Core Books and Resources
These books and resources reflect a "recommended list" from Christ Community leaders on a variety of topics. Many of them are also available for purchase at The Vine's Bookstore in the north lobby, and are available for check-out in the Christ Community Library in the mezzanine of the lobby/cafe. Our desire is that these will help cultivate your relationship with Christ, expand your kingdom impact and strengthen your grasp of God's Word, the Bible.
Click on the link/title to purchase the book or resource.
Apologetics
The Case for Faith by Lee Strobel
The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel
The Case for a Creator by Lee Strobel
Basics for New Believers
Christianity 101 by Gilbert Bilezekian
What the Bible is All About by Henrietta Mears
Christian Beliefs by Wayne Grudem (very basic)
The Compact Guide to the Christian Faith by John Schwarz
Bible Timeline Pamphlet
Christian History Timeline Pamphlet
Basic Bible Reference
Nelson’s Compact Bible Handbook
The New Manners and Customs of Bible Times
Bible Doctrine by Wayne Grudem
(for those with a little Bible background)
Vine's Complete Expository Dictionary of Old/New Testament Words
Cults / Comparative Religions
What the Cults Believe by
Christianity, Cults and Religions Pamphlet
Men
Wild at Heart by John Eldredge
Every Man’s Battle by Stephen Arterburn
Women
Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul
by John and Stasi Eldredge
Singles
Holy Me: The Single Adults Guide to the Spiritual Journey
by Harold Ivan Smith
Successful Single Parenting by Gary Richmond
Small Group Leadership
Small Group Leadership as Spiritual Direction by Heather Webb
How to Lead Small Groups by Neal McBride
The Seven Deadly Sins of Small Group Ministry
by Bill Donohue and Russ Robinson
How to Ask Great Questions by Karen Lee-Tharp
Spiritual Gifts and Strengths Discovery
What You Do Best in the Body of Christ by Bruce Bugbee
Uniquely You (23 Gifts and DISC) Profile
Living Your Strengths by Winseman, Clifton and Liesveld
Community
Community 101 by Gilbert Bilezekian
The Pursuit of God in the Company of Friends by Richard Lamb
Leadership
Lead Like Jesus by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges
Spiritual Leadership by Oswald Sanders
Spiritual Leadership: Moving People On to God's Agenda
by Henry and Richard Blackaby
Global Perspectives
Operation World … book and CD
Relational Evangelism
Just Walk Across the Room by Bill Hybels
Blue Like Jazz: Non-Religious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality
by Donald Miller
Conspiracy of Kindness by Steve Sjogren
101 Ways to Reach Your Community by Steve Sjogren
Spiritual Formation
The Pressure’s Off by Larry Crabb
Soul Talk by Larry Crabb
Transformed into Fire by Judith Hougen
Freedom in Christ / Spiritual Warfare
Bondage Breaker by Neil Anderson
Victory Over the Darkness by Neil Anderson
Steps to Freedom in Christ Workbook by Neil Anderson
Marriage / Preparation
Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas
Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs
Before You Say I Do by H. Norman Wright
The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg
Fit to Be Tied by Bill and Lynne Hybels
Financial Freedom
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey –
DivorceCare and GriefShare Basics
DivorceCare Participant Workbook
Divorce Care: Hope, Help and Healing During and After Your Divorce by Kathy Leonard
Helping Children Survive Divorce by Archibald Hart
GriefShare Participant Workbook
Grieving Through the Loss of Someone You Love
by Raymond Mitsch
It's Okay to Cry: A Parent's Guide to Helping Children Through the Losses of Life by Joey O’Connor