BASIC CHRISTIAN BOOKS
Thursday, February 23, 2012
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6 BASIC CHRISTIAN BOOKS ON EVANGELISM (11-08)
WORLD RELIGIONS
1 –R. Waese,World Religions (PermaCharts), Mindsource Technologies, 2001, 4 pp.,Pamphlet-Chart: ISBN: 1-55080-548-7, @ $4.95. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
2 – Ron Rhodes, World Religions (What You Need to Know – Quick Reference Guide), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2007, 16 pp., Pamphlet: . Religion is a difficult term to define. At its most basic level, it embraces a set of strongly held beliefs and values by which to live, . Some people claim all religions are essentially the same and only superficially different, and . The truth is, all religions are essentially different and only superficially the same. ISBN: 0-7369-1955-4, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #6 & 9)
3 – Mark Water, World Religions Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 1999, 64 pp., Booklet: . identify the key teachings of various religious groups, . Learn to recognize the difference between truth and error, . discover how different religious groups regard Jesus Christ, plus . a 7-page pullout chart if fifteen truths about Jesus, ISBN: 1-56563-107-2, @ $ 3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
4 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts on World Religions (Facts on Series),Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2004, 64 pp., Booklet: For each religion you’ll learn critical facts: . What are the basic beliefs? . How did the religion begin? . Is the founder who he claimed to be? . What authority do the religion’s scriptures claim, and is it credible? and . Does the religion present a God of love and free salvation through faith? ISBN: 0-7369-1078-6, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
5 - Norman L. Geisler and Alex McFarland, 10 Questions & Answers on Atheism and Agnosticism (Teachings and Beliefs), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2007, 12 pp., Pamphlet: A look at the big questions of life. Does God exist? What kind of God exists? How can I know this God who exists? The chart provides a comprehensive yet understandable examination of what atheists and agnostics believe and also explain the evidence for the Biblical God. ISBN: 1596361239, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
6 – David M. Levy, What Every Jewish Person Should Ask, Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 32 pp., Booklet: . Can I Know God at all? . Why do I feel alienated from God? . What can mitzvahs (good works) do for me? . Is there really a Messiah? and . What decisions – if any – do I need to make about my spiritual life?, ISBN: 0-7369-0163-9, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
7 – Christianity, Cults & the Occult (Compare 11 Groups with Biblical Christianity), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, , 12 pp., This fold-out pamphlet-chart clearly contrasts Christianity and 11 groups and philosophies with a wide range of occult connections: . Character summary of key beliefs, . Large fold-out chart, . New, up-to-date research, and . Origins, key writings, key beliefs, occultic practices, symbols and photos, recent events & headlines , ISBN: 1596360534, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
8 – Ron Rhodes, Jehovah’s Witnesses (What You Need To Know - Quick Reference Guide), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1997,15 pp., Pamphlet: . 45 primary errors of Jehovah’s Witnesses, . Three persons of the Trinity, . A comparison of Yahweh and Jesus, . A history of errors, . The Watchtower society’s false prophecies, and . How can you help? ISBN: 1-56507-510-2, @ $2.50. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
9 – Paul Carden (General Editor), 10 Questions & Answers on Jehovah’s Witnesses (Teachings and Beliefs), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2006, 12 pp., Pamphlet includes information on: . How the Jehovah’s Witnesses began, . Prophecies by their leaders, . Should God be called “Jehovah”?, . Is the Trinity a ‘Pagan Doctrine”?, . Is Jesus God Almighty or the Archangel Michael?, . Will only 144,000 people go to heaven?, and . Is the Watchtower’s New World Translation reliable? ISBN: 1596361204, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
10 – Ed Decker, The Masonic Lodge (What You Need to Know – Quick Reference Guide), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1997, 15 pp., Pamphlet: . 17 spiritual errors and dangers of Freemasonry, . The structure of Freemasonry (Auxiliary bodies), . The structure of American Freemasonry, . The York rite – Christian Freemasonry?, . One or the other, and . Sharing the truth with a Freemason. ISBN: 1-56507-566-8, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
11 – Ed Decker, Mormonism – What You Need To Know (Quick Reference Guide), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1997, 15 pp., Pamphlet: . The 17 primary errors of Mormonism, . The Mormon plan of Godhood, . The law of eternal progression, . Who’s at your door?, and . Talking with Mormons. ISBN: 1-56507-511-0, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
12 – Paul Carden (General Editor), 10 Questions & Answers on Mormonism (Teachings and Beliefs),Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2006, 12 pp., This pamphlet gives: . Clear summary of what Mormons believe, . Misunderstandings and how to correct them, and . Tips on interacting with your friends, neighbors, and co-workers. What do Mormons teach about Jesus, the Trinity, God, baptism for the dead, and how to be saved? The Latter-Day Saints often use Christian terms, but mean something completely different. ISBN: 1596361174, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 9)
13 – James G. McCarthy, Roman Catholicism – What You Need To Know (Quick Reference Guide), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1995, 15 pp., Pamphlet: . The 62 primary errors of Roman Catholism, . The gospel according to Rome, . Infant justification, . Adult justification, . Increasing and preserving justification, . Rejustification, . Final destiny, and . How can you help? ISBN: 1-56507-429-7, @ $2.50? *(Also on list #1 & 9)
14 – James Bjornstad and others, Christianity, Cult & Religions (Compare 18 Religions and Cults with Biblical Christianity), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2006, 12 pp.; Pamphlet compares the beliefs of 18 world religions and cults! Know what each group believes about God, Jesus, Salvation, and more: . Clear summary of key beliefs; . Large fold-out chart; . New edition; . New, up-to-date research; . Who is God? . Who is Jesus? . Who is the Holy Spirit? . Salvation; . What happens after death; . Founder, Date, Location; . Key Writings; and . Other interesting facts; ISBN: 0-9901981409, @ $3.99. *(Also on lists #1, 2, 2+ & 9)
