I'm listing the books, websites, and other resources here that the Lord has used to encourage, train, teach, and grow me (and Will, as well. I haven't read all the books in the men's list, but I've seen God work through them in Will's life!). There are more - so many more. I'll add as I'm able and as I remember...
I also welcome suggestions, too! Will and I *really* like to read!
For in-depth Bible studying:
The Holy Bible, Genesis to Revelation, by God.
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible by James Strong
Thayer's Greek-English Lexicon
Moody Atlas of the Bible by Barry Beitzel
Firm Foundations: Creation to Christ, a 52-week study available from New Tribes Mission
General:
My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers
The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer
Anything by C.H. Spurgeon
The Truth War, or anything by John MacArthur
The Great Lives from God's Word series by Charles Swindoll
Mere Christianity, Miracles, and The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
The Crown Financial course by Howard Dayton
Wrestling Prayer by Eric & Leslie Ludy
Intercessory Prayer by Dutch Sheets
He Came to Set the Captives Free by Rebecca Brown
New Age Bible Versions by G.A. Riplinger
The Way of the Master by Ray Comfort
Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven...But Nobody Wants to Die by David Crowder & Mike Hogan
i am not but i know I AM by Louie Giglio
A Shepherd Looks at the 23rd Psalm by W. Phillip Keller
The Two Babylons by Alexander Hislop
Anything by Watchman Nee
Seeking Him, a 12-week Bible study by Nancy Leigh DeMoss
Desiring God - John Piper
Grace to You - John MacArthur
Missionaries/Evangelism:
Through Gates of Splendor and Shadow of the Almighty by Elisabeth Elliot
Bruchko by Bruce Olson
The Heavenly Man by Brother Yun
God's Smuggler by Brother Andrew
Hero Tales by Dave & Neta Jackson
Anything by Amy Carmichael
Live Like a Jesus Freak by DC Talk
Foxes Book of Martyrs
Voice of the Martyrs
New Tribes Mission
For Marriage:
Love & Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
Intended for Pleasure by Dr. Ed Wheat
The Exemplary Husband by Stuart Scott and
The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace
For Men:
The Exemplary Husband by Stuart Scott
The Barbarian Way by Erwin McManus
No More Christian Nice Guy by Paul Coughlin
Biblical Eldership by Alexander Strauch
Spiritual Leadership by J. Oswald Sanders
For Women:
The Excellent Wife and Becoming a Titus 2 Woman by Martha Peace
The Stay-at-Home Mom by Donna Otto
Open Heart, Open Home by Karen Mains
Authentic Beauty and Set-Apart Femininity by Leslie Ludy
Beautiful in God's Eyes by Elizabeth George
The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian
Passion and Purity by Elisabeth Elliot
Mommy Diagnostics and The Naturally Healthy Pregnancy by Shonda Parker
Beautiful Womanhood
For Parenting:
Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Tripp
Grace-Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel
The Heart of Anger and Teach Them Diligently by Lou Priolo
Every Day Talk by John Younts
Dare to Discipline and The Strong-Willed Child by Dr. James Dobson
Creative Correction by Lisa Whelchel
Don't Make Me Count to Three by Ginger Plowman
Growing Kids God's Way series by Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo
The Power of a Praying Parent by Stormie Omartian
Raising Homemakers
Raising Olives
For Homeschooling Families:
The Socialization Trap by Rick Boyer
The Character Builder Series (available through Alpha Omega Publications)
The Three Rs, Language & Thinking for Young Children, and The Language Wars by Ruth Beechick
Unplugged Play: No Batteries. No Plugs. Pure Fun. by Bobbi Conner
Why Gender Matters by Dr. Leonard Sax (note: the author is not writing from a Christian perspective)
The Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis
The Little House on the Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Sonlight Curriculum, Ltd.
Alpha Omega Publications
Homeschool Legal Defense Association
Other Books (Practical, How-To, DIY, etc):
The Self-Sufficient Life and How To Live It by John Seymour
Back to Basics from Reader's Digest
The Complete Book of Etiquette by Amy Vanderbilt
First Meals by Annabel Karmel
Yankee Home Hints by Earl Proulx
Better Homes & Gardens Cookbook
The Singer Sewing Library
The 5-Ingredient Cookbook by Better Homes & Gardens
Fix It and Forget It: Feasting with Your Slow-Cooker by Ranke & Good
Musical Artists/Albums We Listen To:
Keith Green
DavidCrowder*Band
Lecrae
Starfield
Glory Revealed I & II - various artists
The Harrow Family
DC Talk
Bethany Dillon
Shane & Shane
Shawn MacDonald
Kutless
The MacDonald Family Singers
For His glory!!
Lisha :)
Gasp!! You've read Wrestling Prayer, too!? You are the first blogger I've found to mention it. :) If that one gripped you, I definitely recommend The Bravehearted Gospel by Eric Ludy (good for both genders!).
ReplyDeleteAnd Donna Otto's book. And The Naturally Healthy Pregnancy... Oh my goodness! Many of the books on your list I've either read or want to!
May I recommend a couple more for you to check out? Passionate Housewives Desperate for God by Jennie Chancey and Stacy McDonald... and When You Rise Up by R.C. Sproul, Jr. :)
As for music -- you might look into Keith and Kristyn Getty's music. They are "modern hymn writers" with power-packed Gospel truths throughout their songs. :)
Wrestling Prayer impacted how I prayed so much! I've read parts of the Bravehearted Gospel along with my husband (a few years ago), and I remember liking what I read!
DeleteThanks for the recommendations. RC Sproul is becoming a favorite of mine. I'll add both titles to my "want to read this someday!" list!