Christian Nonfiction Lovers Book Club discussion

Other than the Bible, what Christian Nonfiction book was so compelling to you that you've gone back to read it again at least once?

"Ordering Your Private World", by Gordon MacDonald, had a major impact on me as a young Christian, and I have reread it, and quoted from it.
Gordon MacDonald has been a hero of mine ever since.

I’ve reread several Eugene Peterson books, including Answering God and Leap over a Wall. He’s such a great writer, and his insights are profound.

Elizabeth wrote: "I’ve reread several Eugene Peterson books, including Answering God and Leap over a Wall. He’s such a great writer, and his insights are profound."

Susan wrote: "Other than the Bible, what Christian Nonfiction book was so compelling to you that you've gone back to read it again at least once?"

I've re-read The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren multiple times and still refer to it from time to time.

A Path Through Suffering by Elisabeth Elliot. Deep, thought provoking, life changing.

"The Divine Conspiracy" by Dallas Willard. It looks at the Kingdom of God through the framework of the Sermon on the Mount.The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God There's so much packed in there that I think it will take quite a few reads to absorb it all.

Lisa wrote: "A Path Through Suffering by Elisabeth Elliot. Deep, thought provoking, life changing."

I'm not sure how many times I've re-read her book, Through Gates of Splendor. It's an unforgettable true story.

I'm re-reading Ann Voskamp's One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are. She inspired me to start my own ongoing gratitude journal through this book. I currently have over 3,ooo numbered thanks written, and it's been life-changing. Her writing style has also heavily influenced my own.

Twyla wrote: "I'm re-reading Ann Voskamp's One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are. She inspired me to start my own ongoing gratitude journal through this boo..."

That's amazing, Twyla. Have you written to Ann Voskamp to let her know what her book inspired you to do? I see she's on Goodreads at this link: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show.... I'm sure it would encourage her to hear from you. :)

Susan wrote: "Twyla wrote: "I'm re-reading Ann Voskamp's One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are. She inspired me to start my own ongoing gratitude journal th..."

Hi Susan! I did send Ann Voskamp a thank you email a while back. I plan to send her a note along with a copy of my devotional once the paperback is available. One of the devotions (titled "Gratitude") mentions One Thousand Gifts. I also acknowledged the influence Ann has been on my life and writing in the acknowledgements section :)

Twyla wrote: "Susan wrote: "Twyla wrote: "I'm re-reading Ann Voskamp's One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are. She inspired me to start my own ongoing gratit..."

That's great, Twyla! It's always great to hear when authors support one another here. :)

I just finished reading Jonathan Cahn's follow-up to "The Harbinger," which of course is...."The Harbinger II." The first "Harbinger" was one of my favorite Christian books of all-time (and yes...I know "The Harbinger" is written as "a story".....so it is fiction....but fiction based on actual historical facts (so forgive me for including it on a "Christian non-fictionl" board. But I believe it is more of a non-fiction book written in story form (very entertaining).
Well...."The Harbinger II" is the same type of book....and every bit as riveting, entertaining, and enlightening as the first one.
I highly recommend you read both books.....AMAZING

Susan wrote: "Other than the Bible, what Christian Nonfiction book was so compelling to you that you've gone back to read it again at least once?"

This is Hobson. The Spirit Formed Life by Jack Hayford is one of the most impactful books on my Christian walk! I highly recommend it as you seek a closer walk with the Lord.

Is this the one you receommend? https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Dr. wrote: "Susan wrote: "Other than the Bible, what Christian Nonfiction book was so compelling to you that you've gone back to read it again at least once?"

This is Hobson. The Spirit Formed Life by Jack Ha..."

Knowing God by J.I. Packer was a great read.

Jeff wrote: "Knowing God by J.I. Packer was a great read."

Yes, I really liked that book too Jeff. I read it some decades ago now, but I still remember a quote that went something like... Is the family likeness forming in you? If not why not?

"Knowledge Of The Holy" by A.W. Tozer. I think I've reread it something like 20 times now... and listen to it constantly on Audio Book from Audible.

I love it so much.

Benjamin wrote: ""Knowledge Of The Holy" by A.W. Tozer. I think I've reread it something like 20 times now... and listen to it constantly on Audio Book from Audible.

I love it so much."

Tozer books top a lot of lists! No wonder this one means so much to you. :)

Susan wrote: "Other than the Bible, what Christian Nonfiction book was so compelling to you that you've gone back to read it again at least once?"

For me, there have been several that fall into this category. I'll only mention three at this time.
True North by Gary Inrig uses mariner terms to discuss navigating the sea of life in our turbulent world.
They Smell Like Sheep by Lynn Anderson addresses Jesus's model of leadership as a shepherd. However, this book is certainly not confined to church leaders. It addresses all Christians.
Tender Warrior by Stu Weber discusses true provision and the male role in this matter.

I just finished reading 'The return of the gods', very powerful as well!
Bob wrote: "I just finished reading Jonathan Cahn's follow-up to "The Harbinger," which of course is...."The Harbinger II." The first "Harbinger" was one of my favorite Christian books of all-time (and yes...I..."

I’ve re-read “The Road Back to You” by Cron and Stabile at least a dozen times. It’s an incredible read from the Christian perspective about the Enneagram, an ancient Egyptian tool depicting the 9 different personalities in the world. It’s so incredibly accurate that Fortune 500 companies use it to hire their top executives. I knew immediately what personality number I was when I read it. It brought me to tears! It has saved many broken marriages and, in my humble opinion, it’s WAY BETTER than “The 5 Love Languages”.

Malinda wrote: ""The Divine Conspiracy" by Dallas Willard. It looks at the Kingdom of God through the framework of the Sermon on the Mount.The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God ..."

So true. I have gone through it three times, and still haven't figured out what the Conspiracy is.

I am currently rereading I'm Lonely Lord, How Long?, by Marva Dawn. I've also read her book, Being Well When We're Ill at least twice. I first learned about Marva Dawn from someone who talked about her, including the fact that she had many health issues, including an eye that didn't work anymore thanks to an incompetent doctor. I have the same story, a useless eye and several other ailments. I reached out to Dawn before I had ever met her and she sent me a copy of I'm Lonely Lord, How Long?, and Joy in Our Weakness. She modeled so well knowing joy in the Lord in spite of her many ailments. In my last interaction, her husband Mryon told me that she was having her foot amputated the next day! i trust that she is now dancing in worship before God.

A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 is one of my favorites!

The one book I keep coming back to is Heaven Awaits the Bride by Anna Rountree. That one book has been pivotal in our lives and through our journey. Would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to follow God in faith.

I don’t reread many books cover to cover, but Messenger Life by Jeremiah & Teresa Yancy is one I’ve come back to more than once. It’s a 31-day devotional, but honestly, some days I just sit with a single entry again because it speaks differently depending on what season I’m in. It’s not just inspiration — it helps me realign with what God is saying right now.

I do read cover to cover, unless it's a boring book :) But with devotionals, like you said, I can stick to one page for a week!
Messenger wrote: "I don’t reread many books cover to cover, but Messenger Life by Jeremiah & Teresa Yancy is one I’ve come back to more than once. It’s a 31-day devotional, but honestly, some days I just sit with a ..."