15 – Ralph O. Muncaster, How Is Jesus Different from Other Religious Leaders? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2001, 48 pp., Booklet: . How can I know whether a religious leader really has a connection with God?, . How can I test a leader’s claims?, . What sets Jesus apart?, and . Can I trust the evidence that supports Jesus claims?, ISBN: 0-7369-0612-6, @ $3.99. *(Also on lists #1, 2 & 10)
ISLAM (MUSLIMS)
16 – Ron Rhodes, Islam (What You Need to Know – Quick Reference Guide), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 16 pp., Pamphlet: . The beliefs and practices of Islam, . Islamic beliefs about death & afterlife, . Answering two Muslim objections to Christianity, . Statistics of Islam, . The Prophet of Islam, . The scriptures of Islam, . The doctrines of Islam, . The pillars of Islam, . The sects of Islam, and . Witnessing to Muslims. ISBN: 0-7369-0209-0, @ $2.50. *(Also on list #1, 7 & 9)
17 – John Ankerberg and John Weldon, The Facts on Islam (Answers to the Most Frequently Asked Questions – Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2003, 64 pp., . How did Islam begin and who was Muhammad?, . What do Muslims believe?, . What does “jihad” or holly war signify?, . How is the Koran different from the Bible?, and . What does Islam teach about Jesus Christ?, ISBN: 0736911073, @$3.99. *(Also on list # 1 & 7)
18 – Bruce Green, Islam & Christianity (Compares Basic Teachings and Beliefs), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2004, 12 pp., This concise pamphlet allows you to compare the basic beliefs of Christians and Muslims (those who follow the Islamic faith) at a glance. It also will help you understand and reach out to Muslims: . Religious History, . Who is God?, . Holy Scriptures, . Prophets, . Practices and Rituals, . Salvation and Paradise, . Role of Women, . Religion and Culture, and . The Do’s and Don’ts of Reaching Out to Muslims. ISBN: 1-890947-67-9, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1, 7 & 9)
20 – Bruce McDowell and Anees Zaka, Muslim and Christian Beliefs (A Comparison), Washington, PN: CLC Publications, 2000, 64 pp., Both Muslim and Christian can agree on this: truth is the authoritative revelation from God. But this starting point is also the point of divergence. Is the Word of revelation preeminently a book that descended from heaven with Allah’s revealed will, or is it supremely evident in the person of Christ, who is revealed to us through understanding the Bible that was inspired by the Holy Spirit? ISBN: 0-87508-585-7, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #6, 7 & 10)
21 – Edward J. Hoskins, A Muslim’s Heart (What Every Christian Needs to Know to Share Christ with Muslims), Colorado Springs, CO: NavPress, 2005, 63 pp., Booklet: Geared for Christians who are attempting to relate to Muslims overseas or in their own neighborhood, this book offers practical field tested instruction for reaching a Muslim’s heart with the hope of Christ. Specifically, it: 1 – approaches evangelism in an Eastern rather than a Western way; 2 – emphasizes the similarities of our faith, rather than differences, nullifying the “us-verses-them” mentality; 3 – aims at developing genuine life long friendships between Muslims and Christians; 4 – teaches Biblical truth using culture – friendly methods; 5 – shows how to use the Qur’an and important traditions as a bridge to the Gospel; and 6 – gives practical advice for dealing with spiritual warfare, as well as gender, security, and political issues. ISBN: 0-96724-806-X, @ $6.95. *(Also on list #1.3, 7 & 10)
IS JESUS GOD?
22 – Dorothy Russell, Finding Christ in the Old Testament (Geared for Growth Bible Studies - A Study in Pre-existence & Prophecy), Fearn, Scotland: Christian Focus Publications, 2002, 55 pp., This booklet shows how the story of God’s rescue plan for mankind does not start in the New Testament, Christ is in the Old Testament too – this study shows you where, ISBN: 0-90806-739-9, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 10)
23 – Messianic Prophecies Fulfilled in Jesus Christ (Find It FAST), Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2001, 16 pp., This easy-to-use booklet gives you all of the Old Testament prophecies concerning Jesus and its New Testament fulfillment. These prophecies are arranged in order of fulfillment and are designed to give you quick access to the Scripture references, ISBN: 078524754-8, @ $2.49. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 10)
24 – 100 Prophecies Fulfilled by Jesus (Prophecies Made Before the Birth of Christ), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2005, 12 pp., Pamphlet: Jesus fulfilled more than 100 prophecies that were foretold by the Old Testament prophets 400-1500 years before He was born concerning His birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection: . Old Testament Prophecies and new Testament Fulfillment, . Color Coded by Date of Prophecy, and . Easy to Understand, ISBN: 1-890947-19-9, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 9)
25 – Lee Strobel, The Case for Christmas (A Journalist Investigates the Identity of the Child in the Manger), Grand Rapids: MI, Zondervan, 2005, 96 pp., Booklet: If Jesus really was God in the flesh, then there ought to be credible evidence, including: . Eyewitness Evidence – Can the biographies of Jesus be trusted?, . Scientific Evidence – What does archaeology reveal?, . Profile Evidence – Did Jesus fulfill the attributes of God?, and . Fingerprint Evidence – Did Jesus uniquely match the identity of the Messiah?, ISBN: 10-310-25476-0, @ $2.49. *(Also on list #2 & 2+)
26 – Mark Water, The Life of Jesus Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2001, 64 pp., Booklet: . gain a meaningful and insightful overview of Jesus’ life, . identify all the miracles that Jesus performed and all the parables he told, . learn how the last days of Jesus’ life form the central theme of the Gospels, plus . a 7-page pull-out chart revealing Jesus Christ in the Bible, ISBN: 1-56563-622-8, @ $3.97. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 10)
