Best Ecclesiology Christian Theology Books of 2025

Grace Is Enough is a 30-day devotional book for Christian women struggling with anxiety and insecurity. Through personal essays, Bible stories, prayers, and reflections, author Courtney Fidell offers inspiring messages to build confidence and find peace through the power of prayer. This book features a minimalist design and modern artwork. Overall, Grace Is Enough is a timely devotional that provides women with daily truth to fight the lies of the world with God's truth and encourage them to live a life filled with His peace.

The Complete Apocrypha Of The Ethiopian Bible is a rare edition that contains all the writings that are not included in the canonical version of the Protestant Bible. This book includes historical guides and annotations to help readers understand the context of the translated text. The ancient writings were written in the traditional Ethiopian language, Ge'Ez, and include books like Enoch, Giants, Watchers, Angels, and Sirach. This book is a unique addition to Quaker Christianity Books and is published by ICEWIL.

The Lamb's Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth is a beautifully written book by bestselling Catholic author Scott Hahn that unveils the mysteries of the Mass, offering readers a deeper appreciation of the most familiar of Catholic rituals. Hahn uses the New Testament Book of Revelation to reveal a long-lost secret of the Church and help readers see the Mass with new eyes, pray the liturgy with a renewed heart, and enter into the Mass more fully, enthusiastically, intelligently, and powerfully than ever before. This book is a must-read for any Catholic looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the Mass.

Autopsy of a Deceased Church by Dr. Thom Rainer is a must-read book for pastors and church members. Rainer has autopsied dying churches for over 25 years and has discovered 12 consistent themes among them. However, the good news is that from these themes, he has also found lessons on how to keep churches alive. This book offers radical paths necessary to keep churches vibrant and alive to the glory of God and advancement of Christ's Kingdom. B&H Books has done an excellent job of publishing this Christian Church Administration book that will be valuable for generations to come.

A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing by Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer is a powerful book that addresses the issue of abuse of power, sexual abuse, and spiritual abuse in churches. The authors explore the concept of "tov," a Hebrew word that means "good," and how it can help Christians and churches create a culture that resists abuse and promotes healing, safety, and spiritual growth. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to see the church rise up to fulfill its true calling as imitators of Jesus.

The Complete Books of Enoch: The Apocryphal - The Watchers, Fallen Angels, The Origin of Evil and The Cosmic Covenant is a collection of ancient texts that provide valuable insights into what many ancient Jews and early Christians believed. The book offers explanations of the beginning of sin, the angels’ fall, the apocalypse, and the arrival of the Messiah. Although not recognized by the Church and ignored in the Old Testament collection, the book is now published for everyone to read. Overall, the book is an interesting read for those interested in Old Testament Bible Study Books.

Pagan Christianity? by Frank Viola and George Barna is a thought-provoking book that challenges the traditional practices of modern Christian churches. The authors argue that most of the practices that Christians engage in today are rooted in pagan culture and rituals developed long after the death of the apostles, rather than in the New Testament. The book is well-researched and supported with historical evidence and extensive footnotes, making it a compelling read. The authors urge readers to reconsider Christ's revolutionary plan for his church and to be more active in their role as believers. Overall, Pagan Christianity? is a milestone in church history that sets the stage for Viola's other groundbreaking works.

A Non-Anxious Presence by Mark Sayers is a thought-provoking book that offers strategic ways to awaken the Church and change our culture for Christ. The author shows how crisis always precedes renewal, and the framework of renewal offers us new ways forward. Sayers has a unique ability to understand culture and provides a hope-filled path forward in this season of chaos, disruption, and transition. This book is a must-read for Christian leaders who find themselves in deep existential crisis and want to learn how to lead in these times of constant change.

Deacons: How They Serve and Strengthen the Church is a short but practical guide to understanding the role of deacons in a local congregation. Matt Smethurst clears up common misconceptions and offers guidance for deploying deacons to meet tangible needs, organize and mobilize acts of service, preserve unity, and support the ministry of the elders. The book is highly readable, grounded in Scripture, and very practical. Weary pastors, discouraged deacons, and struggling churches will find this book to be a valuable resource. Overall, Deacons should be considered a standard text in both the local church and the academy.

Discipling: How to Help Others Follow Jesus by Mark Dever is a concise guide that outlines the who, what, where, when, why, and how of discipling. Dever follows the pattern found in Scripture and explains how disciple-making relationships should function in the context of the local church. This book teaches readers how to cultivate a culture of discipling as a normal part of everyday lives. What sets this book apart from others is its emphasis on the local church and its role in discipling others. Overall, Discipling is a practical and readable guide that emphasizes the importance of nurturing spiritual growth in others.