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Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of GodExperiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God by Henry Blackaby
Buy new: $15.12 / Used from: $6.72
Foundational Study about following God. Don't Judge the book by it's goofy looking cover, this one is great!
Experiencing the Cross: Your Greatest Opportunity for Victory Over SinExperiencing the Cross: Your Greatest Opportunity for Victory Over Sin by Henry Blackaby
Buy new: $12.74 / Used from: $1.68
Foundational Study about understanding the powerful truth in the Cross of Christ
The Purpose Driven® Life: What on Earth Am I Here For?The Purpose Driven® Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $3.49
What's So Amazing About Grace?What's So Amazing About Grace? by Philip Yancey
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $2.75
Powerful book about the power of Grace.
Starting Point Starter Kit: Find Your Place in the StoryStarting Point Starter Kit: Find Your Place in the Story by Andy Stanley
Buy new: $79.26 / Used from: $55.10
We will have this on loan at the church office when it becomes available. It includes book, leaders guide, conversation guide, dvd's, etc.
Just Courage: God's Great Expedition for the Restless ChristianJust Courage: God's Great Expedition for the Restless Christian by Gary A. Haugen
Buy new: $12.24 / Used from: $9.99
Book about Cause/Justice Gary Haugen is the President of the International Justice Mission. This is probably a fast read to so it wouldn't be a burden for people to read. It is 10 short chapters, which would be just enough for a semester.
Good News About Injustice: A Witness of Courage in a Hurting WorldGood News About Injustice: A Witness of Courage in a Hurting World by Gary A. Haugen
Buy new: $11.25 / Used from: $0.30
Book about Cause/Justice
The Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary RadicalThe Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical by Shane Claiborne
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $6.49
Book about Cause/Justice This is a good book that really presents a way of radically loving the world and following Jesus. This will appeal to people who are really interested in what it means to take one's faith seriously for the sake of Jesus' cause in the world, not just for the sake of 'having a good relationship with God'
Just Walk Across the Room: Simple Steps Pointing People to FaithJust Walk Across the Room: Simple Steps Pointing People to Faith by Bill Hybels
Buy new: $14.39 / Used from: $2.53
Book About Evangelism
Reimagining Evangelism: Inviting Friends on a Spiritual JourneyReimagining Evangelism: Inviting Friends on a Spiritual Journey by Rick Richardson
Buy new: $10.40 / Used from: $5.88
Book About Evangelism
The Treasure Principle Bible Study: Unlocking the Secret of Joyful GivingThe Treasure Principle Bible Study: Unlocking the Secret of Joyful Giving by Randy Alcorn
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $1.97
Biblical Principles about Money
The Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial FitnessThe Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness by Dave Ramsey
Buy new: $14.61 / Used from: $10.80
Biblical Principles about Money
Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every BelieverSpiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer by J.Oswald Sanders
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $7.51
Book About Christian Leadership
Spiritual Leadership: Moving People on to God's AgendaSpiritual Leadership: Moving People on to God's Agenda by Henry T. Blackaby
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $6.26
Book About Christian Leadership
Courageous LeadershipCourageous Leadership by Bill Hybels
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $9.59
Book About Christian Leadership
Taking Care of Business Study Guide: Finding God at Work (Northpoint Resources)Taking Care of Business Study Guide: Finding God at Work (Northpoint Resources) by Andy Stanley
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $0.01
Living Your Christian Life out in the Workplace
Mere ChristianityMere Christianity by C. S. Lewis
Buy new: $16.49 / Used from: $13.54
Apologetics: Reason and Justification for why we believe what we believe. A Classic
The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of SkepticismThe Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism by Timothy Keller
Buy new: $15.72 / Used from: $12.00
Apologetics: Reason and Justification for why we believe what we believe. Powerful book about doubt and faith, and understanding our faith in a world full of religions.
The Case for Christ:  A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for JesusThe Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus by Lee Strobel
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $0.01
Apologetics: Reason and Justification for why we believe what we believe about Jesus. A systematic approach to the arguments for and against the belief that that Jesus is who he says he is.
