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The Reading List

Section A

INTRODUCTION
The Reading List:
A Book-Based Theological
Course
A Wide-Ranging Course of
Basic Theology through Self-Study
of 60 Books (plus 17 alternatives)
The Reading List

THIS LIST

contains titles of books


that will introduce the reader
to
all the main areas of
basic theological studies
over a 9 "term" period.
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Studying these books


can be compared to reading for
a Master of Divinity degree
at
Gujranwala Theological Seminary,
Pakistan
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 Three Levels
 Discipleship
This lays a basis for future study.
 Ministry

Prepares for local ministry in


a congregation.
 Leadership

For potential church leaders


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Areas covered:
 Biblical Studies and Systematic
Theology
 Philosophy, Communication and

Contemporary Studies
 Church History

 Practical and Pastoral Theology


The Reading List Schedule

For the full schedule of titles


that make up
the three part programme of courses
see The Reading List spread-sheet of
60 Key Books
for
A Core Self-Study Course
in Theological Studies
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AVAILABILITY

While most titles have been published


fairly recently (1990 or later),
some are older classics,
obtainable only from theological libraries
or 2nd-hand book-shops in the West.
Most can be purchased 2nd -hand on-line
from Amazon by typing in their title.
Note: All titles can be found in the Library of
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GETTING A TASTE…
A good way to get a feel for what is involved
in studying these books
is to go on line and read the reviews.
These can be accessed at several sites,
notably Amazon,
though more extensive reviews
are to be found on various blog sites.
Just type in the title
followed by the author’s surname:
e.g. the cross of Christ stott
INTER-ACTIVE METHOD of STUDY

Keep a dedicated notebook


in which to record your notes.
These should consist of
one line responses,
not mini-essays.
One page per chapter of each book studied
should be sufficient for recording answers
to the following questions
on each chapter in turn.
QUESTIONS
to Engage The Mind

Answering the standard questions


after each chapter
should encourage the reader to
think about what he / she is reading
by
inter-acting with the content
rather than
simply absorbing information.
THINKING about
What is Being Read

This is an important step towards


evaluating the ideas
as they are encountered
in the reading material.
INTER-ACTIVE METHOD of STUDY

Note any
CHAPTER TITLE

………………………………………….
Decide
The SUBJECT of the Chapter

(What is this chapter about?)


INTER-ACTIVE METHOD of STUDY

KEY POINTS
of the Chapter

(note up to 6 maximum for each question)


 What particularly significant FACTS are
given?
 What key EVENTS described?

 What major IDEAS presented?

 What important ISSUES raised?


INTER-ACTIVE METHOD of STUDY

INSIGHTS GAINED

What new understandings


have been gained?

What previous mis-understandings


are now clarified?
INTER-ACTIVE METHOD of STUDY

APPLICATION

Are there any ways in which


the lessons of the chapter apply
to us today?
List any significant examples.
INTER-ACTIVE METHOD of STUDY

EVALUATION
(after completing the whole book)
Would you recommend this book
to a friend?
Why? / Why not?
Or:
To what kind of person
would you recommend this book?
Who would you not recommend it to?
ORGANISATION for
LOCAL STUDY GROUPS

3 or 4 people club together


either
to buy one copy of each book studied;
or
to pay for postage for borrowing from
a central collection of the entire library;
or
a combination of the above.
Note: several titles could be in circulation concurrently
ORGANISATION for
LOCAL STUDY GROUPS

Meet monthly

to compare notes taken and discuss.


 A chairperson to moderate the discussion.
Note: Where more than one title is in circulation
the monthly meeting should discuss
a title that has gone the rounds of all members
over the previous months.
REQUIREMENTS for STUDY

 A copy of each title to hand


 An A4 notebook

 A Pen

 A Bible

 An English Dictionary

 A financial commitment to pay for postage /


purchase of titles
ACCREDITATION for
COMPLETING THE COURSE

None!
Just the satisfaction of learning
what Theology is all about
and
its relevance to life!
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The End
of
Section A

Next section:
Discipleship Level
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 * Especially worth careful study


 AR Book reviewed on Amazon
Most Reading List titles have
customer reviews on Amazon,

a good place to get an idea of


the book’s worth.
 OP Out of print
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 Class Cat
Refers to the catalogue number in
‘A Progressive Classification’
of theological topics
used in the syllabus and library of
Gujranwala Theological Seminary,
Pakistan (2008 ed.)
e.g. 210: Theology of God
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First Level

