Recommended Books
These books have been influential in shaping the theology and ministry of Grace Community Church.

A Hunger for God
by John Piper
Prayer, fasting, and God's work in the world.

Basic Christianity
by John Stott
The gospel message explained.

Becoming a Contagious Christian
by Bill Hybels and Mark Mittelberg
Authentic living and lifestyle evangelism.

Desiring God
by John Piper
A case for God-centered living rooted in the desire for greater pleasure in God.

Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God
by J.I. Packer
The relationship between God's control of all things and our responsibility in the world.

Future Grace
by John Piper
Living by faith in the promises of God.

Human Rights and Human Wrongs
by John Stott
Valuing life, loving people, and being involved in the world.

Knowing God
by J.I. Packer
The book we teach most often. Who is God, how can we know Him, and what knowing Him does to us.

Let the Nations Be Glad
by John Piper
God's purpose and our motivation for missions.

Life Together
by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
The church's community life and fellowship.

Mere Christianity
by C.S. Lewis
One of the classics of the faith within the last century. This former professor at Cambridge and Oxford gives a brilliant defense of the essence of Christianity. This book will strengthen the heart and faith of the believer, and give the seeker an excellent explanation of the tenets of Christianity.

Outgrowing the Ingrown Church
by C. John Miller
Changing the focus of the church from itself to God and others.

Repentance and 20th Century Man
by C. John Miller
Repentance as a sane way to live.

Roaring Lambs
by Bob Briner
A case for Christian influence in the culture.

Seeing God
by Gerald McDermott
Evaluating and advancing Christian experience.

Systematic Theology
by Wayne Grudem
Our recommended theology/doctrine text for adults. (Shorter version: Bible Doctrine)

The Contemporary Christian
by John Stott
Being a disciple and bringing the Word to the world.

The Cross of Christ
by John Stott
The meaning of the most important event in history.

The Message of Acts
by John Stott
God's Spirit leading the church in the world.

The Message of Romans
by John Stott
God's good news for the world.

The Pursuit of God
by A.W. Tozer
Pressing further and deeper in the Christian life.