It's Not about Me by Max Lucado
This has to be one of my favorite books. This book contains so many biblical truths. I used this book as a youth pastor on a mission trip and it greatly impacted the lives of everyone on the trip. Read one chapter a day and God will grow you.

Max does such a great job with all of his books, he could almost provide a top ten list of his own. You can't loose with any Lucado books.

More Than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell
Since its release, More Than a Carpenter has been challenging readers to ask the question, "Who is Jesus?"

Author and renowned speaker Josh McDowell acknowledges that while the topic of God is widely accepted, the name of Jesus often causes irritation.

"Why don't the names of Buddha, Mohammed, Confucius offend people?

The reason is that these others didn't claim to be God, but Jesus did."

By addressing questions about scientific and historical evidence, the validity of the Bible, and proofs of the resurrection, McDowell helps the reader come to an informed and intelligent decision about whether Jesus was a liar, a lunatic, or the Lord.

The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel
The Case for Christ records Lee Strobel's attempt to "determine if there's credible evidence that Jesus of Nazareth really is the Son of God."

The book consists primarily of interviews between Strobel (a former legal editor at the Chicago Tribune) and biblical scholars such as Bruce Metzger.

Each interview is based on a simple question, concerning historical evidence (for example, "Can the Biographies of Jesus Be Trusted?"), scientific evidence, ("Does Archaeology Confirm or Contradict Jesus' Biographies?"), and "psychiatric evidence" ("Was Jesus Crazy When He Claimed to Be the Son of God?").

Together, these interviews compose a case brief defending Jesus' divinity, and urging readers to reach a verdict of their own.

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
One of the most popular and beloved introductions to Christian faith ever written, Mere Christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide.

Rejecting the boundaries that divide Christianity's many denominations, C.S. Lewis provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear a powerful, rational case for Christian faith.

It is a collection of scintillating brilliance that remains strikingly fresh for the modern reader and at the same time confirms C.S. Lewis's reputation as one of the leading writers and thinkers of our age.

Case for Faith, The by Lee Strobel
Award-winning reporter and author Lee Strobel (The Case for Christ) once again uses his investigative skills to address the primary objections to Christianity.

As a former atheist, Strobel understands the rational resistance to faith.

He even names the eight most convincing arguments against Christian faith

These are mighty tough questions, and Strobel fields them well.

This is a book of substance and merit, one that will help Christians defend their faith, especially during the hardest of times, when they have to defend their faith to themselves in moments of doubt.

My Utmost for His Highest : An Updated Edition in Today's Language by Oswald Chambers, James Reimann (Introduction), Charles F. Stanley
Oswald Chambers, a Scotsman who converted to Christianity in his teens under the ministry of Charles Spurgeon, has been affecting Christians with his devotional words since My Utmost for His Highest was first published in 1935.

This acknowledged classic contains 365 daily readings that take heady doctrine and make it practical, realistic, and intensely personal.

With humor and humility, Chambers speaks plainly to the common man struggling with devotion to Christ in daily living.

What's So Amazing About Grace? by Philip Yancey
On the heels of Philip Yancey's best-selling "The Jesus I Never Knew" comes his equally important and tautological treatment of grace, the engine that powers Christian love and pushes evil away with forgiveness.
Half Time-Bob Buford
Why did God create you? what is your purpose? This is not a book about football, this is a book about your life. What is in your box? What is your life about? What will you do with your life?
The Great House Of God by Max Lucado >
Using the Lord's Prayer as a floor plan for The Great House of God, Max Lucado introduces us to a God who desires his children to draw close to him.

Warm your heart by the fire in the living room. Nourish your spirit in the kitchen. Step into the hallway and find forgiveness. No house is more complete, no foundation more solid.

So come to the house built just for you, The Great House of God.

When God Whispers Your Name by Max Lucado
Do you find it hard to believe that the One who made everything keeps your name on His heart and on His lips?

