Recommended
I began building this list in the summer of 2025. It is a work in progress.
Biblical Studies & Interpretation
- Commentaries (by Book of the Bible)
- Biblical Theology
- Systematic Theology
- Hermeneutics & Exegesis
- Bible Background & Historical Context
- Greek & Hebrew Resources (for pastors/seminarians)
Preaching & Teaching
- Homiletics / Sermon Craft
- Sample Sermon Series & Outlines
- Illustrations & Stories
- Catechism & Confessions
- Devotional Resources
- Children's & Youth Teaching Helps
Theological Foundations
- Reformed Theology
- Doctrine of God & Trinity
- Christology & the Work of Christ
- Soteriology / Grace & Salvation
- Ecclesiology / The Church
- Eschatology
- Pneumatology / The Holy Spirit
Ministry & Leadership
- Pastoral Ministry
- Counseling & Soul Care
- Discipleship & Spiritual Formation
- Church Leadership & Eldership
- Church Planting & Revitalization
- Conflict & Church Health
- Bi-vocational & Rural Ministry
Christian Living & Discipleship
- Prayer & Devotional Life
- Holiness & Sanctification
- Marriage & Family
- Work, Calling & Vocation
- Suffering & Hope
- Stewardship & Simplicity
Church History & Historical Theology
- Early Church Fathers
- Reformation Studies
- Puritans & Post-Reformation Thought
- Evangelical History
- Biographies of Theological Giants
Apologetics & Cultural Engagement
- Apologetics & Defending the Faith
- Ethics & Moral Theology
- Cultural Analysis (Media, Politics, Technology)
- Human Identity & Sexuality
- Religious Pluralism & World Religions
Mission & Evangelism
- Evangelism & Gospel Proclamation
- Global Missions & Missiology
- Urban Ministry
- Mercy & Justice
- Ministry to the Marginalized
Books for the Curious, Seeker, or New Believer
- Accessible Theology
- Short Introductions to the Christian Faith
- Devotionals for Beginners
- “What is the Gospel?” Resources
Tools & General Helps
- Best Study Bibles
- Bible Reading Plans
- Theological Reference Works
- Writing & Communication Resources
- Ministry Tools & Digital Helps
For the Love of Reading
- Classic Christian Books
- Books that Shaped Me (personal picks)
- Book of the Month
- Recommended Publishers & Series