Discipleship
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Discipleship Level

Area
Biblical Studies
Class Cat 100
From Creation to New Creation : AR
Tim Chester, Paternoster, 2003, 175pp

Discipleship Level Class Cat 103


This survey of the Bible
enables you to understand
the story of salvation
as it is progressively revealed
in the Scriptures
and
God’s four promises to His people.
How to Read the Bible For All Its Worth: AR

D. Stewart / G. Fee, SU, 1993, 265pp


Discipleship Level Class Cat 117

This guide to
the principles of Biblical interpretation
enables you to use the appropriate tools
of interpretation ‘then and there’ (exegesis)
and of interpretation ‘here and now’
(hermeneutics)
to be applied to each type of writing
contained in the Scriptures,
and so unlock their meaning
Making Sense of the O.T:

T. Longman, Baker, 1998, 154pp


Discipleship Level Class Cat 122.9
This guide to the Old Testament
enables the reader to recognize
the keys to understanding the OT
and
to apply the OT to life.
The Message of the O.T: AR [Alt to 122.9]
H.E. Ellison, Paternoster, 1969, 94pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 123

This survey of the Old Testament books


will enable you to get a clear picture of
the sweep of OT writings and their message.
How to Read Proverbs: AR
Tremper Longman, IVP, 2002, 174pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 152

This guide to
reading, studying, understanding and savoring
Proverbs
for all their wisdom
enables the reader
to explore the path of biblical wisdom
and gain insight into
how Christ is
the climax and embodiment of wisdom
The NT Documents: Are They Reliable? AR

F.F. Bruce, IVP 1959. 135pp


Discipleship Level Class Cat 162.3

This book will assure you of


the historical foundations of the Christian faith
as based on the reliable evidence of
the New Testament.
The Message of the N.T: AR
F.F. Bruce, Paternoster, 1972, 122pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 163

This work will enable you to


sketch the history
and summarize the theology
of
the Christian gospel
as it was preached and taught
by the earliest Christians.
Who Moved the Stone? AR
F. Morison, Faber, 1948. 192pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 164.7

This skeptic journalist’s journey to faith


will clarify your understanding of the case for
the historical resurrection of Jesus Christ.
It may even enable you to experience
something of
the last week of Jesus life and afterwards.
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Discipleship Level

Area
Systematic Theology
Class Cat 200
A Faith to Live By: AR
D. Macleod, Christian Focus, 2002, 333pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 208

This survey of Christian doctrine


will warm your heart
and confirm your faith
Basic Christianity: AR
John Stott, IVP, 1958, 159pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 208

This introduction to
the basics of the Christian faith
will enable the reader to understand
who Jesus is,
why we need him today,
what he has done for us
and how we should respond.
Knowing God: AR
J.I. Packer, H & S, 1984, 314pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 210

This study of God


will enable you to understand
who God is,
what He is like,
what He has done for us,
and what he expects of us in return.
It can enable you to know God for yourself.
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Discipleship Level

Area
Apologetics
Class Cat 300
Mere Christianity: AR
C..S. Lewis, Fontana, 1979
Discipleship Level Class Cat 367

This book enables the reader to understand


the rational foundations of Christianity
and to remove popular misconceptions
about the Christian faith.
Does God Believe in Atheists? AR

J. Blanchard, EP, 2000, 650pp


Discipleship Level Class Cat 374

This book enables the reader to present


a powerful case for the existence of God
and show the weaknesses in
various non-Christian world views.
New Issues Facing Christians Today: AR

John Stott; MP, 1999, 435pp


Discipleship Level Class Cat 412

This book enables the reader to


understand the ethical principles
taught by the Bible
and apply them to contemporary situations
Islam and Christian Witness:
M. Goldsmith, Marc Europe, 1982, 160pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 459

This book enables the reader


to understand the basic tenets of Islam
in such a way as to be able to
witness to a Muslim.
Faith to Faith: [Alt to 459]
Chawkat Moucarry, IVP, 2001, 307pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 459.5

This Christian Arab’s perspective on


Islam and Christianity
provides the reader
with a clear comparative study of the two faiths
and a sound guide to Islam.
Secret Believers: AR
Br. Andrew Hodder 2008, 278pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 459.8