Did you realize that your name is written on the hand of God (Is. 49:16)?

Perhaps you've never seen your name honored. And you can't remember when you heard it spoken with kindness.

In this book, Lucado offers the inspiration to believe that God has already bought the ticket-with your name on it.

He Chose The Nails by Max Lucado
The wood. The thorns. The nails. Christ's sacrifice has defined the very essence of mankind's faith for the past 2000 years.

And now, Max Lucado invites you to examine the cross, contemplate its purpose, and celebrate its significance with He Chose the Nails.

With his warm, caring style, Max examines the symbols surrounding Christ's crucifixion, revealing the claims of the cross and asserting that if they are true, then Christianity itself is true.

The supporting evidence either makes the cross the single biggest hoax of all time, or the hope of all humanity.

More than a book, the campaign includes the first stand-alone workbook, leaders guide, and video package from Max, as well as a praise & worship CD from Here to Him music featuring several of today's favorite Christian artists.

Morning and Evening by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
What better way to begin and end the day than with meditation on the Word of God? This classic devotional will assist Christians in their personal meditation by providing, each day, devotional thoughts upon rising and retiring.

Brimming with Spurgeon's passionate love of God, the devotionals are just as powerful now as when they were written more than one hundred years ago.

This full year's worth of morning and evening devotions will encourage and inspire readers to a closer, deeper walk with the Lord.

Celebration of Discipline-Richard Foster
This is not the easiest book to read, if you want easy, try Life You've Always Wanted, by John Ortberg. This is a great book though. Richard Foster brings us to an important place, if we want to grow in our walk, we have to grow daily in our discipline.
The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brendan Manning
Not everyone can look at Christianity the way Brennan Manning does. This book helped inspire Rich Mullins, and just because of that it is worth reading. This will get your mind moving, your heart aching and your prayers to be out of the box!
Wild at Heart-John Eldredge
OK, this book is not for everyone, but if you are free spirited, you gotta read this one. If you long for wide open spaces, and you want to see what God has in store, take a journey with John Eldredge.
Every Man's Battle-Stephen Arteburn
Agree, or disagree, this book will hit home, dig in, get what you choose, open your heart and grow.
Know Why You Believe-Paul Little
Ok, now you know what you believe, but here is why you believe. This book will help you get backbone to what your beliefs are. This book will help you with scripture and mold your character.
Life You've Always Wanted-John Ortberg
Slow down, take a breathe, and sit back with John and soak up what God has in store for your life. You will not be able to read this in one sitting, this book needs time! God will use it to mold your heart if you let it. I used this book as a basis for a series of youth talks over a six month period. It is awesome!
Revolution-George Barna
Yes, this book does make my top ten list. Read it and find out why! This book has alot of insight into what God is doing in the church now. It is not a warning to churches, or a movement, it is a more of a map readers view looking at the landscape of the church in the USA right now, and how people don't want religion, they want God!
Your Best Life Now-Joel Osteen
I love encouragement, The Bible asks us to be encouragers, God encouraged me through Joel. Joel is a very uplifting positive young man, who is first book is very helpful, and good easy reading.
Success God's Way- Charles Stanley
Oh, the world, our eyes are on such the wrong prize! Our schools do such a bad job teaching us what we call success. Charles Stanley does a great job defining success from a biblical standpoint. I have given this book to graduates for years as a youth pastor. I can't think of a better book to help someone grow!
Messy Spirituality-Mike Yaconelli
Yaconelli changed the face of youth ministry over the past three decades with his honest approach to the challenges of today's youth. This book will help give you a different perspective on religion. It is not about religion-it is about God, and Mike does a great job helping us sort out the mess on earth.
The Cost of Discipleship-Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Yaconelli changed the face of youth ministry over the past three decades with his honest approach to the challenges of today's youth. This book will help give you a different perspective on religion. It is not about religion-it is about God, and Mike does a great job helping us sort out the mess on earth.