As Christians, growing in the faith is essential to our walk with God. Our Heavenly Father desires that His children would mature to become more like His Son, the Lord Jesus. One way that growth occurs is by understanding and obeying God’s word. Even as we grow physically by taking in natural food, we will grow spiritually by embracing the spiritual food of God’s word. Reading the Bible along with Christian books promotes maturity in the faith. God has revealed how we are to live as Christ’s disciples through the Scriptures and Christian authors who share insights to the Word of God.
These Christian books inspire and motivate believers to mature in their faith journey with the Lord. This article highlights some books that are on the market that will help strengthen your faith.
The Seven Fs to a Fruitful Life by Roslynn Bryant
This book by Roslynn Bryant is an excellent self-help book that every Christian should get. It is an informative book that contains substantial content that can guide its readers to live their lives as God has purposed most effectively. In this book, the seven Fs outlined by the author relate to the seven main areas in which individuals can optimize their potential: faith, family, friends, finances, fitness, focus, and future. This book will not waste your time, it is short and straightforward, but at the same time, will give you the knowledge and wisdom you need to enhance your life.
Jesus Calling by Sarah Young
In memorable, thought-provoking daily devotionals, Missionary Sarah Young shares uniquely driven spiritual wisdom. Jesus Calling is written in a touching first-person format from the point of view of Jesus, which helps readers to witness the Savior speaking directly to them through scripture. Jesus Calling is a devotional filled with inspirational treasures from heaven that a reader can use for every day of the year. This is a kind of book that will get people to cope up in life. Many have claimed that this book would be the reason why they get motivated to wake up in the morning. The author just started this book simply with a pen in hand and listening to God, without knowing that she could touch many hearts of Christians.
Her Mother’s Hope by Francine Rivers
Her Mother’s Dream, the first part of a two-book saga, is an unforgettable story about the complex connections between mothers and daughters. This unique book will help a lot of mothers and daughters to have a great relationship with each other. Marta traveled through Europe at the turn of the 20th century, ending up with a husband and kids in California. Hilde is the oldest daughter, she inherits the determination of her mother to find her calling and works as a nurse. Hilde marries and begins a family of her own during the difficult times of WWII. She wants her daughter to never doubt her devotion, but against her, life conspires. The significance of their desires must be measured by each woman as they seek the guidance of God in the family. This is a kind of book that will bring readers all different kinds of emotions.
90 Minutes in Heaven by Don Piper
Millions of people around the world have read the amazing true story of Don Piper. His experience with death and life has caught the attention of the readers. In the ten years since 90 Minutes in Heaven was written, and in reading readers have found their lives changed. The story starts Don Piper’s car got into a collision with a semi-truck. At the scene, he was pronounced dead. He witnessed the glories of heaven for the next ninety minutes. Back on earth, even though everybody was told Piper was dead, a passing minister felt led to pause and pray for the accident victim. Miraculously, Piper came back to life, and a long and painful recovery replaced the joy of seeing heaven.
Overall, these books have the potential to touch your life and enhance your walk with the Lord. Each story in its context has its own unique value that will prove to be beneficial to your spiritual growth. Thus, we encourage you to invest in your spiritual life by reading the above-mentioned books.