This book enables the reader to


appreciate the sacrifices
that secret believers in some countries
are called upon to make
to follow Jesus
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Discipleship Level

Area
Communication
Class Cat 500
Introducing World Missions: AR
A.S. Moreau, Baker, 2005, 352pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 550 [Alt to 712.4]

This introduction to the work of


Christian missions in the contemporary world
enables the reader to understand
the biblical, theological and historical
foundations of missions
as well the present day challenges of
active mission work.
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Discipleship Level

Area
Church History and
Historical Theology
Class Cat 600
China’s Christian Millions: AR
Tony Lambert, Mon., 2006, 288pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 631

This first hand report of


faith and persecution in China
enables the reader to become aware of
the life and witness of
both the Three-Self churches
and the house churches
in China.
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Discipleship Level
Area
Practical Theology
Class Cat 700
Discipleship: AR
D. Watson, Hodder, 1981, 287pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 710

This book enables the reader to understand


the disciplines required to be adopted
for a person to be
a true disciple or follower of Christ.
Peace with God: AR [Alt. to 712]
Billy Graham, WorldWide, 1984 121pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 711

The reader of this book


will be able to understand
the steps that must be taken
for a person to find
their personal and eternal peace with God.
We Would See Jesus: AR
R Hession, CLC, 1997, 148pp [Alt. to 711]
Discipleship Level Class Cat 712

This uncomplicated book


introduces the reader to the person of Jesus
as the Way to God.
The Call: AR [Alt to 550]
Os Guinness, Paternoster, 2001, 249pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 712.4

This profound book enables the reader


to distinguish an inner calling from self-fulfillment
or self-actualization
through examples of others
who have found true purpose in life
and left their mark on history.
The Pursuit of Holiness: AR
J Bridges, Paternoster, 1999, 192pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 713.5

This powerful little book will enable you


to face the lack of holy living in your own life
and the consequent neglect of God’s love for you
and will challenge you to strive for holiness
while at the same time
relying more on the Holy Spirit
to release you from little and great sins.
Effective Christian Living:
J. Selfridge, Christian Focus, 1994, 176pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 722

This book enables the reader


to understand the fruits of the Spirit
that should be evident in a believer’s life
and to take steps to cut out
what hinders the growth of these fruits.
Learn How to Study: AR [Alt to 750]
D. Rowntree, Warner Books, 1998, 243pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 750

This book enables you to organize


your study time,
your noting taking
and essay writing,
among a host of other study skills.
Use Your Head: AR [Alt to 750]
Tony Buzon, BBC Active, 2006, 168pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 750

This book will teach you


the vital skills of learning how to think and learn
and
increase your creative thinking
and problem-solving capacity
and so
enable you to study more effectively.
I Want to be a Christian: AR OP
J.I. Packer, Kingsway, 1977, 249pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 773

This book enables the reader to understand


the basic teaching and practices
of the Christian faith
by study of the Apostles Creed,
Baptism,
the Ten Commandments
and the Lord’s Prayer.
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Discipleship Level

Area
Pastoral Theology
Class Cat 800
The Living Church: AR
John Stott, IVP, 2007, 192pp
Discipleship Level Class Cat 828

This book enables readers to


identify the biblical marks of a living church
and apply them
within a Trinitarian framework
to their contemporary situation.
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of
Section B

Next section:
Ministry Level
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Second Level

Ministry
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Ministry Level

Area
Biblical Studies
Class Cat 100
Papyrus, Parchment & Print: OP
H.K. Moulton, Lutterworth, 1967, 77pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 115

This account of
how the New Testament text was recorded
and transmitted from the original manuscripts
to today’s printed Bibles
enables the reader to provide evidence of
the reliability of today’s Bible text.
Making Sense of the O.T:
T. Longman, Baker, 1998, 154pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 122.9

This guide to the Old Testament


enables the reader to recognize
the keys to understanding the OT
and
to apply the OT to life.
Out of The Storm:
Christopher Ash, IVP, 2004, 111pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 152

This guide to Job


Increases your understanding of
the issues raised by
the lonely and cruel nature of suffering
and enables you to come to your own decision
as to whether or not
God can be found in the midst of it.
Men with a Message:
J. Stott, ELT, 1994, 158pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 163

The reader will be enabled to understand


the New Testament authors
and their themes
and backgrounds.
The Jesus I Never Knew: AR
Philip Yancey, Zondervan, 1995, 288pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 164.1

