Hey guys!
Now, some of you asked me, "Daniel, what are the best Christian Books out there to read,
and what books do you read to grow Spiritually, apart from the Bible?"
So in this week's video, I want to share with you the 20 best Christian Books of all time,
in my opinion that you can read.
Not the best latest books, because new does not always mean better.
If you always just focus on new and trending books, then you might lose out on greater older books
that will change your life forever.
So let's get to the video.
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Now, we've got a list of 20 books here.
I'm not going to waste your time.
I'm going to go through this very quickly, but before I get into the first one,
please know that I've added the list of all the books,
with their direct links in the video description down below,
so it's easier for you to go and check them out.
Now, let's start with the first book.
The first book is 'Systematic Theology' by Wayne Grudem.
This is an introduction to biblical doctrine, and it changed my life.
It helped me to understand Scripture correctly, and it will help you too.
Let me show you what's inside here.
Part one is all about the Word of God, like the different forms of the Word of God.
The inerrancy of Scripture and the characteristics of Scripture.
Part two is all about God. For example, the existence, nobility, and character of God.
It also explains things like the trinity, creation, God's providence, miracles, prayer,
angels, Satan, and demons.
Part three is all about us humans, our creation, nature, sin, and so forth.
Part four is focused on Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.
It covers things like 'how can Jesus be God and man at the same time',
the atonement, resurrection, ascension, and the role of Jesus and also the work of the Holy Spirit.
Part five is about the application of redemption, and it explains things like regeneration, conversion,
justification, sanctification, and so forth.
Part six teaches on the church.
And part seven on the future, the second coming of Christ, the final judgment,
the new heaven, the new earth, and so on.
If you really want to know and understand the Bible correctly, then this is a must-read.
The second one,
which actually works really good with the first one is 'The New Bible Commentary Revised'.
Now, this is a great study Bible from Genesis to Revelation,
and it will help you to understand those passages that might be a bit confusing.
The next book is ‘The Calvary Road’ by Roy Hession.
This is a well-known book. I’m going to show you a little bit about every book as I continue along.
This is a great book that will help you to live as a true Christian in this world and to do so victoriously.
Most of you already know this famous book that changed and is still changing thousands of lives.
So let's move on to the next one.
‘The Normal Christian Life’ by Watchman Nee.
Now, this is an amazing book that explains what happened to you when you became a true Christian
and then how to live and grow Spiritually as a believer.
'Absolute Surrender' How to walk in perfect peace with God, this is by Andrew Murray.
What a great book! It's a quick read, but it can change your life forever.
I’ve also preached about this before on my channel about fully surrendering to God,
but if you want to understand it more fully, then read this book.
The next book, ‘Abide in Christ’ another one by Andrew Murray.
Talking about the joy of being in God's presence.
If you ever get a book from Andrew Murray, read it,
because God blessed this man to explain the deeper truths of God to us,
in a way that we can understand it more easily.
This book shows how to live in Christ, you in Him, and He in you. A deep living relationship.
Such a powerful book.
The next book, ‘The Power Of Prayer in a Believer's Life’ by Charles Spurgeon.
One of the greatest preachers of all time.
Every believer needs to have a powerful prayer life
because that's how we communicate with God almighty.
It's not just you that talk to God, but He that talks to you as well.
And if you need help in your prayer life, this is a must read.
The next one, ‘Spurgeon On Prayer And Spiritual Warfare’ again by Charles Spurgeon.
This is a great book.
It will help you to grow Spiritually stronger through prayer, praise, and Spiritual warfare.
Check it out.
The next one, ‘Revival Fire’ by Wesley Duewel.
If you want to know what real revival is, then you got to read this book.
It describes some of the most amazing outpourings of God's Spirit
in a Holy Spiritual revival over the past centuries.
It describes the revivals of George Whitfield, Wesley, Finney, even Roberts
and revivals in different places all over the world, even in South Africa.
This is so powerful and encouraging to read how God works and how He changes thousands of lives.
This is a must-read.
Next, ‘The Spiritual Man’ by Watchman Nee. This is one of my favorites.
This is a book that meant a lot to me and also my father.
Now, you've heard me preach a lot about the difference between the soul and the Spirit.
Now, if you want to understand it in more detail, this is the book you want to read.
Now, if you like a quicker read, then I’ll add my free e-book for you in the video description,
and it's called ‘Living Through The Spirit' the Christian lifestyle.