26 – Philip Yancey, Getting to Know Jesus (Adapted from The Jesus I Never Knew), Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2008, 64 pp., Booklet: “No one who meets Jesus ever stays the same,” says Yancey. Discover why. Featuring excerpts from Yancey’s critically acclaimed bestseller, The Jesus I never Knew. This book cuts through both layers of tradition and the clutter of pop theology to reveal a Jesus you’ve never before encountered: untamed, brilliant, creative, fearless, challenging, compassionate, unpredictable, and ultimately satisfying. ISBN: 0-310-61035-4, @$1.79. *(Also on list #2, 2+, & 10)
27 – Mark Water, Understanding the Passion of Jesus Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2004, 64 pp., Booklet: What does the “Passion” of Jesus mean, and why is it the central event of the gospels? . the relevance of the Old Testament, . who killed Jesus?, . the teaching of the new Testament, and . a 7-page pull-out chart on the Passion and key Christian doctrine, ISBN: 1-56563-592-2, @ $3.49. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 10)
28 – Max Lucado, He Did This Just for You (Taken from “He Chose the Nails”), Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2000, 64 pp., Booklet: Do words like these come to mind: Jesus. Nails. Blood. Pain. Death. Tomb. Empty. Joy. Promise. Life. Savior! Oh, the words of the cross, so full of pain. So full of passion. So full of promise. God’s promise. His promise to you. His promise to do whatever it takes to save you soul. ISBN: 0-8499-0572-9, @ $1.79. *(Also on list #2, 2+, & 10)
29 – David Sper, Editor, Why Did Christ Have to Die? (Christ’s Death – Discovery Series Bible Study), Grand Rapids, MI: Discovery House Publishers, 2002, 44 pp., Booklet: Couldn’t He have accomplished more by living a full and happy life? Think of the people He could have healed, the teaching He could have done, the problems He could have solved. Why was He obsessed with dying? Why didn’t He defend Himself in court for the sake of His family, His disciples, and all who admired Him? ISDN: 1-57293-086-1, @ $1.99. *(Also on #2+,4 & 10)
30 – David Sper, Editor, Did Christ Really Rise From The Dead? (Christ’s Resurrection – Discovery Series Bible Study), Grand Rapids, MI: Discovery House Publishers, 2002, 48 pp., Booklet: So much depends on the answers to this question - The reliability of the Bible, The answer to your search for meaning, and the destiny of all people. It all depends on whether or not Jesus is alive. Did His body ever leave the grave? Explore why we can trust the biblical account of what happened on that first Easter morning. ISBN: 1-57293-087-X, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #2+, 4 & 10)
31 – Evidence for the Resurrection (Answers to Skeptics’ Questions), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2004, 12 pp., Pamphlet on 12 reasons skeptics should believe that Jesus died and rose again. Examine the historical, archaeological, and cultural proofs for Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection: . Was Jesus a real person?, . Is there any evidence that He rose from the dead?, . Can we trust the witnesses?, and . Could there be another explanation?, ISBN: 1-890947-97-0, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 9)
32 – Ralph O. Muncaster, What Is the Proof for the Resurrection? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., Booklet: . Is there any non-biblical support for the resurrection?, . How can we be certain of anything written 2,000 years ago?, . Did the disciples steal Jesus’ body?, and . Was the resurrection simply an elaborate plot?, ISBN: 0-7369-0324-0, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 10)
33– Ralph O. Muncaster, How Do We Know Jesus Is God? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., Booklet: . Did Jesus exist?, . Do non-biblical sources refer to Jesus?, and . Was Jesus just a great prophet or teacher?, ISBN: 0-7369-0321-6, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 10)
34 – Bill Crowder, What If It’s True? (Basics of Faith – Discovery Series Bible Study), Grand Rapids, MI: Discovery House Publishers, 2002, 44 pp., Booklet: Wise people are careful. What If It’s true That Jesus Is Who He Claimed To Be? With due caution and realistic optimism, we have reason to ask questions about spiritual beliefs which, if true, lead to personal discoveries that are far better than we ever thought possible. ISBN: 1-57293-101-9, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #2+ & 10)
35 – Ron Rhodes, Believing in Jesus (What You Need to Know), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 15 pp., Pamphlet: . What is the Good News?, . The Good News in the New Testament, . Understanding the Good News, . Faith: the necessary response, . Jesus Christ: the heart of our salvation, . The blessings of salvation, . The security of salvation, . Some faulty concepts about salvation, and . Accepting the truth. ISBN 0-7369-0269-4, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 9)
36– Norman Warren, Why Believe? (Answers to Key Questions about the Christian Faith – Bible Answers Library), Uhrichsville, OH: Barbour Publishing, 2000, 47 pp., This helpful booklet explains the central beliefs of Christianity for those seeking the truth. . Why should you believe in Jesus Christ?, . How can you know God?, . Why did Jesus die?, and . Can we really trust the Bible?, ISBN: 1-57748-815-6, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 10)
37 – Lee Strobel, Cross Examination (Investigating The Evidence For Jesus – Excerpts from “The Case For Christ”), Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2006, 64 pp., Booklet: A reasonable person would never believe stories about Jesus Christ, let alone the claim that he’s the only way to God. But a reasonable person would also make sure that he or she understood the facts before jumping to conclusions. That’s why Lee Strobel – an award-winning legal journalist with a knack for asking tough question – decided to investigate Jesus for himself. An atheist, Strobel felt certain his findings would bring Christianity’s claims about Jesus tumbling down like a house of cards. ISBN: 0-310-61007-9, @$1.79. *(Also on list #2, 2+, & 10)
38 – Ralph O. Muncaster, What Really Happens When You Die? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., Booklet: . Does life stop when we die? Or does it move to another place?, . How do we know whose idea of life after death is correct?, . What can we learn from near-death experiences?, and If there is life after death, can I prepare for it now?, ISBN: 0-7369-0365-8, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2+, 7 & 10)
39– Quick FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) on Salvation, Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2002, 16 pp., Booklet: . What really happens when I’m saved? . How can I know for sure that I’m saved? And . What if I’m still struggling with sin?, ISBN: 0-7852-4765-3, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 9)