This study of Jesus in the Gospels


enables the reader to meet a radical Jesus
who will transform their life
and stretch their faith
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Ministry Level

Area
Systematic Theology
Class Cat 200
Who Needs Theology? AR
S.J. Grenz / R.E. Olson, IVP, 1996, 150pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 200

This book will show you


why theology is important for every Christian
and enable you to distinguish dogma, doctrine and opinion,
and also the various types of theology
from folk, through lay, ministerial, professional to academic.
You will also be able to
use the basic tools of theology
and appreciate where contextualization is needed.
Knowing the Holy Spirit Through The Old
Testament: [Alt to 829]
C. Wright, Monarch, 2006, 224pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 282

This book enables the reader to understand


the role of the Holy Spirit
as revealed in the Old Testament in creation,
in empowering God’s people,
authorizing their leaders,
inspiring His prophets,
and fostering expectation of a coming Anointed One
who will bring great blessing to all.
Marriage for God:
C. Ash, IVP, 2007, 174pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 261

This book on what the Bible teaches about Marriage


will enable the reader to see marriage as
God’s initiative for the blessing of all generations
through a calling to the service of God
beyond the confines of the marriage relationship.
The reader will also gain a thorough grounding in
a biblical theology of sexuality.
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Ministry Level

Area
Apologetics
Class Cat 300
The Case for Christ: AR [Alt to 164.1]
L. Strobel, Zondervan, 1998, 297pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 367

This investigation into


the evidence for Jesus Christ
will enable you to explore Christian apologetics
and put flesh on arguments for
the Christian’s faith in Jesus Christ.
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Ministry Level

Area
Contemporary Studies
Class Cat 400
Someone I Love Is Gay: AR [Alt to 500]
A. Worthen / R.Davis, IVP, 1996, 215pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 413.2

This book enables the reader


to understand the emotions as well as the truth
about homosexuality
without being judgmental
when confronted by a relative
who has embraced a homosexual identity
.
Islam and Christian Witness:
M. Goldsmith, Marc Europe, 1982, 160pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 459

This book enables the reader


to understand the basic tenets of Islam
in such a way as to be able to
witness to a Muslim.
Faith to Faith: [Alt to 459]
Chawkat Moucarry, IVP, 2001, 307pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 459.5

This Christian Arab’s perspective on


Islam and Christianity
provides the reader
with a clear comparative study of the two faiths
and a sound guide to Islam.
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Ministry Level

Area
Communication
Class Cat 500
Creating Understanding: AR
D.K. Smith, Zondervan, 1992, 382pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 500

This book enables you to understand


23 propositions about human communication
from a Christian perspective
and thereby
improve your cross-cultural communication.
Expository Preaching: AR
H.W. Robinson, IVP, 1997, 230pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 522

This book enables you to understand


ten stages in the process of developing a sermon
that expounds a Scripture text.
It will equip you for
both the preparation
and the delivery of
an expository sermon.
Christian Mission in the Modern World * :
AR

J. Stott, Kingsway, 1986, 128pp


Ministry Level Class Cat 553

This theological and practical exposition of


Christian mission
will enable you to distinguish mission,
evangelism
and dialogue,
as well as understand the biblical view of
salvation and conversion.
A Biblical Standard for Evangelists:
Billy Graham, WW, '84 131pp [Alt to 727.3]
Ministry Level Class Cat 548

This book will enable evangelists to


understand their role and practice better.
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Ministry Level
Area
Church History and
Historical Theology
Class Cat 600
History of Christianity:
Jonathan Hill, Lion, 2007, 580pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 600.3

This book enables you to understand a wide range of


Important periods and themes of church history.
It will greatly expand your knowledge of
the history of Christianity
and may stimulate you to
further study in this field.
The History of Christian Thought:
Jonathan Hill, Lion, 2003, 352pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 691

The reader of this book will gain a broad over-view


of
the evolution of Christian thinking
from the Early Church to the 20th century
and
an understanding of
how the Christian Gospel has been appropriated,
developed and thought-through across the ages.
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Ministry Level

Area
Practical Theology
Class Cat 700
Born for Battle: AR [Alt. to 712.5]
R.A. Matthews, Harold Shaw, 1981, 176pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 712.5

