Recommended Reading

Following is a list of books that will inform and inspire you as you consider the part God is calling you to play in fulfilling the Great Commission. All of the books listed here are available for purchase online at www.amazon.com.

Title/Author

From the back cover...

Back to Jerusalem

Paul Hattaway

Three Chinese House Leaders Share Their Vision to Complete the Great Commission. “Christians everywhere, who are all called to fulfill the Great Commission, will be thrilled by this testimony and inspired to live bolder lives as disciples of Jesus Christ today.”

Let the Nations Be Glad

John Piper

“If I had to choose only one book on missions, Let the Nations Be Glad! would be it. Don’t read it unless you’re willing to have your eyes reopened to the highest possible motive for being about the business of reaching the world for Christ.” – Duane Liftin, president, Wheaton College

The Church is Bigger than You Think

Patrick Johnstone

“The growth of the church today is on a scale that is unique in the history of the world…Comprehensive in scope and contemporary in accent, this volume is rich in missiological insights.” – Dr. Kenneth B. Mulholland

The Next Christendom

Philip Jenkins

“This book startles, informs, and invites careful reflection about the future of the Christian movement, which is obviously far from over.” – Rev. Richard John Neuhaus

How to Be a World Class Christian

Paul Borthwick

"If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the challenges of our world, both near and far, Borthwick has some good news for you. He's reduced the enormous and complex needs of the people next door or across the world into manageable chunks so that an individual...or an entire church can get excited about personal involvement." - Robert A. Seiple

From Jerusalem to Irian Jaya

Ruth Tucker

"This is history at its best...readable, informative, gripping...[It] helps readers understand the life and role of a missionary through real life examples. [It] is as informative and intriguing as it is inspiring—an invaluable resource for...all who are concerned about the spreading of the gospel throughout the world."

Perspectives on the World Christian Movement

edited by Winter & Hawthorne

"[This book] presents a multi-faceted collection of readings exploring the biblical, historical, cultural and strategic dimensions of world evangelization. Writings from more than 90 mission scholars and practitioners introduce lay people and students to the history and astounding potential of the global Christian movement.
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