemption — its accomplishment through Christ’s atonement and its application to the lives of believers.
The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan. Only the Bible has sold more copies than this book that has been in publication since 1678. Bunyan wrote an allegory that depicts the life and struggles of the Christian.
The Gospel According to Jesus by John MacArthur. Answers the question, “What does it really mean to be saved?” by showing that conversion includes a lifetime of obedience.
Let the Nations be Glad by John Piper. A solid book on missions which shows that worship of God is the ultimate goal of the church and the biblical fuel for missions.
Found: God’s Will by John MacArthur. A very readable book that explores a vital question for every believer: How can I discover God’s plan for my life?