“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 ESV
Welcome!
I’m so excited you’re here! I get a LOT of questions about quality, biblical resources. After all, there is a LOT of garbage out there that is leading people astray. So I created this biblical library of resources list just for you! It can be so overwhelming to know who to trust and who has a historical biblical worldview. So I’ve done the work for you! But, this is JUST a starting place. Once you become familiar with some names and ministries, you’ll be able to do some legwork of your own and determine who is solid.
Happy reading!
Amber
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FAQS
What is your theology?
I adhere to conservative/historical/orthodox Christianity that has withstood the test of time. I will never recommend resources that veer from this. However, within that frame, I will include resources from authors who differ on non-primary issues. For an example: I am not a Calvinist, but you will see a few here because their materials are still solid.
Why are you giving this list away for free?
- I love God and desire nothing more than to make disciples of Jesus for His glory.
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You don’t have _____ on the list!
This page is a work in progress and I will be continually updating it as I vet new and biblically sound resources. So please bookmark it and come back regularly to check in! Furthermore, I do try to steer clear of books I deem “fluff”. Typically, this includes many popular Christian titles that doesn’t offer much depth. I don’t really desire to give you a pep talk as much as I desire to answer your questions and help you know what you believe.
How can you have ______’s book on your list? I heard they said ______!
As always, my sharing about a book, author, podcast, song, video clip, tv show, or movie does NOT necessarily constitute a full endorsement of everything they believe, teach, produce, or have ever said. But, I will only ever share resources which I believe are theologically solid in and of themselves. No human, Christian, or teacher/leader is perfect or always speaks perfectly. I will endorse biblically sound materials from those with a good track record across the board. We can disagree on non-primary issues or on how something was worded. If someone gets off track on issues of primary importance, I will immediately remove their materials from the list. I will never have known false teachers’ materials on this list, ever.
How big are these books and what ages are they for?
When looking to buy, be sure to check the number of pages. Some are light, easy reads. Others are heavy, more scholarly reads. Also, for children’s books, be sure to check the listing for an idea of the age range it would be best for. Choose what’s best according to what you’re looking for.
How is this list organized?
The categories are as follow:
- Biblical Literacy
- Biblical Living
- Biblical Worldview
- Parenting
- Homeschooling
- Healthy Living
- Children
- Church
Be aware that some resources overlap categories, so I’ll be picking the one I feel is most accurate.
The books in each category are listed in alphabetical order. As I have time, I’ll work on organizing them even better. Thanks for your patience!
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Biblical Literacy
Books:
- 50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith by Gregg R. Allison
- All You Need to Know About the Bible series by Brian Edwards
- Apologetics Study Bible
- Bible Doctrine by Wayne Grudem
- The Bible Handbook by The Daily Grace Co
- The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble
- The Big Book of Christian Apologetics by Norman L. Geisler
- Canon Revisited: Establishing the Origins and Authority of the New Testament Books by Michael J. Kruger
- The Case for Christ by Lee Strobl
- Christian Apologetics by Douglas Groothius
- Church History in Plain Language by Bruce L. Shelley
- Cold Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace
- Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible
- Dig Deeper- Tools for Understanding God’s Word by Nigel Beyond and Andrew Sach
- ESV Study Bible
- Evidence for Christianity by Josh McDowell
- Evidence That Demands a Verdict by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell
- A General Introduction to the Bible by Norman L. Geisler
- God’s Big Picture- Tracing the Storyline of the Bible by Vaughn Roberts
- A Gospel Primer for Christians by Milton Vincent
- Grasping God’s Word by J. Scott Duvall
- The History of Christian Doctrines by Louis Berkhof
- How Can I Get More Out of My Bible Reading? by Jeremy Kimble
- How God Became Jesus by Michael F. Bird
- How Not to Read the Bible by Dan Kimball
- How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart
- I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist by Frank Turek and Norman Geisler
- Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics by Walter C. Kaiser Jr.