Reading this book on spiritual warfare


will give new understanding of the Christian’s battle
and
will stir you to greater faith in
the ultimate victory of Jesus Christ.
Screwtape Letters: [Alt to 712.5]
C.S. Lewis, Fontana, 1942, 124pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 712.5

The reader will learn about the process of temptation


in the life of a Christian
and
how the Evil One works his way into the human mind
and
the way of holiness
through studying the opposite.
Christian Giving:
V.S. Azariah, Lutterworth, 1954, 96pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 718.8

This little book will enable the reader


to understand Christian generosity
as a responsibility of the entire body
rather than an individual concern
and failure to teach that
the Christian faith culminates in
the gift of God in Christ
results in using unbiblical incentives for giving.
Boundaries: AR
H.Cloud/J.Townsend, Zondervan,1992, 304pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 719.1

This books enables you to


define different kinds of reasonable boundaries
in all kinds of interactions:
physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.
You will understand biblical guidance
for healthy boundary development and enforcement
in every human relationship.
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Ministry Level

Area
Pastoral Theology
Class Cat 800
Skilful Shepherds *: AR [Alt to 804]
D.Tidball, IVP, 1997, 368pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 800

This classic treatment of pastoral ministry


in the Bible, history and today
will enable the reader to apply
the foundations of pastoral theology
to ministry today.
Created For Worship: AR
Noel Due, Mentor,, 2005, 311pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 830

This book will enable the reader to see


centrality of worship for human existence
and
to trace the theology of worship in the Bible
and
appreciate the essential eternal issues
surrounding our worship of God.
Let No Man Deceive You: [Alt to 292]
Sue Wallace, New Wine, 1986, 123pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 829

This book will enable the reader


to become more discerning about
contemporary forms of spirituality.
Jesus Driven Ministry: AR
Ajith Fernando, IVP, 2002, 255pp
Ministry Level Class Cat 841.1

This book will enable the reader to understand


the foundational principles of Jesus’ ministry
as they are found in the gospel of Mark.
The reader will be challenged by
the pertinent examples taken from
the author’s personal life,
failures and pastoral ministry.
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The End
of
Section C

Next section:
Leadership Level
The Reading List

Third Level

Leadership
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Leadership Level

Area
Biblical Studies
Class Cat 100
The Divine Conspiracy *: AR
D. Willard, Fount, 1998, 468pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 164.4

This book will enable the reader to see


discipleship to Jesus
as
the very heart of the gospel
and
to understand the Kingdom living
that God intends for our lives here on earth
as experienced in apprenticeship to Jesus Christ.
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Leadership Level

Area
Systematic Theology
Class Cat 200
The Incomparable Christ: AR
J. Stott, IVP, 2001, 250pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 240

This book will enable the reader to see Jesus


as He is presented in the NT
(The Original Jesus),
as the church has presented him
(The Ecclesiastical Jesus),
as He has inspired various individuals
(The Influential Jesus)
and as He challenges us today
(The Eternal Jesus).
What’s So Amazing about Grace? AR
Philip Yancey, HarperCollins, 1997, 292pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 269

This exposition of grace will challenge the reader,


in the light of God’s grace towards us,
to abandon the world’s legalism
and lack of compassion and love.
The Cross of Christ *: AR
J. Stott, IVP, 1989, 340pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 270

This book, the work of a lifetime,


from one of the world’s most influential thinkers,
will enable the reader to understand
why and how the finished work of Christ on the cross
is central to the Christian faith,
and what it means to live
under the shadow of that cross.
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Leadership Level

Area
Contemporary Studies
Class Cat 400
Christian Zionism [Alt to 450]
S. Sizer, IVP, 2006, 298pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 419

This expose of Christian Zionism


will enable the reader to understand
the historical, theological, institutional and political
backgrounds of this movement
and so also the ongoing Near East conflict.
The Uniqueness of Jesus: AR [ Alt to 521.1]
C. Wright, Monarch, 1997, 186pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 434.2

In today’s religious supermarket,


this book will enable the reader to understand
why Jesus Christ is the only way to God.
Unveiling Islam: AR [Alt to 419]
E.M./ E.F. Caner, Kregal, 2002, 256pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 450

This insider’s sympathetic but uncompromising look


at Muslim practices, ethics, beliefs and mindset
by two esteemed and learned Cairo professors
will enable the reader to understand
the primary differences
between Christianity and Islam.
This portrayal of Islam by two learned Muslims
who have been there and trodden the both paths
will correct any misconception that
“all religions are basically the same”.
The Blood of the Moon: AR Alt to 696.1]
G. Grant, Nelson, 2001, 195pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 458.7