40– Ralph O. Muncaster, Can We Know for Certain We Are Going to Heaven? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2001, 48 pp., Booklet: . Is heaven real? What is it like?, . Can I trust what the Bible says about the afterlife?, . What do I have to do to get to heaven?, and . If I can be certain of heaven, how does that affect my life right now?, ISBN: 0-7369-0611-8, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2+ & 9)
41– Josh McDowell, More Than A Carpenter, Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, 1977, 128 pp., Josh focuses upon the person who changed his life – Jesus Christ. It is a hardheaded book for people who are skeptical about Jesus’ deity, his resurrection, his claims on their lives, ISBN: 0-8423-4552-3, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 10)
42– Mark Water, Understanding The Holy Spirit Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2005, 64 pp., Improve your understanding of the Holy Spirit with this handy new pocket reference booklet: . the Holy Spirit in the Bible, . the baptism of the Holy Spirit, . the fruits of the Holy Spirit in your life, plus . a 7-page pull out chart of the seven names of the Holy Spirit, ISBN: 1-56563-585-X, @ $3.49. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 10)
43– Robert M. Bowman and others, The Trinity (What is the Trinity and What Do Christians Believe?), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 1999, 12 pp., Pamphlet on one of the most important doctrines in Christianity – one of the key doctrines that separate Christianity from other religions. It explains that Christians believe in One God in Three Persons – not three gods and not one God with three personalities: . What is the Trinity?, . Answers to Misunderstandings, and . What Early Christians Said About the Trinity, ISBN: 1-890947-03-2, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+, 7 & 9)
44 - Ralph O. Muncaster, What Is the Trinity? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2001, 48 pp., Booklet: . How can God be “three in one”?, . Since the word “Trinity” isn’t in the Bible, where did the idea come from?, . How do we Know that Jesus is part of the Trinity?, and . What difference does the Trinity make to me?, ISBN: 0-7369-0613-4, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2+ & 9)
45 – Lynette Douglas (compiled by), My Little Book about Jesus, Lombard, IL: Christian Art Gifts, 2005, 125 pp., Booklet: The name of Jesus has become the sweetest most loved and most revered name on earth. Yet the Bible gives a variety of other names and titles to Jesus, each of which reveals something more of His glory and majesty. ISBN: 1-86920-541-3, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2 & 4)
EVANGELISM
46 – Bill Bright, How You Can Introduce Others to Christ (Transferable Concepts), Peachtree City, GA: NewLife Publications, 1998, 43 pp., Booklet of practical evangelism method based on the best-selling Four Spiritual Laws booklet, a simple tool that has helped bring millions to Christ. It gives simple explanations for: . Why Jesus wants us to witness, . How we can witness more effectively, . How to follow-up new believers, and . How to witness as a way of life. ISBN: 1-56399-106-3, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #10)
47 – Ralph O. Muncaster, Can You Trust the Bible? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., Booklet: . Can we trust a Bible so old… with so many translations?, . Does today’s Bible accurately reflect the original?, and . Who determined the Bible? Did they make mistakes?, ISBN 0-7369-0355-0, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #7 & 10)
48 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts on Why You Can Believe the Bible (Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2004, 64 pp., Booklet: Answers to questions about the uniqueness and inerrancy of the Christian Scriptures from history, archaeology, science, and logic to . examine the accuracy of the biblical text, . expose current critical fallacies, such as those made by the Jesus Seminar, and . show how fulfilled prophecy is the irrefutable result of divine inspiration. ISBN: 0-7369-1469-1. *(Also on list #7 & 10)
49 – Ralph O. Muncaster, Is the Bible Really a Message from God? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., Booklet: . Are there mysterious clues that God inspired the Bible?, . Do historical facts support the Bible?, and . Why is the Bible so unique among all books of all times?, ISBN: 0-7369-0352-6, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #7 & 10)
50– Ralph O. Muncaster, Are There Contradictions In the Bible? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2002, 48 pp., Booklet: . Are minor biblical discrepancies a problem?, . How can “contradictions” be reconciled?, . Why are there two different creation accounts in Genesis?, . When did Jesus’ crucifixion really take place?, and . Which genealogy for Jesus is correct?, ISBN: 0-7369-0774-2, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #7 & 10)
51 – Mark Water, Understanding the Resurrection of Jesus Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2005, 64 pp., Have the arguments about the resurrection at your fingertips and understand it’s meaning for our lives today, in this handy new pocket reference booklet: . the gospel evidence, . the alternative theories, . lawyers who have looked at the evidence, and . a 7-page pull-out chart showing why it matters to us today, ISBN: 1-56563-588-4, @ $3.49. *(Also on list #2+ & 10)
52 – Lee Strobel, The Case for Easter (A Journalist Investigates the Evidence for the Resurrection), Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2003, 95 pp., Booklet: Drawing on expert testimony Strobel examines: . The Medical Evidence – Was Jesus death a sham and His resurrection a hoax?, . The Evidence of the Missing Body – Was Jesus’ body really absent from His tomb?, and . The Evidence of Appearances – Was Jesus seen alive after His death on the cross?, ISBN: 0-310-25475-2, @ $1.79. *(Also on list #2+ & 10)
53 – The Dead Sea Scrolls (The Discovery Heard Around the World), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, , 12 pp., This pamphlet helps prove the accuracy of Bible translation. A quick reference guide to this important discovery: . New Insight Into Jewish History, . Compelling Information on the Role of the Messiah, and . Evidence That Supports the Authenticity of the Bible. ISBN: 1596360321, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #7 & 9)