- Is God a Moral Monster by Paul Copan
- The IVP Bible Background Commentary- New Testament by Craig S. Keener (Old Testament)
- Knowing God by J.I. Packer
- Living by the Book by Howard G. Hendricks
- More Than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell
- Myths and Mistakes in New Testament Textual Criticism by Elijah Hixson
- The New Strong’s Expanded Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible by James Strong
- The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable? by F.F. Bruce
- On Guard: Defending Your Faith with Reason and Precision by William Lane Craig
- The Popular Handbook of Archeology and the Bible by Joseph M. Holden
- The Question of Canon by Michael J. Kruger
- Search the Word by The Daily Grace Co
- The Story of Reality by Greg Koukl
- Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem
- Systematic Theology Study Bible
- The Theology Handbook by The Daily Grace Co
- The Thrill of Orthodoxy by Trevin Wax
- The Unshakable Truth by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell
- Visual Theology by Tim Challies and Josh Byers
- A Visual Theology Guide to the Bible by Tim Challies and Josh Byers
- Vine’s Complete Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words by W.E. Vine
- The Whole Message of the Bible in 16 Words by Chris Bruno
- Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin
- Zondervan’s Essential Atlas of the Bible by Carl G. Rasmussen
Podcasts:
- The Bible Recap Podcast
- A Year in the Bible with Daily Grace Podcast
- The Apologetics Guy Show Podcast
- Verity Podcast (season 2) #1-7: Introduction to the Canon… and the shows that follow in that series (Phylicia Masonheimer)
- GotQuestions.org Podcast
Articles:
Other:
- Got Questions?
- The Bible Minor Project by Cedarville University
- Inerrancy, Evangelism, and Christ’s Unbreakable Bible by Kevin DeYoung (video)
- Drive Thru History
- How to Think Biblically (Instagram)
- How to Think Biblically (Facebook)
- No Fluff Bible Study Facebook group
- Tees and ebooks
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Biblical Living
Books:
- 50 People Every Christian Should Know by Warren W. Wiersbe
- Better Together by The Daily Grace Co
- Christian Ethics by Wayne Grudem
- Church of Cowards by Matt Walsh
- Discipling by Mark Dever
- Evangelism by Mack Stiles
- Foxe’s Book of Martyrs by John Foxe
- The Gospel and Personal Evangelism by Mark Dever
- Growing in Grace by The Daily Grace Co
- Growing Together by Melissa Kruger
- I Am a Church Member by Thom S. Rainer
- Managing God’s Money by Randy Alcorn
- The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller
- Mentor Like Jesus by Regi Campbell
- Outdated by Jonathan Pokluda
- Pray by The Daily Grace Co
- Sharing Our Faith by The Daily Grace Co
- Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elisabeth Elliot
- Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions by Greg Koukl
- The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions
- Victory Over the Darkness by Neil T. Anderson
Podcasts:
- The Daily Grace Podcast
- BibleThinker
- The Bible Recap
- Truth for Life with Alistair Begg
- GotQuestions.org Podcast
Articles:
- A Time for Boldness
- Should We Decolonize Our Theology
- How and Why We Should Teach Our Kids to Sit Through Church
- How to Vet Christian Books and Authors
Other:
- Got Questions?
- Declaring the Whole Counsel of God by Mark Vroegop (video)
- How to Think Biblically (Instagram)
- How to Think Biblically (Facebook)
- Tees and ebooks
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Biblical Worldview
Books:
- Another Gospel: A Lifelong Christian Seeks the Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity by Alisa Childers
- The Case for Life by Scott Klusendorf
- Change of Affection by Becket Cook
- Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth by Thaddeus Williams
- Deceived No More: How Jesus Led Me Out of the New Age and Into His Word by Doreen Virtue
- Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain
- God, Greed, and the (Prosperity) Gospel by Costi W. Hinn
- Holy Sexuality and the Gospel by Christopher Yuan
- Live Not by Lies by Rod Dreher
- Live Your Truth and Other Lies by Alisa Childers
- Love Thy Body by Nancy Pearcy
- The New Answers Book series by Ken Ham
- No God But One: Allah or Jesus: A Former Muslim Investigates the Evidence for Islam and Christianity by Nabeel Qureshi
- Them Before Us by Katy Faust
- We Will Not Be Silenced by Erwin W. Lutzer
- World Religions and Cults by Bodie Hodge and Roger Patterson
Podcasts:
- The Alisa Childers Podcast
- All the Things
- Just Thinking
- The Natasha Crain Podcast
- Stand to Reason
- Relatable
- I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist
- Filter it Through a Brain Cell
- Answers in Genesis
- The Off Code Podcast
- Unshaken Faith
- The Audio Apologetics Blog-cast
- The Becket Cook Show
Articles:
Other:
- Got Questions?
