When I first started as a College Minister, I had a pastor who read at least one book a week. Two or three times a year I would ask him, "What's the best book you have read lately?". Then, I would read that one. I was on a panel once where we were asked about books we had read and a very successful College Minister said his wife read books and told him about them. So, short of my reading books and telling you about them, here are best recommendations from others who do College Ministry. It is my intent to post some book recommendations periodically and who suggests it along with their brief word about it.
VERTICAL CHURCH by James McDonald
This book has impacted me more than any other book. Vertical Church challenges everything we do in church.
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE REALLY TEACH ABOUT HOMOSEXUALITY by Kevin DeYoung
This book addressed all of the main questions and objections that people have towards the topic of homosexuality.
Every answer DeYoung gives is immersed in scripture. It is also written with a healthy balance of grace and truth.
Austin Wadlow, First Baptist, Denton
THE FUEL AND THE FLAME by Steve Shadrach
We used it as a handbook when starting our ministry at Chico State and have watched God work in powerful ways on our Campus. As a result of Steve's diverse network and experiences in college ministry, the book includes best practices from major college ministry networks.
Paul Worcester, Christian Challenge, Chico State
THE MILLENIALS by Thom and Jess Rainer
They interviewed 1200 young adults about core values and doctrines of the Christian faith. This book is, in my opinion, one of the most valuable resources available to those who work with college and young adult ministries.
Kelvin Richardson, MBSF, Arkadelphia
I ONCE WAS LOST by Everts and Schaupp
I love this book since it gives us handles for walking with a student who is investigating and considering Christ.
It has reshaped the way I see evangelism and discipleship working hand-in-hand.
BREAKING THE MISSIONAL CODE by Ed Stetzer
We must be able to exegete our campus and culture in order to more effectively reach students. Breaking the Missional Code gives us those tools and filters to think like missionaries and reach our campus.
Beth Masters, Mississippi College/New Orleans Seminary
Thanks for including The Fuel and the Flame, Arliss. I always enjoy your posts. Very practical, very informative. We include it on lists of blogs that college ministers and student leaders ought to follow. KEEP GOING!!
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