Books published by Crossway Books

Warning against the temptation to uncritically embrace the latest evangelistic fad, this book will help churches cultivate a culture of evangelism within the context of community. Part of the 9Marks: Building Healthy Churches series.

This volume accessibly outlines B. B. Warfield's teaching on a variety of topics concerning the Christian life, including prayer, Bible reading, and work.

In this little book with a big message, the authors use "bookends" as an extended metaphor to help readers grasp two essentials for an authentic Christian life and a personal relationship with God. Now available in paperback.

Expository preaching is crucial for the health and vitality of the church. Offering step-by-step guidance for preachers, Helm outlines what must be believed and accomplished to become a faithful expositor of God's Word. Part of the 9Marks Building Healthy Churches series.

This redesigned version of a classic by bestselling author Lucado is overflowing with captivating tales, vivid pictures, and godly wisdom. A part of the Tell Me series, this entry introduces children to the truth about love, peace, forgiveness, growth, death, and real greatness. Illustrations.

Designed for individuals and small groups alike, this 12-week study through the Psalms explores their ability to transform our emotions and incline our hearts toward worship.

Emphasizing purposeful ministry over project management, this book outlines a clear and concise "job description" for elders, helping church leaders to shepherd their congregations well. Part of the 9Marks Building Healthy Churches series.

This book helps us experience the power of the gospel and see the beauty it creates as we allow God to transform our beliefs, perspectives, and practices. Part of the 9Marks Building Healthy Churches series.

This compelling travelogue shares stories of the bold faith and brave witness of Christians living in more than 20 of the most dangerous countries in the world, including China, Pakistan, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

It's time to make a choice.Many young adults are abandoning the Christian faith, convinced that it's an outdated and uneducated belief system. Dan DeWitt counters these misconceptions and challenges us to think carefully about the choice between Jesus and nothing by comparing the Christian worldview with the notion of a godless universe devoid of true goodness and ultimate significance.This winsome book describes the rock-solid foundation for life that Christians enjoy in and through the gospel--offering an explanation for our existence, grace for our guilt, and meaning for our mortality.

Designed for individuals and small groups alike, this 12-week study through the book of Acts explores the history of the early church after Christ's ascension.

Pastor Rob Bentz helps individuals and small groups grasp the importance of the local church for the Christian life through engaging anecdotes, powerful reflections on Scripture, and instructive lessons from church history.

With contributions from popular Bible teachers such as Tim Keller, John Piper, and Kathleen Nielson, this collection of eight biblical expositions explores the incredible accounts of God revealing himself visibly to his followers in Scripture.

This book introduces readers to the Westminster Standards--influential Christian documents published nearly 400 years ago--examining them within their original historical context and exploring their relevance for today.

Calvinist missionaries. If you think that sounds like an oxymoron, you're not alone. Yet a close look at John Calvin's life and writing reveals a man who was unambiguously passionate about the spread of the gospel and the salvation of sinners. Clearing away longstanding misunderstanding and stereotypes, Michael Haykin and Jeffrey Robinson highlight the fervent Great Commission vigor underlying all of Calvin's theology and ministry. From training pastors at his Genevan Academy to sending missionaries to the jungles of Brazil, Calvin consistently sought to encourage and equip Christians for the cause of Christ. This fascinating study shows how Calvin influenced generations of his theological heirs-including the Puritans, Jonathan Edwards, and Samuel Pearce-to take the good news of salvation to the very ends of the earth.¿

This meditative commentary on the book of Job engages head on with suffering, exploring God's purposes in pain while directing us to our ultimate hope: Jesus Christ.

Given the lack of holiness in our culture today, DeYoung presents a popular-level treatment of sanctification and union with Christ, helping readers to see what matters most--being like Jesus.

Many of us recognize the declining influence of the church today. And while we may be interested in doing something to reverse the trend, few of us realize we are part of the problem. Greg Forster comes to our aid by first laying out the historical factors that have contributed to the church's loss of influence in our society today. He then explores the significance of foundational practices such as preaching, worship, and discipleship-showing how the Holy Spirit uses them to produce joy in us that changes our churches, families, offices, and communities.¿

Tracing the history of Israel's conquest of the Promised Land, this commentary on the book of Joshua explores the fulfillment of God's covenant promises to his chosen people.

Deftly guiding us through the Gospel of Matthew, O'Donnell shows us how Jesus' kingly authority is central to the book and has profound implications for how we live in God's kingdom.

Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon cover a wide range of topics, from unjust suffering to Christian unity. This newly updated commentary will help readers understand, apply, and preach God's Word.

With contributions from a number of well-respected Reformed theologians and church leaders, this volume offers a comprehensive defense for the doctrine of limited atonement from historical, biblical, theological, and pastoral perspectives.