- Answers in Genesis
- Women in Apologetics
- Grassroots Apologetics for Parents
- Center for Biblical Unity
- Stand to Reason U
- Colson Fellows
- How to Think Biblically (Instagram)
- How to Think Biblically (Facebook)
- Tees and ebooks
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Parenting
Books:
- Changes by Luke Gilkerson (Before you sit down with your child(ren), I recommend that you, the parent, read this and the other books in the series and use a pencil to cut anything that wouldn’t benefit your child yet. We don’t need to expose children to everything there is to know solely for the sake of education. Having these conversations in steps is also recommended.)
- The Duties of Parents by J.C. Ryle
- Family Driven Faith by Voddie Baucham
- Growing Kids God’s Way
- Keeping Your Kids on God’s Side by Natasha Crain
- Mama Bear Apologetics by Hillary Morgan Ferrer
- Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality by Hillary Morgan Ferrer
- Relationships by Luke Gilkerson (Before you sit down with your child(ren), I recommend that you, the parent, read this and the other books in the series and use a pencil to cut anything that wouldn’t benefit your child yet. We don’t need to expose children to everything there is to know solely for the sake of education. Having these conversations in steps is also recommended.)
- Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp
- The Talk by Luke Gilkerson (Before you sit down with your child(ren), I recommend that you, the parent, read this and the other books in the series and use a pencil to cut anything that wouldn’t benefit your child yet. We don’t need to expose children to everything there is to know solely for the sake of education. Having these conversations in steps is also recommended.)
- Talking with Your Kids About God by Natasha Crain
- Talking with Your Kids About Jesus by Natasha Crain
- The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch
- What Every Child Should Know Along the Way by Gail Martin
- Will They Stand by Ken Ham
Podcasts:
- Foundation Worldview
- Mama Bear Apologetics
Articles:
Other:
- Growing Families International (books and classes!)
- Grassroots Apologetics for Parents
- Reality Apologetics Conference
- Summit Ministries Student Conferences
- Impact 360 Propel student experience
- How to be a Godly Mom (Instagram)
- How to be a Godly Mom (Facebook)
- Tees
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Homeschooling
Books:
- American Dictionary of the American Language by Noah Webster 1828
- Awaking Wonder by Sally Clarkson
- Educating the Wholehearted Child by Clay and Sally Clarkson
- Education: Does God Have an Opinion by Israel Wayne
- Renewing the Mind for Teaching and Learning by the Foundation for American Christian Education
Podcasts:
Articles:
Curriculum:
- Answers in Genesis
- Summit Ministries
- Foundation Worldview
- Foundation for American Christian Education
- AMO (Elementary literature and Bible)
- Mighty Works of God (Elementary history)
- Notgrass (High school history)
- Beautiful Feet Books (Middle school history)
- Spell to Write and Read (Elementary phonics)
- Institute for Excellence in Writing (All ages)
- Math Lessons for a Living Education (Elementary math)
- Principles of Mathematics (Middle School math)
- God’s Design for Science (Elementary science)
- Dr Shormann (High school math)
Other:
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Healthy Living
Books:
- Please note: Some of these books’ commentary on Christianity may veer slightly from my theological standpoint. However, I find more benefit than risk in the health advice, which is solidly in alignment with God’s design for our bodies.
