RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

We believe that every believer in Jesus Christ must also be a disciple committed to taking responsibility to grow in their understanding of the faith and ability to teach and disciple others.

Below are a few resources that we have found to be biblical and helpful. 

READING & UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE

Click here for a great list of Bible reading plans

Books to help you understand the Bible:
The Bible Study Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to an Essential Practice – Lindsay Olesberg
A Visual Theology Guide to the Bible: Seeing and Knowing God’s Word – Tim Challies
Inductive Bible Study – Andreas J. Kostenberger
Taking God At His Word – Kevin DeYoung
Knowing Scripture – R.C. Sproul
How to Read the Bible Book by Book – Gordon D. Fee & Douglas Stuart
Gasping God’s Word: A Hands-On Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible & Workbook – J. Scott Duvall & J. Daniel Hays

LOOK AT THE BOOK – short videos teaching you how to study and understand a Bible passage

HOW TO READ THE BIBLE – Bible Project series of animated videos teaching how to read different books of the Bible

ATTRIBUTES OF GOD

Knowing God – J.I. Packer
The Forgotten Trinity – James R. White
Simply Trinity: The Unmanipulated Father, Son, and Spirit – Matthew Barrett
The Pursuit of God – A.W. Tozer
The Holiness of God – R.C. Sproul
The Attributes of God – Arthur W. Pink

SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES
WORSHIP

RHYTHMS OF GRACE – Mike Cosper
TRUE WORSHIPPERS – Bob Kauflin
DOES GOD CARE HOW WE WORSHIP? – Ligon Duncan

A LIFE OF WORSHIP – various articles
CORPORATE WORSHIP – various articles

CHURCH HISTORY

Church History 101: The Highlights of Twenty Centuries – Sinclair B Ferguson, Joel R Beeke, Michael A G Haykin
Church History in Plain Language – Bruce Shelley
How Christianity Changed the World – Alvin Schmidt
The Unquenchable Flame – Michael Reeves
Know the Heretics – Justin Holcomb
Know the Creeds and Councils – Justin Holcomb
Why the Reformation Still Matters – Michael Reeves & Tim Chester
Historical Theology: An Introduction to Christian Doctrine – Gregg R Allison
The Story of Christianity: Volumes 1 & 2 – Justo Gonzalez

MONEY

Whose Money Is It Anyway? – John MacArthur
The Treasure Principle – Randy Alcorn
How Should I Think About Money? – R.C. Sproul
Sex & Money: Pleasures That Leave You Empty and Grace that Satisfies – Paul David Tripp

HOW SHOULD I THINK ABOUT MONEY? – booklet by R.C. Sproul (also available as FREE eBook)
REDEEMING MONEY – Paul David Tripp
ACT OF GRACE –  James Petty
GOD AND MONEY – Greg Baumer

BIBLE MEMORIZATION

“I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” Psalm 119:11 Here is a resource link to help you begin and/or increase the discipline of Bible memorization in your life:

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly…” Colossians 3:16

FREE KINDLE BOOKS

Below are some links to FREE Kindle books on Amazon and in MOBI format. You can click to download the MOBI files and transfer them to your Kindle device via USB or emailing it to your Kindle’s email address.

The ESV Bible (Amazon link) – Crossway Publishers
The Attributes of God – A.W. Pink
Holiness – J.C. Ryle
A Shelter in the Time of Storm – Paul David Tripp
The Bruised Reed – Richard Sibbes
The Pilgrim’s Progress (Modern English Version) – John Bunyan
Captive to Glory – John Piper
Preparing for Marriage: Help for Christian Couples (PDF) – John Piper
Designed for Joy: How the Gospel Impacts Men and Women, Identity and Practice – Various Contributors
The Sovereignty of God – A.W. Pink
The Love of Christ – Robert Murray McCheyne
Killjoys: The Seven Deadly Sins – Various Authors
On the Mortification of Sin in Believers – John Owen
Habits of Grace – David Mathis
Morning and Evening (devotional) – C.H. Spurgeon
All of Grace – C.H. Spurgeon
Living in the Light: Money, Sex, and Power – John Piper
Forgiveness – J.C. Ryle
Comfort for Christians – A.W. Pink
Don’t Follow Your Heart: God’s Ways Are Not Your Ways – John Bloom
The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment (Modernized) – Jeremiah Burroughs
Martin Luther: Lessons from His Life and Labor – John Piper
The Soul Winner – C.H. Spurgeon
Not Yet Married: The Pursuit of Joy in Singleness and Dating – Marshall Segal
Risk Is Right: Better to Lose Your Life Than to Waste It – John Piper

From the Crucial Questions Series of booklets (Amazon):
What is Repentance?
What is Predestination?
Who is Jesus?
Who is the Holy Spirit?
Can I be sure I’m saved?
What can I do with my guilt?
Can I lose my salvation?
Can I trust the Bible?
What is the Trinity?

There are also many great titles for free download as PDF here at DesiringGod.org

ONLINE RESOURCES

There are so many internet resources, it’s often tough to filter through the good and the bad. Below we’ve compiled a short sample list of some solid online biblical resources that you can check out as you grow in your walk with the Lord.

LIGONIER

The ministry founded by R.C. Sproul that exists to proclaim, teach and defend the holiness of God in all its fullness to as many people as possible.

CHALLIES

The blog of pastor, author and Christian speaker – Tim Challies – with helpful book reviews and informative articles to help believers grow in their faith.

DESIRING GOD

Sermons, books, podcasts, videos, and daily articles from the ministry of John Piper.

BIBLICAL TRAINING

FREE Bible College level classes from world-class theology professors on a variety of topics.

REFNET

Free 24-hour Christian internet radio. Listen to trustworthy preaching & teaching from well-known Bible teachers.

CHRISTIAN PODCASTS

We live in a world where many people are always on the go. Podcasts are a great way to grow in your faith as you can listen during your commute, doing chores, or whenever you might find the time. You can listen on Apple (iPhone) or Google Podcasts (Android) or whatever your favourite podcast app is! Here are a few we recommend.

CORE CHRISTIANITY

Answers you can trust from seminary professor Michael Horton and Pastor Adriel Sanchez.

DESIRING GOD PODCASTS

Various podcasts from Desiring God including “Ask Pastor John”, “Solid Joys daily devotional” and more…

CROSSWAY PODCAST

Weekly thoughtful interviews with Christian authors about the Bible, theology, church history, and Christian life.

RENEWING YOUR MIND

A daily destination for trustworthy Christian teaching and in-depth Bible study with R.C. Sproul.

GRACE TO YOU

A daily podcast with sermons and broadcasts from the ministry of John MacArthur.

Got more questions about Resources?

Contact Pastor Andrew at andrew@hopechurchtw.ca for more information about solid, biblical resources to help you grow in your Christian walk.

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