This informative and well documented book


will give the reader
an understanding of the historic nature
of
the current tensions
between Islam and Western Civilization.
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Leadership Level

Area
Communication
Class Cat 500
Spirit Empowered Preaching: AR [Alt to 434.2
A.Azurdia, Chr. Focus, 2007, 192pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 521.5

This book will make the preacher reading it


better understand, anticipate and appreciate
the Spirit’s work in his preaching ministry.
He will be enable to see
the chief goal of the Holy Spirit
as glorifying Jesus Christ
and
will be challenged not to neglect his duty to pray,
both in preparation and delivery of his message.
Missions in the 3rd Millennium: AR
S.Guthrie, Paternoster, 2000, 225pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 589.5

This book will enable you to


understand the trends
– both positive and negative –
in world mission today.
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Leadership Level

Area
Church History
Class Cat 600
Mountain Rain: AR
Eileen Crossman, OMF, 1985,246pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 681

This book may make you want to go and be


a missionary!
As an account of
the missionary endeavours of James Fraser,
it will enable the reader to understand
many aspects of missionary work
and the leadership involved.
especially the need for prayer
both by those on the field and supporters at ‘home’.
The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind: AR
Mark A.Noll, IVP, 1995, 274pp [Alt to 458.7]
Leadership Level Class Cat 696.1

This book enables us to access


the history and development of the evangelical mind
through the past hundred years,
that resulted in
the divorce of intellectualism and piety,
and challenges us to rediscover
not a Christian mind,
but God himself.
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Leadership Level

Area
Practical Theology
Class Cat 700
Genius, Grief & Grace: AR
G. Davies, Chr Focus, 2001, 383pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 719.8

This book by an experienced psychiatrist enables us


to gain biblical insights into the lives of
various Christian leaders
who experienced God’s grace
in both suffering and success.
God's World:
K.Gnanakan, SPCK, 1999, 176pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 725

This book will enable you to explore


he biblical theology
of
the environment.
Leadership is an Art *: AR
Max DePree, Dell, 1990, 148pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 727.3

This book will enable you to explore


the relationship between ethics and leadership
and will give you
a Christian philosophy of leadership
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Leadership Level

Area
Pastoral Theology
Class Cat 800
Spiritual Leadership *: AR
J. Oswald Sanders, Moody, 1994, 160pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 803

This book
teaches key spiritual (as opposed to natural)
leadership qualities
- character, passion and godliness -
and
will encourage you
in a deeper walk with God.
Skilful Shepherds *: AR [Alt to 804]
D.Tidball, IVP, 1997, 368pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 800

This classic treatment of pastoral ministry


in the Bible, history and today
will enable the reader to apply
the foundations of pastoral theology
to ministry today.
The Effective Pastor *: [Alt to 800]
P. White, Christian Focus, 1998, 260pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 804

This book will enhance your understanding of


the effective pastor’s character.
Going the Distance:
Peter Brain, St Matthias Press, 2004, 260pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 814

This book can enable ministers to keep fit


mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually
for the long haul.
This should enable minister and congregation
to model in their relationships
the liberating grace of God.
I Will Pour out My Spirit:
R.E. Davies, Monarch, 1992, 288pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 822.1

This will help you understand


the history and principles of
spiritual revival.
Relational Leadership *: AR [Alt to 844]
W.C. Wright, Paternoster, 2000, 216pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 840

This book will teach you that leadership is


as much about the welfare of those being led
as it is about the vision and goals
the leader would like to achieve.
It will enable the Christian leader to
empower others to contribute to
achieving these goals.
Dying for Change *: AR
L. Anderson, Bethany House, 1990, 208pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 842.2

This book will enable you to understand


the changes that are reshaping our society
and why so many churches are in decline
and where change is needed for growth to occur.
It challenges us to define the issues,
get the facts,
consider the alternatives
and then get on and act.
A Passion for Faithfulness: AR [Alt to 840]
J.I.Packer, H&S, 1995, 224pp
Leadership Level Class Cat 844

This book will enable the reader to understand


the book of Nehemiah
from the angle of a church builder.
In the process he will learn lessons about
the foundational stages of
church planting and growth.
The End

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