- Beat Cancer Daily by Chris Wark
- Beat Cancer Kitchen by Chris and Micah Wark
- Chris Beat Cancer by Chris Wark
- Hope For Cancer by Dr. Antonio Jimenez MD, ND
- The “Plan A” Diet by Cyd Notter
- Square One Healing Cancer Coaching Program
Podcasts:
- Chris Beat Cancer
- I AM HealingStrong
Articles:
Other:
- Healing Strong
- How to be a Healthy Christian (Instagram)
- How to be a Healthy Christian (Facebook)
- Plant-Based Christians Facebook group
- Tees
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Children
Family studies:
- The Amazing Bible Adventure for Kids by Josh McDowell and Kevin Johnson
- The Big Book of Questions and Answers by Sinclair B. Ferguson
- Big Truths for Little Kids by Susan and Richie Hunt
- Inductive Bible Studies for Kids (whole series) by Kay Arthur
- One Year of Dinner Table Devotions and Discussion Starters by Nancy Guthrie
- The New City Catechism by Crossway and The Gospel Coalition
- Truth and Grace Memory Books by Thomas Ascol
Bible resources:
- Bible Infographics for Kids by Harvest House
- Bible Infographics for Kids Epic Guide to Jesus by Harvest House
- Bible Infographics for Kids Volume 2 by Harvest House
- The Biggest Story Bible Storybook by Kevin DeYoung
- The Child’s Story Bible by Catherine Vos
- The Children’s Illustrated Bible by Victoria Parker
- The Daily Grace Co
- Darkest Night Brightest Day: A Family Devotional for the Easter Season by Marty Machowski
- The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross by Carl Laferton
- God’s Timeline: The Big Book of Church History by Linda Finlayson
- The Gospel Made Clear to Children by Jennifer Adams
- The Gospel Story Bible by Marty Machowski
- The Ology by Marty Machowski
- The Story of God Our King by Kenneth Padgett
- The Story of God with Us by Kenneth Padgett
- Tiny Theologians
- Very Best Bible Stories (whole series) by Tim Thornborough
- The World of the First Christians by Marc Olson
Apologetics/Bible truth:
- 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin
- The Answers Book for Kids (whole series) by Ken Ham
- Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer by Laura Wifler
- Apologetics Study Bible for Students by Sean McDowell
- Arlo and the Great Big Cover-Up by Betsy Childs Howard
- The Awesome Book of Bible Answers for Kids by Josh McDowell and Kevin Johnson
- The Awesome Super Fantastic Forever Party by Joni Eareckson Tada
- Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers by Joey Allen
- Case for a Creator for Kids by Lee Strobel
- Case for Christ for Kids by Lee Strobel
- Case for Faith for Kids by Lee Strobel
- Case for Grace for Kids by Lee Strobel
- Case for Miracles for Kids by Lee Strobel
- Chameleon’s Can of Worms by JD Camorlinga
- Cold Case Christianity for Kids by J. Warner Wallace
- A Colorful Past by William Boekestein
- Crafted by God by Dr. Georgia Purdom
- Dinosaurs for Kids by Ken Ham
- The Fallacy Detective by Nathaniel Bluedorn
- Forensic Faith for Kids: Learn to Share Truth from a Real Detective by J. Warner Wallace
- Fox and the Hard Day by JD Camorlinga
- The God Contest by Carl Laferton
- God is All-Good by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is All-Knowing by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is All-Loving by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is All-Powerful by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is Everywhere by Dr. WIlliam Lane Craig
- God is Forever by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is Holy by Jessica Scott
- God is Self-Sufficient by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is Spirit by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God is Three Persons by Dr. William Lane Craig
- God Made All Me of by Justin S. Holcomb
- God Made Babies by Justin S. Holcomb
- God Made Boys and Girls by Marty Machowski
- God Made Me AND You by Shai Linne
- God Made Me for Heaven by Marty Machowski
- God Made Me for Worship by Jared Kennedy
- God Made Me in His Image by Justin S. Holcomb
- God Made Me Unique by Joni and Friends
- God, You Are by William R. Osborne
- God’s Crime Scene for Kids by J. Warner Wallace
- God’s Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell
- Good News for Little Hearts (whole series) by various authors
- The Greatness of God by Dr. William Lane Craig
- How Can I Feel Closer to God? by Chris Morphew
- How Do We Know God Created Life? by Melissa Cain Travis
- How Do We Know God is Really There? by Melissa Cain Travis
- How Do We Know Jesus is Alive? by Melissa Cain Travis
- How Do We Know Right From Wrong? by Melissa Cain Travis
- How Do We Know That Christianity is Really True? by Chris Morphew
- I See Jesus by Nancy Guthrie
- If I Could Ask God Anything by Kathryn Slattery
