2018 Fall Resource Guide
Back to the Books
As the summer winds down and school and small groups recommence, find some resources to get back into your study of God and his Word.
For High School Students
This Changes Everything
Jaquelle Crowe
Written by a teenager for teenagers, This Changes Everything is a deeply theological yet practical and accessible book on how the gospel radically transforms every aspect of the teen years.
ESV Student Study Bible®
David W. Chapman, Lane T. Dennis, Wayne Grudem, Thomas R. Schreiner, Barry J. Beitzel, T. Ryan Buchanan, Bill Deckard, J. I. Packer, Leen Ritmeyer, C. John Collins, John D. Currid
The ESV Student Study Bible, adapted from the ESV Study Bible, contains 12,000+ study notes, book introductions and timelines, 80+ maps and illustrations, 120 character profiles, 900 "Did You Know?" facts, 10 topical articles, and more.
None Like Him
Jen Wilkin
This exploration of ten attributes that belong to God alone reminds us of why our limits are a good thing in light of God’s limitlessness—celebrating the freedom that comes from letting God be God.
In His Image
Jen Wilkin
This book by the best-selling author of Women of the Word explores ten attributes of God that Christians are called to reflect, helping readers discover freedom and purpose in becoming all that God made them to be.
The Story of Everything
Jared C. Wilson
The gospel isn’t just our ticket into heaven; it changes everything about everything. This book shows what the gospel means for every aspect of our lives and our world—nothing remains unchanged by God’s story.
Disciplines of a Godly Young Man
R. Kent Hughes, Carey Hughes
Carries the momentum of Disciplines of a Godly Man to the next generation of Christians, featuring a relevant, no-nonsense angle that appeals to the sensibilities of young men.
Disciplines of a Godly Woman
Barbara Hughes
Barbara Hughes carefully guides her readers through the Scriptures, asks them questions for self-evaluation, and provides helpful suggestions for direct application of these fundamental spiritual disciplines.
ESV Illuminated™ Bible, Art Journaling Edition
The ESV Illuminated Bible, Art Journaling Edition places the full ESV text alongside over 500 elegantly hand-lettered gold ink illustrations by renowned artist Dana Tanamachi.
Girl Talk
Carolyn Mahaney, Nicole Mahaney Whitacre
This book will help mothers and daughters communicate and pass on the legacy of God’s design for womanhood from one generation to the next.
True Feelings
Carolyn Mahaney, Nicole Mahaney Whitacre
A mother-daughter team offers women a fresh perspective on their emotions straight from God's Word, helping them handle their feelings in a way that honors God and others.
For College Students
ESV Journaling Bible®
The ESV Journaling Bible features 2-inch ruled margins for writing observations, reflections, prayers, praises, and journal entries.
Even Better than Eden
Nancy Guthrie
Tracing 9 themes throughout the Bible, this book reveals how God’s plan for the new heaven and the new earth, far better than restoration to Eden, is already having an impact in the world today.
Defending Your Faith
R. C. Sproul
R. C. Sproul surveys the history and fundamentals of apologetics to show that reason and scientific inquiry can be strong allies in defending the existence of God and the authority of the Bible.
Echoes of Exodus
Alastair J. Roberts, Andrew Wilson
Exploring the theme of exodus throughout both the Old and New Testaments, this book sheds light on Scripture’s unified message of redemption from slavery to sin through Jesus Christ.
Theologians You Should Know
Michael Reeves
Reeves helps modern readers see that the lives and thought of important theologians from the past are still relevant today, shaping what we believe and how we live as Christians.
ESV Study Bible
The ESV Study Bible—created by a diverse team of 95 leading Bible scholars and teachers—features 20,000 study notes, 80,000 cross–references, 200+ charts, 50+ articles, 240 full–color maps and illustrations, and more.
Why Trust the Bible?
Greg Gilbert
The Bible is foundational to Christianity, but many believers struggle to articulate why they trust it. This short book, perfect for small groups or outreach, examines historical and theological arguments that demonstrate the Bible’s reliability.
Biblical and Theological Studies
Michael J. Wilkins, K. Erik Thoennes
A New Testament scholar (Wilkins) and a theologian (Thoennes) offer readers a guide to biblical and theological studies from an evangelical perspective, highlighting foundational convictions while exploring contemporary issues. Part of the Reclaiming the Christian Intellectual Tradition series.
For Seminary Students
Crossway ESV Bible Atlas
John D. Currid, David P. Barrett
This groundbreaking, full-color companion to the ESV Bible combines visual appeal with state-of-the-art historical and geographical resources in one user-friendly volume.
The Greek New Testament, Produced at Tyndale House, Cambridge
The Greek New Testament, Produced at Tyndale House, Cambridge edited by Dr. Dirk Jongkind and Dr. Peter Williams, is a critical Greek text reflecting decades of scholarly advances and groundbreaking scribal habit studies.
Kingdom through Covenant
Peter J. Gentry, Stephen J. Wellum
Gentry and Wellum present a thoughtful and viable alternative to both covenant theology and dispensationalism. Second edition features updated and revised content, clarifying key material and providing up-to-date research.
Covenant and God's Purpose for the World
Thomas R. Schreiner
This book shows how the kingdom of God has advanced through the progression of distinct covenants, collectively serving as the foundation for God's promise to bring redemption to his people.
How to Read and Understand the Biblical Prophets
Peter J. Gentry
Using illustrations and clear examples, leading Old Testament scholar Peter Gentry helps readers understand how to read the prophetic texts as they were intended to be read.
For Small Group Leaders
ESV Scripture Journal
The ESV Scripture Journal: New Testament Set includes 19 volumes, featuring the text of each New Testament book opposite lightly lined blank pages for recording notes and prayers—a great resource for personal Bible reading and reflection, group Bible studies, or sermon notes.
Habits of Grace Study Guide
David Mathis
Designed as a supplement to Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines, this study guide includes Scripture readings, discussion questions, and key quotations from the book, designed for both individuals and small groups.
Caring for One Another
Edward T. Welch
Edward T. Welch guides small groups through 8 lessons aimed at helping ordinary Christians create a community where people bear one another’s burdens and care for each other in times of trouble.
Prayer
John Onwuchekwa
Examining what Jesus taught about prayer and how the first Christians approached prayer in the early church, this book offers practical advice for those eager to prioritize prayer in their churches. Part of the 9Marks: Building Healthy Churches series.
Discipling
Mark Dever
Aimed at equipping Christians to obey Jesus’s command to make disciples, this book by Mark Dever walks through the who, what, where, why, and how of discipling in the context of the local church.
Gospel Fluency
Jeff Vanderstelt
Teaching believers what it looks like for the gospel to become a natural part of our everyday conversations, Vanderstelt shows that the good news about Jesus impacts every facet of our lives.
Christ + City
Jon Dennis
Over half of the world’s population now lives in cities, but the gospel has not yet flourished in many important urban centers. Dennis calls Christians to reach city-dwellers through passionate proclamation and whole-life engagement.
Dig Deeper
Nigel Beynon, Andrew Sach
Christians who wield these sixteen Bible-reading tools will better understand God's guidance for their lives, come to know him better, and grow to love him more.