54 – Larry McKinney, Archaeology and the Bible: Old Testament, Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2004, 12 pp., Pamphlet lists 50 key archaeological finds that support the veracity of the Old Testament, shed light on the culture and customs, and help us understand the ancient people of the Bible. The contents of this chart is generally arranged from the earliest events mentioned in the Bible to the most recent events: . Archaeological finds that confirm the Bible’s accuracy, . 50 finds that help us understand the Bible better, and . Finds that help explain Bible backgrounds and cultures, ISBN: 9-90198-365-7, @$3.99. *(Also on list #7 & 9)
55 – Larry McKinney, Archaeology and the Bible: New Testament, Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2003, 12 pp., Pamphlet features 50 archaeological finds that show the Bible’s accuracy and explain the culture and customs of the Roman world during the time of Jesus, his disciples, and the apostle Paul. The contents of this chart is generally arranged from the earliest events mentioned in the Bible to the most recent events: . Archaeological finds that confirm the Bible’s accuracy, . 50 finds that help us understand the Bible better, and . Finds that help explain Bible backgrounds and cultures, ISBN: 4672300253, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2+, 7 & 9)
56– Andy Stanley, Since Nobody’s Perfect . . . How GOOD is good enough?, Sisters, OR: Multnomah Publishers, 2003, 94 pp., Booklet: Smart, educated, accomplished men and women everywhere are banking their eternities on a theory that doesn’t hold water. Chances are , you’ve never really thought it through. But you owe it to yourself to do so. Find out now what’s wrong with the most popular theory about heaven – and what it really takes to get there, ISBN: 1-59052-274-5, @ $5.99. *(Also on list #10)
57 – Bill Bright, How You Can Experience God’s Love and Forgiveness (Transferable Concepts), Peachtree City, GA: New Life Publications, 1998, 43 pp., Booklet: Do you feel defeated by life’s trials? Are you struggling with temptations that get you down? You will also learn: . How you can have the greatest relationship you will ever experience, . How you can be free to live as a spiritual person, and . How Spiritual Breathing can dramatically change your life into one of power and spiritual accomplishment. ISBN: 1-56399-102-0, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #3 & 10)
58 – Bill Bright, How You Can Help Fulfill the Great Commission (Transferable Concepts),Peachtree City. GA: NewLife Publications, 1998, 45 pp., Booklet examines the importance of fulfilling Jesus’ command to evangelize and disciple the world. You will read clear explanations of: . The global strategy to complete Christ’s command, . How God is working throughout the world in miraculous ways to bring people to him, and . How you can adopt a personal strategy to be part of this worldwide spiritual movement. ISBN: 1-56399-107-1, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #10)
59– Ralph O. Muncaster, How to Talk About Jesus With Skeptics in Your Life (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2001, 48 pp., Booklet: . What is a “skeptic”?, . What if my answers aren’t “good enough” for the skeptics I encounter?, . How can I prepare myself to talk about Jesus?, and . What resources exist to help me answer skeptics’ questions?, ISBN: 0-7369-0609-6, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2 & 2+ & 10)
60 – Bill Bright, How You Can Be a Fruitful Witness (Transferable Concepts), Peachtree City, GA: NewLife Publications, 1998, 45 pp., Booklet: Bill Bright teaches how you can claim others for Christ, share the good news of God’s love with them, and see them respond positively to “the most joyful news ever announced.” In addition, this booklet explains: . Practical steps to prepare for witnessing, . Simple ways to take the initiative in sharing your sharing, and . What successful witnessing really is. ISBN: 1-56399-105-5, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #10)
61 – Mark Water, Hard Questions about the Bible Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2000, 64 pp., Booklet: . Recognizes the real doubts that people have about believing the Bible, . Learn answers to tough questions people ask about the Bible, . Discover why the Bible is such a unique historical book, plus . A 7-page pull-out chart with Scriptures to help seekers after truth, ISBN: 1-5656-3614-7, @ $3.49. *(Also on list #7 & 10)
62– Mark Water, Hard Questions about Christianity Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2000, 64 pp., Booklet: . Explore the real reservations that people have concerning the Christian faith, . Discover answers to the tough questions people ask about Christianity, . Recognize why Christianity is so unique, plus . A 7-page pull-out chart: the Bible’s reply to five ‘isms.’, ISBN: 1-5656-3099-8, @ $3.49. *(Also on list #2+, 7 & 10)
63– Answers to the DaVinci Code (A Closer Look at The DaVinci Code), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2006, 12 pp., Pamphlet covering Dan Brown’s novel that makes a number of statements about Jesus Christ and the history of Christianity that are completely untrue. At a glance you will know the answers to more than 20 key issues, such as: . Was Jesus married? . Was the Bible edited to make Jesus Devine? . Did the Church know the location of the Holy Grail? . Did early Jews and Christians worship through sex? and . Was there a woman painted in DaVini’s “Last Supper”? ISBN: 1596360038, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2+, 7 & 9)
64– John Ankerberg and John Weldon, The Facts on False Views of Jesus (The Truth Behind the Jesus Seminar), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1997, 48 pp., Booklet: . How do liberal theologians see Jesus?, . What did the Jesus Seminar conclude about Jesus and His teachings?, . Which should be rejected – the New Testament or liberal critics?, . What is higher criticism?, . What are the biblical guidelines for discerning truth?, and . Where can Christians find the real, historical Jesus?, ISBN: 1-56507-692-3, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 9)
65– Mark Water, Sharing Your Faith Made Easy (An Easy-to-Understand Pocket Reference Guide), Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 1999, 64 pp., Booklet: . learn the ABC’s of sharing your faith, . prepare for diversionary tactics, . discover the approach that Jesus used with people, plus . a 7-page pull-out chart with ten great conservation stories, ISBN: 1-56563-099-8, @ $5.95. *(Also on list #2+ & 10)
