Best Presbyterian Christianity Books of 2025

It's Good to Be a Man: A Handbook for Godly Masculinity is a refreshing take on what it means to be a man in modern society. The authors, Michael Foster and Bnonn Tennant, argue that men's natural aggressive instincts are gifts from God that should be used for the kingdom. They encourage men to found households, join brotherhoods, and work towards a mission. The book challenges the prevailing notion that men should be meek servant-leaders and instead reminds them of their strength and risk-taking abilities. Overall, It's Good to Be a Man is a thought-provoking and empowering read for men seeking to improve their masculinity and sense of mission.

Counterfeit Gods by Timothy Keller is a thought-provoking book that exposes the futility of placing our faith in money, sex, and power. Keller argues that these things are "counterfeit gods" that cannot deliver true happiness and fulfillment. Instead, he shows readers a new path towards a hope that lasts and how a proper understanding of the Bible can reveal the unvarnished truth about societal ideals and our own hearts. This book is a must-read for both Christians and non-Christians looking to identify the idols in their own hearts and replace empty promises with hope in Christ.

The Bible Explained: A College Student's Guide to Understanding Their Faith is a biblically-grounded and culturally-relevant guide for intellectually curious and spiritually hungry college students who want to understand the in's and out's of Christianity. Pastor Cyril, a Black pastor, speaks directly to students at historically Black colleges and universities, helping them understand the Bible's most essential and powerful beliefs. The book covers key topics that the Bible addresses and provides clear explanations from a Christian perspective. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for college students who want to deepen their understanding of the Christian faith.

Christianity and Liberalism, new ed. by J. Gresham Machen is a classic defense of orthodox Christianity that aims to counter the liberalism that emerged in the early 1900s. The book establishes the importance of scriptural doctrine and contrasts the teachings of liberalism and orthodoxy on various topics such as God, man, the Bible, Christ, salvation, and the church. Even though the book was originally published in 1923, it remains relevant today and has been named one of the top 100 books of the millennium by World magazine and one of the top 100 books of the twentieth century by Christianity Today. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the controversy between Christianity and liberalism.

Power from God by Charles Finney is a Christian spiritual growth book published by Whitaker House. The book highlights how God's power enables Christians to overcome their weaknesses and accomplish great things in the kingdom of God. Finney's life and ministry serve as an example of a Christian filled with power from on high. The book promises to help readers find the power to proclaim the gospel, teach God's word, understand God's truth, obey Christ, and live a holy life. Overall, Power from God is a powerful and inspiring book that encourages readers to open their hearts to God and receive a fresh anointing that will transform their lives and communities.

Generous Justice: How God's Grace Makes Us Just by Timothy Keller challenges the belief that the Bible is a hindrance to doing justice and presents it as a fundamental source for promoting justice and compassion for those in need. Keller explores a life of justice empowered by an experience of grace. This book offers readers a new understanding of modern justice and human rights that will resonate with both the faithful and the skeptical. Overall, Generous Justice is an intellectually careful and biblically informed social justice book that provides a clear, biblical call for the church to 'do justice.'

J. Gresham Machen's book "Christianity and Liberalism" is a timeless classic that offers a compelling defense of orthodox Christian beliefs. Machen expertly clarifies the fundamental Christian beliefs, including doctrine, God and man, the Bible, Christ, Salvation, and the Church. This book is a must-read for those seeking to understand the true difference between Christianity and the counterfeit religion called Liberalism. Selected as a top 100 book of its century, "Christianity and Liberalism" remains true, useful, and informative to this day. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Presbyterian Christianity and its beliefs.

The Pastor by Eugene Peterson is a memoir that tells the story of how he started Christ Our King Presbyterian Church and his gradual discovery of what it means to be a pastor. Peterson challenges conventional wisdom regarding church marketing and the church’s relationship to American glitz and consumerism to present a faith-based description of what being a minister means today. This book is a must-read for anyone who is or thinks they are called to be a pastor and for anyone who has one. The Pastor is a unique and authentic portrayal of the challenges and mysteries of pastors and church, giving hope for both.

Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work by Timothy Keller is a thought-provoking book that explores the Christian perspective on work and calling. Keller provides practical advice on how to integrate faith and work, emphasizing that work is not just about self-interest but should serve others and ultimately honor God. The book is well-reasoned, insightful, and informed, drawing on decades of study and ministry. It's an excellent read for anyone seeking to find meaning and purpose in their work and career.

This book, "Training Hearts, Teaching Minds: Family Devotions Based on the Shorter Catechism" by Starr Meade, is a helpful guide for families who want to teach their children about the Christian faith. The book provides daily readings that help with memorization by breaking down the catechism into six days of meditations for each question. It also includes key Scripture readings and is easy to understand. The book is perfect for use in the home, church, or classroom. Overall, this book is an excellent tool for families who want to pass on their faith to their children, and it stands out as a practical guide to the catechism.