RECOMMENDED READING

“12 Crucial Truths of the Christian Faith” by Josh McDowell & Sean McDowell

Building our lives on the unshakable foundation of God’s Word

Mounting disenchantment with the Christian faith has resulted in a growing concern for the future of the church, particularly as it relates to the most recent generations. But as we seek to reach young unbelievers with the truth, transformation, and joy only Jesus can provide, we must first understand it for ourselves.

In The 12 Crucial Truths of the Christian Faith, acclaimed apologists Josh and Sean McDowell clearly and winsomely distill the essentials of a living Christian faith. More than just intellectual ideas, these truths are reflections of a way of life exemplified by God, helping you

  • deepen your own understanding of what you believe, why you believe it, and how you can align your actions with these beliefs
  • live in right relationship with God, yourself, and others 
  • establish a transformative foundation of faith in the lives of generations to come  

Packed with examples and stories, this handy reference is for Christians who want to cultivate an unshakable faith and learn how to live it out.

 

“The History of Christian Europe” by G.R. Evans

Beginning with the initial transmission of Jesus’ teaching throughout the Roman world, this expansive history follows the astounding development of Christianity within Europe. From the religion’s earliest days through the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, its development in the scientific age of the 17th and 18th centuries on, and its place in the modern world, Christianity’s role in transforming and shaping the cultural, social, political, and intellectual progress of the continent is traced. The accessible and informative narrative is complemented by boxed texts highlighting key events and concepts, such as monastic life, the development of icons, the impact of Darwin’s The Origin of Species , the rise of prophecy, and the influence of psychology.

 

 

“More Than a Carpenter”    by Josh McDowell & Sean McDowell

His story might change yours

Skeptic Josh McDowell thought Christians were out of their minds. He ridiculed and insulted them, then decided to combat them with his own thorough research to disprove the claims of Jesus Christ. To his surprise, he discovered that the evidence suggested exactly the opposite―that Jesus, instead of being simply a first-century Hebrew carpenter, truly was the God he claimed to be.

Josh is joined by his son Sean as they examine the evidence about Jesus. Is He really the Lord He claimed to be? How can we know for sure? More than a Carpenter investigates hard questions about the reliability of biblical records, the resurrection and the relationship between faith and science. They also address questions raised by today’s popular atheistic writers.

This book is perfect for giving to a skeptical friend or family member or to anyone who has questions about Jesus’ deity, His resurrection and His claim on their life.

 

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