Chad's Book List

Biography

David Martyn Lloyd-Jones The First Forty Years 1899-1939: This is the 1st of a two volume series on the life of one of my heroes of the faith. It is a highly encouraging and well written biography. I highly recommend reading both volumes.

David Martyn Lloyd-Jones: The Fight of Faith 1939-1981:

Foxe's Book of Martyrs: A History of the Lifes, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and the Protestant Martyrs (Hendrickson Christian Classics): A classic accounting of the martyrdom of many of our brothers and sisters in Christ. I encourage everyone to read these stories of faith.

Biblical Theology

God's Big Picture: Tracing the Story-Line of the Bible: This is a great introduction to Biblical theology. I recommend every Christian take the time to become familiar with the storyline of the Bible.

According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the Bible: This another great book on Biblical theology. This book is a longer treatment than Vaughn Roberts book. I would recommend it as a great follow up book for those who want a more intermediate level study.

Hermeneutics

Gospel-Centered Hermeneutics: Foundations and Principles of Evangelical Biblical Interpretation: Every believer needs to learn how to read their Bible. This book is a great help in understanding principles for biblical interpretation.

Topical 

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine: The best introduction to systematic theology for new theology students available today.

Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist: I recommend everyone read everything Piper has written. This book is already becoming a classic.

Let the Nations Be Glad! 2d ed.: Another great book by John Piper. This one deserves special mention as a great book on why we do missions.

Bibles

The Reformation Study Bible: English Standard Version: Looking for a good Bible? I recommend you pick up the Reformation Study Bible: ESV. It also comes in leather.

For Kids

The Big Picture Story Bible: The other great book every parent should read to their children.