Every Day with Jesus for New ChristiansSelwyn HughesDesigned for the early stages of faith and developing a Bible reading habit - this small and accessible booklet includes 50+ readings will help you get into a rhythm as well as some quick Bible basics. Each day has a short passage to look up, a reflection from much loved Bible teacher Selwyn Hughes, a prayer and then additional Bible verses to look up if you want to go deeper. One of our most loved devotionals for this season.
Know Your BibleGeorge Knight; Paul KentAt under £3 this short and helpful guide to understanding the Bible is ideal for new Christians. It may be small but it's packed full of helpful book overviews, key verses to know and love and a 'In Ten Words or Less' snappy summary of the book of the Bible. Helpful if you're looking for something to carry alongside your Bible for quick references/ helps.
The Greatest Story Ever ToldBear GryllsThis is a great read - if you're new to faith or have been a Christian for a long time, Bear Grylls opens up Scripture in a new and evocative way. As you journey with many familiar characters from Jesus' life you get a real sense of their humanity and what it must have been like to walk alongside Christ. If you've enjoyed watching The Chosen then I would highly recommend this. If you're wondering how accurate this depiction is then fear not, it does take some creative license BUT the words of Christ are in there and he worked with Andrew Ollerton to ensure it held true. (author The Bible Course and many other books on the Bible) It will also have you returning back to Scripture to re-read passages it may have brought to life in a new way as well as get you to read them in the different Gospels to see how they differ as this re-telling combines all the Gospels to give a broad Gospel picture. Bear's heart for this project was to reach a new audience and inspire people to re-look at the person of Jesus and I really think he's done just that!
First 30 Days of Walking with JesusCarrie Grant; David GrantDesigned for those new to the faith, 'First 30 Days of Walking with Jesus' offers a simple, structured approach to daily discipleship. It features a full month of scripture readings and devotions, paired with practical advice and essential guides to help you navigate your first steps with Christ.
Bible: A Story that Makes Sense of LifeAndrew OllertonAuthor of The Bible Course (Bible Society), Andrew Ollerton helps readers understand the full narrative of the Bible and how it all links together to reflect God's bigger picture as well as what that means for you. Ideal for helping you see the bigger picture and at this stage not get caught up in too much of the smaller details.
How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal PeoplePete Greig24/7 Prayer founder Pete Greig shares the basic (but hugely) powerful tool to help you understand what prayer is and how you can start. Practical, accessible and written with warmth and experience this book is great if you're just starting out or if prayer has always felt like a tricky and unapproachable topic.
Practicing the WayJohn Mark ComerIf you enjoyed the style of 'Ruthless Elimination of Hurry' then this down to earth guide to really living out your faith from John Mark Comer will be an encouraging and thought provoking read. Broken down into sections that will help you begin with the basics of being a disciple and then flows on to what that really looks like and also how you're not going to be doing this on your own! John Mark Comer is writing to particularly engage the millennial/ Gen Z believer who may have become disenchanted by The Church and really wants to above all else to follow Jesus in a genuine and whole-hearted way.
First Steps: Basic Bible Studies for ChristiansJohn S. Robertshaw"First Steps" guides new Christians through 15 crucial studies, offering spaces for reflection and understanding on topics ranging from forgiveness to spiritual warfare, ensuring a firm foundation for a life with God. It's one our most loved starter guides for your Bible reading journey.
Hiding PlaceCorrie Ten BoomVoted #1 in the Top 100 Books that Changed the Church on Premier Radio - this biography is an inspiring read whatever stage of faith you're at.
Faith Habits and How To Form ThemEmma TimmsEmma offers 21 accessible faith habits designed to help you grow and deepen your faith. It's a practical guide - and with 21 on offer there will be some that resonate with you more but that's all part of starting the journey, it's not a tick-box exercise. Emma writes acknowledging that different seasons will also make some habits easier to follow than others and offers tools to apply habits whatever stage of life you're in.
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