Renovation of the Heart: Putting On the Character of ChristRenovation of the Heart: Putting On the Character of Christ by Dallas Willard
Buy new: $16.49 / Used from: $10.21
Book about Discipleship
The Life You've Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People (Expanded and Adapted for Small Groups)The Life You've Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People (Expanded and Adapted for Small Groups) by John Ortberg
Buy new: $12.91 / Used from: $2.79
Foundational book about following Jesus
Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual GrowthCelebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth by Richard J. Foster
Buy new: $16.31 / Used from: $3.00
Classic book about spiritual disciplines
If You Want To Walk On Water, You Have To Get Out of The Boat (Inspirio/Zondervan Miniature Editions)If You Want To Walk On Water, You Have To Get Out of The Boat (Inspirio/Zondervan Miniature Editions) by John Ortberg
Buy new: $4.95 / Used from: $2.37
Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's SoulCaptivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul by John Eldredge
Buy new: $9.74 / Used from: $4.94
Book for a women's group
Every Woman's Battle: Discovering God's Plan for Sexual and Emotional FulfillmentEvery Woman's Battle: Discovering God's Plan for Sexual and Emotional Fulfillment by Shannon Ethridge
Buy new: $11.19 / Used from: $0.40
Book for a women's group
Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's SoulWild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul by John Eldredge
Buy new: $9.74 / Used from: $5.14
Book for a men's group.
Every Man's Battle: Winning the War on Sexual Temptation One Victory at a Time (The Every Man Series)Every Man's Battle: Winning the War on Sexual Temptation One Victory at a Time (The Every Man Series) by Stephen Arterburn
Buy used from: $0.85
Book for a men's group.
Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts: Seven Questions to Ask Before and After You MarrySaving Your Marriage Before It Starts: Seven Questions to Ask Before and After You Marry by Les and Leslie Parrott
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $6.99
Book for engaged couples or couples considering marriage.
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship ExpertThe Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert by Gottman John
Buy used from: $19.46
This is the best book we've found for marriage. The catch however, is that it is not a christian book. Go figure. The difficulty with using this book will be incorporating scripture and spiritual elements into the group. I can help with that.
Singles at the Crossroads: A Fresh Perspective on Christian SinglenessSingles at the Crossroads: A Fresh Perspective on Christian Singleness by Albert Y. Hsu
Buy new: $12.00 / Used from: $0.76
Book for Singles Group
Real Sex: The Naked Truth about ChastityReal Sex: The Naked Truth about Chastity by Lauren Winner
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $4.20
This is by far the best book available that wrestles with themes of sex, chastity, singleness, and marriage. Lauren Winner writes from experience, and her words are very honest and real, and profoundly wise. This would be great for a group of singles men and women.
The Parent You Want to Be: Who You Are Matters More Than What You DoThe Parent You Want to Be: Who You Are Matters More Than What You Do by Les and Leslie Parrott
Buy new: $15.59 / Used from: $5.98
Book for Parent's group.
Parental Guidance Required Study Guide: How to Enhance, Advance, and Influence Your Children's Relationships (Northpoint Resources)Parental Guidance Required Study Guide: How to Enhance, Advance, and Influence Your Children's Relationships (Northpoint Resources) by Andy Stanley
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $1.12
Book for Parent's group.
The Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ's Example in Reaching the Hearts of Our ChildrenThe Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ's Example in Reaching the Hearts of Our Children by Sally Clarkson
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $5.29
Book for a mother's group.
Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire: What Happens When God's Spirit Invades the Hearts of His PeopleFresh Wind, Fresh Fire: What Happens When God's Spirit Invades the Hearts of His People by Jim Cymbala
Buy new: $10.79 / Used from: $1.63
Book about Intercessory Prayer This is one of the most powerful Books on prayer that I have read. Jim Cymbala is the pastor of The Brooklyn Tabernacle Church and this book tells a part of that church's story while talking about the power of intercessory prayer
Too Busy Not to Pray: Slowing Down to Be With God : Including Questions for Reflection and DiscussionToo Busy Not to Pray: Slowing Down to Be With God : Including Questions for Reflection and Discussion by Bill Hybels
Buy new: $21.00 / Used from: $0.01
Book about prayer
Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference?Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? by Philip Yancey
Buy new: $15.83 / Used from: $2.50
Book about Prayer.
Discovering God's Will Study Guide: How to Know When You Are Heading in the Right Direction (Northpoint Resources)Discovering God's Will Study Guide: How to Know When You Are Heading in the Right Direction (Northpoint Resources) by Andy Stanley
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $1.99