Proclaiming the Gospel, Reflecting the Kingdom
Discipleship resources
The best way to read a book or an article is to grab another person or a group of people and read it together. Talk about what you are learning and learn together. Then the reading really becomes an "excuse" to get together and encourage one another in faith. Below is a list of great articles followed by a list of great books arranged topically. The books range from historical to theological to practical, take your pick. And if you have a book or article you think we should add to the list, let us know!
Discipleship Articles
Biblical Productivity, C.J Mahaney
COMA Questions (for reading the Bible together), David Helm
The Cross and Criticism, Alfred Poirier (study guide)
Did He Die For You?, Timothy Keller
A Do It Yourself Marriage Retreat, Deepak Reju
The Expulsive Power of a New Affection, Donald Whitney
Fellowship Questions: An Outline for Discipleship Groups, Donald Whitney
Getting to the Heart of Conflict, Ken Sande (study questions)
Gospel Driven Sanctification, Jerry Bridges
How Christ Changes Us By His Grace, Paul Tripp and Tim Lane
Idols of the Heart and Vanity Fair, David Powlison
The Living God is a Missionary God, John Stott
Mutual Duties of Husbands and Wives, Richard Baxter
Personal Disciple Making Plan, David Platt
Premaritial Counseling for Married People, Paul Tripp (study questions)
Puritian Resources for Biblical Counseling, Tim Keller
Resolving Conflict Christ's Way, Robert D. Jones
Ten Questions To Ask To Make Sure You're Still Growing, Donald Whitney
To Take the Soul to Task, David Powlison
Podcast Recommendations
White Horse Inn: Michael Horton and others discuss theological and cultural issues from a Reformed perspective.
The Gospel Coalition: Evangelical leaders from various denominations who want to restore focus to Christ and the gospel for the church, away from fads and trends that have overtaken the church over the last century or so. The podcast podcast has a variety of excellent content on theology and current church and cultural issues.
Help Me Teach the Bible: Nancy Gutherie talks to some of the best teachers and preachers of our day to equip all kinds of Bible teachers to creatively teach through specific books of the Bible.
Renewing Your Mind: R.C Sproul's lectures on various theological topics.
9Marks Audio Interviews: Mark Dever interviews others regarding various issues facing the church.
Signposts: Russell Moore also discusses various theological and cultural issues such as gender and sexuality and church life in a secular society.
Thinking in Public: Albert Mohler interviews various Christian and non-Christian thinkers about major theological, historical and cultural matters that are key issues of our day.
The Briefing: Albert Mohler offers a daily worldview analysis about leading news headlines and cultural conversations.
Five Minutes in Church History: Just what it sounds like. So much of church history is relevant today.
Books
What is a good resource for women?
Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds, Jen Wilkin
When did the church begin and where did all the different denominations come from?
The Story of Christianity (2 vols), Justo Gonzalez
What does God want from husbands and wives?
When Sinners Say I Do, Dave Harvey
The Meaning of Marriage, Tim and Kathy Keller
This Momentary Marriage, John Piper
What does God want from parents?
Gospel-Powered Parenting: How the Gospel Shapes and Transforms Parenting, William Farely
Age of Opportunity: A Biblical Guide to Parenting Teens, Paul David Tripp
Training Children for Their Good, Andy Naselli
How do I grow my prayer life?
A Praying Life, Paul Miller
Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation, D.A Carson
How should I think about ministry within the church?
The Deliberate Church, Mark Dever
The Trellis and the Vine, Colin Marshall and Tony Payne
What Is a Healthy Church?, Mark Dever
How can I know God's will when I am making decisions?
Just Do Something: A Liberating Approach to Finding God's Will, Kevin DeYoung
What is sanctification?
The Hole in Our Holiness, Kevin DeYoung
The Discipline of Grace: God's Role in the Pursuit of Holiness, Jerry Bridges
How can I keep growing in my relationship with God?
The Transforming Power of the Gospel, Jerry Bridges
Overcoming Sin and Temptation, John Owen