Recommended Reading
10 BITE-SIZE-BOOKS
So, many really struggle to read & find studying who God is (Theology) very intimidating. We get it! That's why we wanted to suggest 10 small books that are great introductions to some powerful subjects. Some of these are available in the One Harbor bookstore on Sunday AM's.
(in no particular order)
Living The Cross Centered Life By CJ Mahaney
Simple examination of how to make sure your life is Gospel-Centered
What Is A Healthy Church? By Mark Dever
Don't get wowed by programs & passion, but by Biblical requirements for what a "healthy church" really is.
What Is A Healthy Church Member? By Thabiti Anyabwile
So the American-Way to go to church is, "Show up, shut up & pay up," but what does God require of us?
What Is The Gospel? By Greg Gilbert
Nothing could be more important than understanding what God has done for us through His Son. No matter how long you've been a Christian, growing deeper in an understanding of the Gospel is vitally important at every level.
The Prodigal God By Tim Keller
Taking the oftentimes misunderstood passage of "the prodigal son," Kellar addresses the two types of people in the world, Robots (older brother) & Rebels (younger brother), & how both of them relate to the Father.
Counterfeit Gods By Tim Kellar
When a good thing becomes a "god-thing" it becomes a bad thing. Kellar addresses the modern-day idols in our lives that compete with the only one who can really satisfy our deepest desires- God.
What Does God Want Of Us Anyway? By Mark Dever
Ever wondered what the whole Bible was about? Many try to read the Bible through but in the end give up or get lost and discouraged. Dever has provided an excellent overview of the main themes of the Bible that make it possible for us to understand both the individual stories & the greater story that God has provided in the Bible.
Stop Dating The Church By Joshua Harris
From the author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye comes a great little book about moving away from a "dating" or consumer approach to the church. In a "me-centered" world, Christians really need to be reminded that God has not called us to be Lone Rangers, but part of a family.
Sex, Marriage & The Glory Of God By CJ Mahaney
Specifically designed for husbands, all of us can learn from this provocative subject that has crippled so many in the church today. We need to stop being so embarrassed about what God has to say regarding sexuality & "the sin that so easily entangles." Mahaney fights for Gospel-Centered men husbands to rise up & glorify God through their marriages.
When Sinners Say, "I Do" By Dave Harvey
So, we plan for the china we'll use at Thanksgiving as well as everything else...except Sin. You may never use the china you were given at your wedding, but we all, as sinners, are sure to sin against each other intentionally and/or unintentionally. At those moments, will we sacrifice the marriage, i.e. Divorce, or will we allow what Jesus has done on the cross be the sacrifice that keeps us together? If we could, we'd buy this one for every married couple or person who wants to be married at One Harbor Church. Truly powerful!
You also may want to check out Mark Driscoll's "A Book You'll Actually Read" series. Titles include: On The Old Testament, On The New Testament, On Church Leadership, and Who Is God? Super small, but packed with knowledge.