66 – Bruce Shelley and others, Christian History Time Line (200 Fascinating Events in Church History), Torrance, CA: Rose Publishing, 2004, 12 pp., Pamphlet shows 2,000 years of church history at a glance. Includes brief explanations of more than 200 key people and events that all Christians should know. Special emphasis on world missions, the expansion of Christianity, and Bible translation into other languages. ISBN: 0-9655082-9-3, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #7 & 9)
INTERMEDIATE RESOURCES:
WORLD RELIGIONS
67 – Dean C. Halverson, Editor, The Compact Guide to World Religions, Bethany House Publishers, 1996, 272 pp., Understanding and Reaching Followers of Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Judaism, Secularism, The New Age, and other World Faiths, ISBN: 1-55661-704-6, @ $9.99. *(Also on list #1)
68 – Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz, World Religions and Cults 101 (A guide to Spiritual Beliefs – Christianity 101 Bible Studies), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2005, 335 pp., . why spiritual searching is universal, . how major religions view God and man, . ten characteristics of cults, and . What makes Christianity unique, ISBN: 0-7369-0152-3, @ $9.99. *(Also on list #1)
69 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts On The Occult (Answers To Tough Questions About Spiritism, Occult Phenomena, & Psychic Powers - Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1991, 47 pp., . What is the occult and how influential is it in modern America? . Do some people have latent psychic abilities? . What are the physical, psychological and societal consequences of engaging in occult practices? and . How does one find deliverance?, ISBN: 0-89081-883-5, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
70 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts On The New Age Movement (Answers to the 30 most frequently asked questions about the New Age Movement - Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1988, 47 pp., . What is the New Age Movement? . Who are some of its leaders? . Exactly what do New Agers believe? . What are mystical experiences and how do they lead to spiritual deception? . Why are Christians susceptible to New Age practices and beliefs? and . What does Christ offer to New Agers looking for answers?, ISBN: 0-89081-711-1, @ $3.50. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
71 –John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts On Jehovah’s Witnesses (Answers to the 20 most frequently asked questions about the Watchtower Society - Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2003, 64 pp., . Is the Watchtower Society’s translation of the Bible accurate and unbiased? . Are its predictions for the future unfailing? . Is the scholarship of its literature trustworthy? and . Is it true that Watchtower Society does not accept forbidden spiritual revelations?, ISBN: 0736911081, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
72 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts On The Masonic Lodge (Does Masonry Conflict With Christian Faith? – Facts On Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2003, 64 pp., . Does Masonry conflict with the Christian Faith?, . What does Masonry believe about God, Jesus Christ, salvation, and life after death?, . Can a Christian really be a Masson?, and . Is Masonry another Religion?, ISBN: 0736911138, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 &10)
73 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts On The Mormon Church (A Handy Guide To Understanding The Claims Of Mormonism - Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2003, 64 pp., . What is the basis of eternal life for the Mormon?, . Why do Mormons give entirely different meanings to Christian and biblical words?, . What does Mormonism teach about Christianity?, . Is Mormonism an occultic religion?, and . What is the key dilemma facing the individual Mormon?, ISBN: 0736911146, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
74 – John Ankerberg & John Weldon, The Facts On Roman Catholicism (What Does The Roman Catholic Church Really Believe? - Facts on Series), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2003, 64 pp., . What does the Catholic Church teach concerning salvation and justification?, . What are the sacraments and how do they function in the life of Catholics?, and . What is the unique role of Mary, and is it biblical?, ISBN: 0736911103, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #1 & 10)
75 – Michael Green, “But Don’t All Religions Lead to God?”(Navigating the Multi-faith Maze), Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 2002, 92 pp., Green claims that no other teacher than Christ ever claimed to bring God to us; no other teacher dealt radically with the problem of human wickedness; no other teacher broke the final barrier – death; and no other teacher offered to actually live “within” his followers, ISBN: 0-8010-6439-2, @ $6.99. *(Also on list #1, 2 & 10)
ISLAM (MUSLIMS)
76 – Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz, Pocket Guide to Islam (A User – Friendly Approach), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2002, 127 pp., . how the religion of Islam developed, . what Muslims believe about sin and salvation, and . how Jesus is seen by followers of Allah, ISBN: 0-7369-1009-3, @ $5.99. *(Also on list # 1 & 7)
77 – Anees Zaka & Diane Coleman, The Truth About Islam (The Noble Qur’an’s Teachings in Light of the Holy Bible), Phillipsburg, NJ: P&R Publishing, 2004, 195 pp., This book is written on the presupposition conviction that the One True God reveals Himself and His Truth in the Holy Bible. We therefore rely on it as our standard for evaluating all other philosophical or religious positions so that every thought is made obedient to the Lord Jesus Christ (2 Cor. 10:5), who is Lord of all. The authors declare that the teachings of Islam and Christianity are clear and distinct, and that those doctrines result in powerfully different views of reality, behavior, and culture. ISBN: 0-87552-621-7, @ $6.82 *(Also on list #1 & 7)
78 – Ergun Mehmet Caner and Emir Fethi Caner, Unveiling Islam (An Insider’s Look at Muslim Life and Beliefs), Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel Publications, 2002, 256 pp., Unveiling Islam is a sympathetic yet uncompromising presentation of the entire scope of Islam – its practices, ethics, and beliefs, including the primary differences between Christianity and Islam. With a basic knowledge of Islam in place, the authors present a practical strategy Christians can use to open productive dialogue with Muslims. ISBN: 978-0-8254-2400-7, @ $11.99. *(Also on list #1,1.3 & 7)
