Books I Have Recently Read and Would Recommend

• Thoughts for Young Men - J.C. Ryle


This is an excellent book of advice and exhortation to live a pure life that is pleasing to God. In my personal opinion, Ryle hits the nail on the head when it comes to anticipating problems that young men face, and addressing them with godly wisdom.


• Studies in the Sermon on the Mount - D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones


An excellent exposition on the teachings of Christ in the Sermon on the Mount. Have you ever wondered what "Blessed are the poor in spirit" means? Lloyd-Jones explaines it, spending ten pages on that phrase alone. The book is divided into 60 sermons, each of about 10 pages in length. This format makes it easy to read the book over a longer period of time without losing the value it provides.


• Transforming Grace - Jerry Bridges


The idea that we are saved by grace, but then are left on our own to live the Christian life by 'works' is one that can cause discouragement. This book deals that issue and its consequences to the daily life of a Christian.


• In His Steps - Charles M. Sheldon


This is a novel about a church that agrees to ask itself the question "What would Jesus do?" before making any decision, and then imitating Christ. It is a powerfully inspirational and challenging book.