It's a quick read, but it will help you to know how to live through your new Spiritual nature.
The next one, ‘I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist.
What a great title for this book.
This is by Norman L. Geisler and Frank Turek. This book is clear and compelling.
If you have a friend that's an atheist or if you have some questions yourself
about the evidence for God, then read this book.
Another great book, ‘When The Enemy Strikes' the keys to winning your spiritual battles
by Charles Stanley.
This is a great book and you know the problem with a lot of believers is,
is that they don't realize when they are in a spiritual battle.
Not knowing the enemy snares and how to discern, but this book will help you with it.
Charles Stanley does a great job by explaining the nature of our enemy, his tactics,
and how to fight back.
The next one needs no introduction, Billy Graham and he's talking about the Holy Spirit.
Do you know the Holy Spirit? Do you know how the Holy Spirit works?
The gifts of the Holy Spirit? The fruit of the Holy Spirit and to be filled with the Holy Spirit.
Billy Graham explains this to you and much more.
If you want to understand the Holy Spirit better then you've got to read this book
‘The Case For Christ’ by Lee Strobel, a journalist, personal investigation of the evidence for Jesus.
He was an atheist, and He wanted to disprove Jesus and Christianity,
and as he started to gather all the evidence he realized that it is true and he became a Christian.
This is a powerful book.
A true story.
They even made a movie about this.
If you read the book,
you will find a lot of evidence proving Jesus is who He claims He is and that the Bible is true.
Another must-read is ‘How Do We Know the Bible Is True?’ this is by Ken Ham and Bodhi Hodge.
You know our entire faith is based on the Bible, and that is why the devil
and all these little pawns will always try to disprove the Bible.
And you need to know why you can trust the Bible. Know the truth.
Check out this great book that explains to you why you can trust the Bible.
I also have a whole playlist about this on my channel.
Why we can trust the bible. Check it out after this video.
Next up, ‘God In The Marketplace’ this is by Henry and Richard Blackaby.
This is a bestseller for a reason.
Do you ever feel like things are just getting too much?
Family, work, church, everything, just too much.
Then you've got to read this book.
This book will help you to find God's direction in personal life and family life, business life,
devotional life, church life, and community life.
This is also a very, very important book for the day and age that we live in.
Especially if you have kids with a lot of questions.
‘How To Know God Exists’ by Ray Comfort. Scientific proof of God.
Now, we know that no amount of evidence will convince an atheist that God exists.
Even if you give him all the evidence that he needs.
The only thing that will change his heart is when God opens up his Spiritual eyes,
but we need to know how to share the gospel effectively.
And this book will help strengthen your faith and to share the gospel with atheists.
The next one, ‘What Every Christian Ought To Know’ this is by Adrian Rogers with Steve Rogers.
It's a really good book, especially for new Christians.
It covers topics like the assurance of salvation, eternal security, sin, temptation, baptism,
the will of God, and so forth.
This book really made a difference in my life, as well.
Next up, ‘Rediscovering Holiness’ this is by J. I. Packer. Know the fullness of life with God.
The more we understand how holy God is, the more we see how sinful we are,
and the more we realize just how amazing God's grace really is.
Every believer needs to know God's holiness and this book explains it well.
Now, Packer is a great writer.
Another book that you need to read is ‘Knowing God’.
It's a must-read for every Christian because it explains the attributes of God.
Now the last one, ‘23 Minutes In Hell’ by Bill Wiese.
Now, of course, this is in Afrikaans because I am Afrikaans, from South Africa,
but I will link the English version for you in the video description down below, so you can check it out.
Now, we know that God sometimes lets people experience hell or even heaven,
but this is by far one of the best testimonies that I have heard.
I've heard him speak and Bill Wiese
When you read this book it will change you.
Bill explains how he experienced 23 minutes in hell.
It's not a thick book. It's a thin book. So it's a quick read, but man, it's going to impact you.
Now, if you want to read a book from someone that experienced heaven you want to read,
‘Heaven Is For Real’ by Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent.
Now, I actually have a lot more books to show you, not just 20.
It was very hard for me to get this down to 20.
So the other books I'm going to add that for you in the video description as well.
So you can go and check it out.
Now, please remember that not one of these books can and should ever replace your Bible,
because the author of this book, nobody can beat Him.
These authors, they are great, but this author is God Himself and no one can beat God.
Now, remember, God loves you, and I love you too.
Bye!