79 – William Wagner, How Islam Plans to Change the World, Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel Publications, 2004, 287 pp., The unfolding conflict between Islam and the West is not just a clash of cultures – it is a head-to-head confrontation between a religion intent on world dominance and a culture confused and unsettled by rising hatred and violence. Wagner examines the rapid worldwide growth of Islam and credits it to well-financed strategy. This “loose strategy” is advanced through three tactical methods: jihad (holy war), Da’wah (missions), and mosques (presence). 0-8254-3965-5, @ $6.79. *(Also on list 1,1.3 & 7)
80 – Brother Andrew and Al Janssen, Secret Believers (What Happens When Muslims Believe in Christ), Grand Rapids, MI: Revell (Division of Baker Publishing), 2007, 265 pp., Brother Andrew invites you to meet brave men and women you never knew existed. This is a riveting true story of the church in Islamic countries struggling to come to grips with hostile governments, terrorist acts, and an influx of Muslims coming to Christ. It is a spiritual battle. How are we Christians going to respond? The names and places have been changed to protect the real people in the real places. But the stories are true. ISBN: 0-8007-1874-7, @ $13.59. *(Also on list #1.3 & 7) Check website: www.secretbelievers.org
81 – Steve Bell, Grace for Muslims (The Journey from Fear to Faith), Tyrone, GA: Authentic, 2006, 190 pp., Why should an essentially benign religion like Islam turn into demons? It was actually a Muslim journalist who asked this in Reader’s Digest. It is a question that is at the heart of the debate about Islam. Alarmist claims are made about these demons, while the possibility of a more benign Islam is often dismissed. Many people are confused about these contradictory faces of this faith. Is it possible for Christians to relate to Muslims without being politically naïve theologically liberal? ISBN: 1-85078-664-X, @ 11.99. *(Also on list #1.3 & 7) Check website: www.friendshipfirst.org
82 – Shirin Taber, MuslimsNext Door (Uncovering Myths and Creating Friendships),Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004, 139 pp., If you don’t already have a Muslim living on your street, working near you, or attending school with your children, you will likely in the future. This view of how North American Muslims think and live takes you beyond myths and stereotypes into our nation’s homes, classrooms, and offices where Westerners and Muslims relate person-to-person. The author wants to encourage her readers to identify with their Muslim neighbors in a way that reveals the love and compassion of Christ. Focusing on points of commonality, Taber helps you understand the human side of Islam and appreciate rich aspects of Muslim culture and values. The book shows Western readers how to better understand a Muslim perspective and establish friendships that can point to Christ. ISBN: 0-310-255643-3, @ $1.59. *(Also on list #1.3 & 7) Check website: www.shirintaber.typepad.com
83 –Edwin Challen, Love Your Muslim Neighbour (Understanding Islam in Today’s World), Leominster, UK: Day One Publications, 2006, 272 pp., The Islamic faith is making a significant impact on society today, reaching into many areas of life. What should be the Christian response to this? We need to understand the teaching of Islam and its sense of community - we must understand Muslims and their faith! What is the best way for believers in Christ to take the opportunity to share the gospel of God’s grace to Muslim neighours and colleagues at work? We must get to know them better, and to have a positive attitude in seeking to share our faith with them as friends. ISBN: 1-84625-009-9, @ $11.99. *(Also on list #1.3 & 7) Check website: www.parkstone.uk
IS JESUS GOD?
84– Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz, Pocket Guide to Knowing Jesus (A User – Friendly Approach), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2001, 120 pp., Do you . . . . have trouble figuring out why everyone has been making such a fuss about Jesus for the last 2000 years?, . have questions about Jesus – but don’t raise them at church for fear of being laughed at?, and . have doubts about Jesus – He can’t really be the only way to God, can He?, ISBN: 0-7369-0758-0, @ $6.99. *(Also on list #2 & 10)
85 – Michael Green, Who Is This Jesus?, Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1992, 133 pp., Explores what Scripture and history have to say about the person who has inspired Christians to do the impossible: love in the midst of hatred, rejoice in the midst of adversity, and forgive despite injustice, ISBN: 0-7852-8249-1, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #2 & 10)
86 – Daniel Partner, The Story of Jesus (A Portrait of Christ from the Gospels), Uhrichsville, OH: Barbour Publishing, 2000, 332 pp., Read the Savior’s story anew! Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as one complete chronological narrative, giving you a “big picture” look at Jesus’ ministry from beginning to end, ISBN: 1-57748-732-X, @ $1.99. *(Also on list #2+)
87 – Leith Anderson, Jesus (An Intimate Portrait of the Man, His Land, and His People), Minneapolis, MN: BethanyHouse, 2005, 363 pp., Come explore the life of Jesus in this biography that harmonizes and integrates the four Gospels from the Bible into chronological order. In vivid detail, it weaves in the first-century setting – historical, societal, and political perspectives of the time with contemporary readability. Jesus as an obscure rabbi with a handful of followers whose imprint is found in every generation that came after Him, ISBN: 0-7642-2479-4, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2+)
88 – Grant R. Jeffrey, Jesus: The Great Debate, Toronto, Ontario: Frontier Research Publications, 1999, 282 pp., . Has stirred great debate concerning the identity of Jesus, . Explores the criticism of the skeptics, . Fascinating new scientific evidence suggests the Shroud of Turin may prove to be the actual burial cloth of Christ, . Find out why many of the ancient Jews rejected Jesus despite their prophecies that revealed He was the true Messiah, . Explore the astonishing discoveries of early Christian tombs, and . Uncover the truth about Jesus regarding His mysterious birth, His miracles, and His remarkable resurrection, ISBN: 0-921714-56-4, @ $2.99. *(Also on list #2+)
