Recommended Reading

All of the books below are available from our library.  If you would like to purchase your own copy, click on the book covers below!
 The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren

Understand God's purpose for your life so that you can learn to live the life for which you were created.  The book is divided into forty short chapters so that it can be read as a daily devotional or studied in a small group setting.
 
 
 
 
The Purpose Driven Chuch by Rick Warren 
 

Every church is driven by something.  Tradition, finances, programs, personalities, events, seekers, and even buildings can each be the controlling force in a church.  But Rick Warren believes that in order for a church to be healthy it must become a purpose-driven church by Jesus. 

 
 
 
Joshua by Joseph F. Girzone

A woodcarver who settles into a small cabin on the edge of town, Joshua mystifies the supicious local folk with his simple ways, generosity, and acceptance of others.  Soon it is obvious to them that Joshua is up to something - but what?

 
 
RADICAL - by David Platt

David Platt discovered a blind spot in his Christian faith. As the pastor of a 4,000 member congregation meeting in a multi-million dollar facility he began to see a discrepancy between how Jesus said His followers would live and the reality of his wealthy church. In Radical:Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream, Platt examines how American Christianity has manipulated the gospel to fit our cultural preferences, and challenges you to take a transforming journey in authentic discipleship. 
 

The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn
 
You are invited to partake in a revolution that calls for radical generosity and freedom from materialism.  Discover how joyful giving brings God maximum glory had his children (that's you!) ultimate pleasure.
 

 
Crazy Love - Francis Chan

The God of the universe is crazy about you! His love is the most powerful thing in the world and He wants to give it to you, so you can live for Him. If you have made a commitment to follow Christ, then read Crazy Love to be reminded and challenged in your walk. Sharing from his own life struggles and sacrifices, author Francis Chan issues a call for selfless, Christ-like living. Let the love you have received from God impact your life like never before.
 
 
The Church Awakening: An Urgent Call For Renewal
by Charles R. Swindoll

Respected pastor and best-selling author Swindoll exposes the problems of---and offers solutions for---the entertainment-based postmodern evangelical church. Revealing why and how far we've drifted from the truth, he shows how a return to biblical preaching and teaching will restore the life-altering strength and impact of the Bride of Christ. Illuminating and empowering! 288 pages, hardcover from Faithwords.