Resources
Here are a few resources that we have found helpful in understanding Christian basics.
Books
by Gregory Koukl
Biblical Christianity is more than just another private religious view. It explains why the world is the way it is. Christianity is a true story of how the world began, why the world is the way it is, what role humans play in the drama, and how all the plotlines of the story are resolved in the end.
What is the Gospel? (Crucial Questions)
by R. C. Sproul
In this booklet, Dr. R.C. Sproul explains the gospel, God’s good news for sinful people like us. While we could never save ourselves from His just condemnation, God calls us to trust in His Son, Jesus Christ, who alone can redeem us through His righteous life, atoning death, and victorious resurrection.
by J. I. Packer
Stemming from Packer's profound theological knowledge, Knowing God brings together two key facets of the Christian faith―knowing about God and knowing God through a close relationship with Jesus Christ. Written in an engaging and practical tone, this thought-provoking work seeks to renew and enrich our understanding of God.
Parenting Resources
Books
Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp
Written for parents with children of any age, this insightful book provides perspectives and procedures for shepherding your child's heart into the paths of life. Shepherding a Child's Heart gives fresh biblical approaches to child-rearing.
Family Worship by Donald S. Whitney
This short book offers parents practical guidance for leading their families in daily worship of God through reading Scripture, praying together, and singing songs. Includes an accessible discussion guide to use with the whole family.
The Fulfilled Family: God’s Design for Your Home by John MacArthur
In a world of divorce, casual sex, and homosexual unions, "family"? Once the bedrock of our culture? Is becoming a matter of uncertainty and argument. From some quarters, traditional roles for men and women are ridiculed. And standing firm in a healthy, well-functioning family is harder than ever.
Brave Dad: Raising Your Kids to Love and Follow God by John MacArthur
The rewards of being a brave dad are great. But no guts, no glory. First, you have to be willing to follow God's job description for dads as given in the Bible.