89 – Tim LaHaye, Why Believe in Jesus? (Who He is, What He Did, and His Message for You Today), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2004, 319 pp., . What do Jesus’ claims tell us about Him? . Was He a man, God, or both? and . How can Christ fulfill your desire for meaning in life?, ISBN: 0-7369-1354-8, @ $9.99. *(Also on list #2+)
90 – Lee Strobel, The Case For Christ (A Journalist’s Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus), Grand Rapids, MI: ZondervanPublishingHouse, 1998, 336 pp., Retracing his own spiritual journey from atheism to faith, Lee Strobel, former legal editor of the Chicago Tribune, cross-examines a dozen experts with doctorates from schools like Cambridge, Princeton, and Brandeis who are recognized authorities in their own fields, ISBN: 0-310-22655-4, @ $8.99. *(Also on list #2+)
91 – John MacArthur, The Murder of Jesus ( A Study of How Jesus Died), Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2004, 250 pp., An unprecedented conspiracy of injustice, cruelty, and religious and political interests sentenced a man guilty of no crimes to the most barbaric method of execution ever devised. The victim was no mere man. Jesus was God in the flesh. The Creator of life died!, ISBN: 0-7852-6018-8, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #2+ & 7)
92 – Gerald S. Sloyan, Why Jesus Died, Minneapolis, MN: Fortress Press, 2004, 154 pp., For all who wonder what really happened in the passion and death of Jesus, this book will provide compelling information and resources – including study questions and suggestions for further reading: . how Jesus died, . who was responsible for His death, . how His death came to be seen as redemptive, and . how accounts of His death figured in the rise of anti-Jewish sentiment, ISBN: 0-8006-3693-7, @ $1.49. *(Also on list #2+ & 7)
93 – Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz, Why Jesus Matters (The Eternal Impact of One Extraordinary Life), Uhrichsville, OH: Barbour Publishing, 2003, 254 pp., Explore His effect on:. Culture, . Science & Technology, . The Arts, . Ethics & Morality, and . Personal Relations, ISBN: 1-59310-019-1, @ $4.99. *(Also on list #2, 2+ & 7)
94 – Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz, Knowing the Holy Spirit (A User-Friendly Approach), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2002, 109 pp., Discover how to . energize your life with the unique gifts the Holy Spirit has given you, . let the Holy Spirit intercede when prayer doesn’t come easy, . understand Scripture in a personal, life-changing way, and . see the world from God’s perspective and have the world see God’s perspective in you, ISBN: 0-7369-0645-2 @ $6.99. *(Also on list #2+, 7 & 10)
95 – Donald S. Whitney, How Can I Be Sure I’m a Christian (What the Bible Says About Assurance of Salvation), Colorado Springs, CO: Navpress, 1994, 152 pp., If occasional doubts prevent you from fully experiencing the security and peace that Christ offers, you’ll enjoy the clear assurances offered here. By countering a broad range of doubts with a clear, scriptural basis of confidence. Whitney provides encouragement for believers and gentle warnings to those who base their confidence in themselves rather than God, ISBN: 0-89109-772-4, @ $8.99. *(Also on list #7)
EVANGELISM
96 – Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz, Pocket Guide to Sharing Your Faith (A User-Friendly Approach), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 112 pp., . why sharing your faith is not optional, . what salvation is and whether or not it’s for everyone, . how to use God’s personal training manual – the Bible, . what you can say to answer the questions of skeptics, and . why you aren’t responsible for persuading people to accept Christ, ISBN: 0-7369-0270-8, @ $5.99. *(Also on list #2+ & 10)
97 – Ralph O. Muncaster, Can Archaeology Prove the Old Testament? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., Booklet: . Does the story of Noah’s flood have any basis in history? What about the Garden of Eden?, . Can archaeology give us evidence that God inspired the Bible?, and . If archaeology does support the Bible’s accounts, what does that mean for us?, ISBN: 0-7369-0356-9, @ $3.99. *(Also on list #7 & 10)
98 – Ralph O. Muncaster, Can Archaeology Prove the New Testament? (Examine the Evidence), Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2000, 48 pp., . Are most stories about Jesus just legends?, . Can archaeology give evidence for Jesus miracles?, and . If archaeology does support the New Testament, what does that mean to me?, ISBN: 0-7369-0367-4, @ $3.99. *(Also on list # 2+ & 5)
99 – William Fay and Linda Evans Shepherd, Share Jesus Without Fear, Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 1999, 195 pp., . Optional Conversational Joggers, . The Five Share Jesus Questions, . The Share Jesus Scriptures, . The Five Commitment Questions, . Sinner’s Prayer, . The Why Principle, and . New Believer Questions and Directions, ISBN: 0-8054-1839-3, @ $7.99. *(Also on list #2+)
100 – Lee Strobel, The Case for Faith (A Journalist Investigates the Toughest Objections to Christianity), Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000, 300 pp., Strobel turns his skills to the most persistent emotional objections to belief – the eight “heart barriers” to faith. This book is for those who may be feeling attracted to Jesus but who are faced with difficult questions standing squarely in their path. For Christians, it will deepen their convictions and give them fresh confidence in discussing Christianity with even their most skeptical friends, ISBN: 0-310-23469-7, @ $9.99. *(Also on list #2+)
101 – Bill Hybels & Mark Mittelberg, Becoming a Contagious Christian, Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1996, 221 pp., A groundbreaking, personalized approach to rational evangelism: . Discover your own natural evangelism style, . Develop a contagious Christian character, . Build spiritually strategic relationships, . Learn to direct conversations towards matters of faith, and . Share biblical truths in everyday language, ISBN: 0-310-48509-6, @ $8.99. *(Also on list #2+)
102 – Donald S. Whitney, How Can I Be Sure I’m a Christian (What the Bible Says About Assurance of Salvation), Colorado Springs, CO: Navpress, 1994, 152 pp., If occasional doubts prevent you from fully experiencing the security and peace that Christ offers, you’ll enjoy the clear assurances offered here. By countering a broad range of doubts with a clear, scriptural basis of confidence. Whitney provides encouragement for believers and gentle warnings to those who base their confidence in themselves rather than God, ISBN: 0-89109-772-4, @ $8.99. *(Also on list 2+)
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