- In Jesus’ Name I Pray by Costi Hinn
- Jesus and the Lion’s Den by Alison Mitchell
- The Kids Book of World Religions by Jennifer Glossop
- Learning Logic by Dr. William Lane Craig
- Like Me by Laura Wifler
- Made in Heaven by Ray Comfort and Jeffrey Set
- My Breakfast with Jesus by Tina Cho
- The One O’Clock Miracle by Alison Mitchell
- Pig and the Accidental Oink by JD Camorlinga
- Pooch and the Pearly Gates by JD Camorlinga
- ‘Possums and the Empty Tomb by JD Camorlinga
- Read it, See it, Say it, Sing it by Hunter Beless
- The Really Radical Book for Kids by Champ Thornton
- Speak Truth in Your Heart by Sarah Mally
- A Student’s Guide to Culture by John Stonestreet
- Surviving Religion 101: Letters to a Christian Student on Keeping the Faith in College by Michael J. Kruger
- The Thinking Toolbox by Nathaniel Bluedorn
- The True King by Nancy Guthrie
- What am I? by Andy Steiger and Rachel MacKenzie
- What am I Worth? by Andy Steiger and Rachel MacKenzie
- What Happens When We Die? by Chris Morphew
- Who am I and Why Do I Matter? by Chris Morphew
- Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? by Chris Morphew
Biographies:
- Abigail Adams by Evelyn Witter
- Abraham Lincoln by David Collins
- Christian Biographies for Young Readers (whole series) by Simonetta Carr
- Christian Heroes: Then and Now (whole series) by Janet and Geoff Benge
- Christopher Columbus by Bennie Rhodes
- Do Great Things for God (whole series) by The Good Book for Children
- Francis Scott Key by David Collins
- George Washington by Norma Cournow Camp
- George Washington Carver by David Collins
- God’s Smuggler by Lonnie DuPont
- Nicholas by The Voice of the Martyrs
- Patrick by The Voice of the Martyrs
- Susanna Wesley by Charles Ludwig
- Teresa of Calcutta by D. Jeanene Watson
- Trail Blazers (whole series) by Christian Focus
- Valentine by The Voice of the Martyrs
- Who What Why (whole series) by Danika Cooley
- The Wright Brothers by Charles Ludwig
Collections to read aloud:
- The Book of Virtues by William J. Bennett (Use discretion with these collections. Some are wonderful, some we skip over.)
- The Children’s Book of America by William J. Bennett
- The Children’s Book of Faith by William J. Bennett
- The Children’s Book of Heroes by William J. Bennett
- The Children’s Book of Home and Family by William J. Bennett
- The Children’s Book of Virtues by William J. Bennett
- Favorite Poems Old and New by Helen Ferris
- Missionary Stories From Around the World by Betty Swinford
- Prayers That Changed History by Tricia Goyer
- Then Sings My Soul by Robert J. Morgan
Stories to read together and discuss:
- The Barber Who Wanted to Pray by R.C. Sproul
- The Donkey Who Carried a King by R.C. Sproul
- The Forgotten King by Kenneth Padgett
- The King and the Dragon by James W. Shrimpton
- The Lightlings by R.C. Sproul
- Little Pilgrim’s Big Journey by Tyler Van Halteren
- Little Pilgrim’s Progress by Helen L. Taylor
- The Priest With Dirty Clothes by R.C. Sproul
- The Prince’s Poison Cup by R.C. Sproul
Board Books:
- Big Theology for Little Hearts (whole series) by Devon Provencher
- First Bible Basics: A Counting Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- From Eden to Bethlehem: An Animals Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Holy Week: An Emotions Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Jesus Heals: An Anatomy Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- The Kingdom of Heaven: A Gardening Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Let There be Light: An Opposites Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Our God: A Shapes Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Psalm 23: A Colors Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Psalms of Praise: A Movement Primer by Danielle Hitchen
- Seek and Find (whole series) by Sarah Parker
- Tiny Theologians (whole series) by Amy Gannett
- We Believe: An Alphabet Primer by Danielle Hitchen
Big Kids Fiction:
- Chronicles of Narnia (whole series) by C.S. Lewis
- Dead Sea Squirrels (whole series) by Mike Nawrocki
- The Green Ember (whole series) by S.D. Smith
- Imagination Station (whole series) by Adventures in Odyssey
- Tree Street Kids (whole series) by Amanda Cleary Eastep
- The Wingfeather Saga (whole series) by Andrew Peterson
Podcasts:
- Tiny Theologians
- Paws & Tales
Videos:
Audio:
Other:
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Church (More coming soon!)
Curriculum for adults:
- The Gospel Project
- The Daily Grace Co
- Precept
- Why Do You Believe That? by Mary Jo Sharp
- Reconciled by Monique Duson
Programs for adults:
Conferences for adults:
Curriculum for teens:
Programs for teens:
Curriculum for children:
Programs for children:
VBS: